Hotel Dengan Gim di Kaunti Narok, Kenya

This place is a true gem. Somehow they were able to get a little luxury in the middle of the Masai Mara. The rooms are individual huts with all of the accommodations and very clean. The common areas were very classy and inviting. Enough cannot be said about the quality of food at this place. It is amazing and the staff was awesome. I simply cannot believe a place like this exists in the middle of the Masai Mara.

A breathtaking experience. The resort is beautiful, the staff fantastic and the safari drives were astonishing. Our guide Joab was the best. We saw all that the Mara had to offer, extraordinary close ups with leopards, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants and countless others. Highly recommended.

Would have been 5 star but the rooms are looking tired and would welcome updating. No electronic key access to rooms still the old large key ring and metal key system. Having said this, I still think it is excellent value for money. The location within the park and distance from airstrip is unbeatable. The room is perfectly adequate and beds super comfortable with good quality bed linen. The common areas in the main Lodge are excellent, beautifully set out and decorated. But, what really makes it extra special is the staff - each and every member was so welcoming, warm and kind. During meals in the restaurant their service could not have been better or more professional, particularly Grace (not 100% sure if this is her name….sorry) and Edwin. The game drives are superb. Our driver Alex, I am certain was the best animal tracker and guide in the Mara!!! Also treated myself to a massage treatment at the spa which was very welcome after a long game drive and highly recommend. The Balloon Adventure is a must and the champagne breakfast in the bush divine! Gilbert the pilot also made it very special and much fun! On another note…….sadly, would not recommend the visit to the Maasai Village. Although the people are kind and welcoming and the information about their culture interesting, their general aim and purpose is to get as much money out of you as they can using aggressive pressure tactics, shoving the usual touristy souvenirs down your throat. Was made to feel very uncomfortable and could not wait to get away. Additionally, the amount of litter, particularly plastics strewn all around in abundance gives a very bad impression and has nothing to do with their simple way of life and their living in mid huts. The money you “donate” allegedly goes towards the children’s education, which apart from the academic should include disposing properly of rubbish and taking care of the environment. Would not recommend. Would definitely return to the Muthu Keekorok Lodge though

Our honeymoon at Fairmont Mara Safari Club was the best and most memorable experience of our lives! Every moment was exceptional, thanks to the incredible staff who made us feel so at home. Special thanks to Lenkoko, who went above and beyond to ensure we had the best safari adventure; to Mary and Gerald, whose warm hospitality and attention to detail made our stay unique and delightful; and to Adan, who made us feel like we had a home away from home. We highly recommend participating in as many experiences as possible and definitely not missing a safari. We were lucky enough to see 4 out of the Big 5, but also encountered so many more amazing animals. The hot air balloon experience is also a must! While it’s the most commercial, you can’t beat the breathtaking views of the plains from the balloon, and the bush breakfast included is a real ”pinch me” moment. Gerald and his team are also expert mixologists—don’t miss trying their locally inspired cocktails, especially the dawa! I also had a massage during my stay which I couldn't recommend more. In terms of facilities, they are superb. The tent design makes it feel more authentic , but it's a very luxurious stay with all the amenities and services you'd expect to see at a Fairmont. We couldn’t be more grateful to the entire team and have already recommended this magical experience to all our friends and family. We can’t wait to return someday! Patricia & Seb

An absolutely incredible experience. You’re technically staying in tents, but it feels more like a luxury hotel room/resort with amazing food, well maintained grounds, and even a pool and spa. Right next to the reserve so you may even see giraffes passing by over the walls while you eat. However, it’s the attentive and kind staff that really make this place what it is. Special thanks to Patrick who made every dining experience wonderful, along with Clement and Anderson, and Virginiah who gave an incredibly relaxing massage in the spa. Top notch security were attentive, friendly, and made us feel super safe. Thank you!

This place is a true gem. Somehow they were able to get a little luxury in the middle of the Masai Mara. The rooms are individual huts with all of the accommodations and very clean. The common areas were very classy and inviting. Enough cannot be said about the quality of food at this place. It is amazing and the staff was awesome. I simply cannot believe a place like this exists in the middle of the Masai Mara.

A breathtaking experience. The resort is beautiful, the staff fantastic and the safari drives were astonishing. Our guide Joab was the best. We saw all that the Mara had to offer, extraordinary close ups with leopards, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants and countless others. Highly recommended.