Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

This manor is picture postcard worthy. Your jaw drops the moment you are greeted by the friendly staff. The central lodge is welcoming and houses the bar, lounging area and restaurant. Our special server, Glory, made our stay more than memorable. It feels like I left a piece of my heart behind at this place. Our room had a living area, comfortable bed, extraordinary bathroom. They made a fire for us each night while we were at dinner to fall asleep to. One day after a long game drive, there was a flower and rosemary, steaming hot bath for me. There were pastries on a tray next to the tub waiting to be enjoyed. The food was amazing, but dinner was a 5 course tasting menu. Honestly, this place felt like it fell out of a novel that an author dreamed up. I would recommend this place 1000 times over. And the staff make up the heart of this beautiful manor.

The Manor at Ngorongoro, our fourth stop on the incredible Elewana Sky Safari, transported us back in time, evoking the charm of a Jane Austen novel. Every detail and service was impeccable. Heartfelt thanks to GM Altus, Leche, the knowledgeable and experienced Emanuel, and the ever-attentive Shariff.

Wonderful change after six nights in bush camps. The staff was extraordinary and attentive. The food was also very good. A fixed menu that changes each day. There is an excellent selection of South African wines to accompany a meal, or just a glass of chilled Chenin blanc after a game drive in the crater. The hosts always seemed to be checking in to ensure a pleasant stay and perhaps share a humorous story.

My wife and I just celebrated our 50th the anniversary by staying in four of Elewana's lodges. Each was dramatically different in style but all shared one common theme of great location, 5 star service, food and accommodations, complimentary laundry service and safari jeeps. You could easily book your own safari and not use one of the big tour companies. Each resort made you feel at home with wonderful one on one staff. Including celebrating our anniversary in each of the locations. The Manor At Ngorongoro had all the amenities of a luxury hotel. Beautiful English style manor with beautiful manicured grounds. Food was like a star restaurant. Great wine list and fully stocked bar. If I ever go back to Africa, I will definitely use Elewana again.

It is such a magical place, so clean such amazing staff, beautiful manner and they organize the activities as you want. We went to the crater, which is such an amazing experience. All around it’d been incredible. We loved our butler Sigi. Highly recommend!