Elewana the Manor at Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area, Arusha, Tanzania · Virtuoso

Step Back in Time To an Age of Grandeur Crossing the Rift Valley and climbing the steppe onto the green and rolling hills south of the Ngorongoro Crater, there lies a truly undeniable surprise and one that will be a home-away-from-home. Old World Charm, New World HospitalityElewana the Manor at Ngorongoro, located in the north west Tanzania and with its 9 luxurious cottages (18 Suites), family cottage, and magnificent main Manor House, is one of the first safari lodges of its kind to blend East African hospitality with old-world Afro-European architecture and decor. Located adjacent to the famous Ngorongoro conservation area and within a 1500-acre Arabica coffee estate, The Manor is…
African safaris come with a cup of freshly brewed arabica at Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro, a beautiful Cape Dutch-style farmhouse that reigns over a rolling 1,500-acre working coffee plantation with commanding views of the adjacent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Excursions to the Ngorongoro Crater and nearby Lake Manyara are augmented with horseback rides and picnics in the fields, massages in the spa, and croquet on the manicured lawn. It’s all about old-world elegance in the 19 cottage suites with double-sided woodburning fireplaces, clawfoot bathtubs, and private, garden-enveloped terraces.
What you get booking it through us
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- Complimentary coffee tour, followed by a private gourmet picnic with sparkling wine
- Stays of 3+ nights will receive an additional $150 Spa Voucher per room, per stay
- Early Check-In/ / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Families enjoy a warm welcome and kid-focused activities, such as pony rides and guided nature walks, visits to a local farm, and movies in the private cinema.
The property, in facts
| Where | Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area, Arusha, Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Category | Lodge / Safari |
| Property type | Lodge, Ranch, Camp |
| Hotel group | Minor Hotels |
| Rooms | 19 |
| Room types | 2 |
| Nearest airport | Arusha (ARK) · 86 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Zen |
| Known for | Adventure, Ecotourism, Local Immersion |
Rooms and suites
- Manor Cottage — Each of 18 Manor Cottage Suites has its own private entrance, and adjoining private sun terrace. A double open-fronted log-burning fireplace divides a room…
- Stable Cottage — The Stable Cottage is the family cottage, located to the rear of the riding stables, separate from the main Manor house. In the mornings, breakfast can be…
In the room
Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Coffee/Tea Maker · Fireplace · Internet Access · Sitting Area
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