Zaina Lodge

This place is beautiful and serene. Dry season is very hot but you will likely see more animals because there is less brush. Watering hole is located within perfect view of the main lodge and infinity pool. Beds are super comfy in the cabins. Spa services are amazing!!!! Take the tours and keep your eyes peeled for amazing animals!

I visited in July 2022. I contemplated between giving 2 or 3 stars. I gave 3 because of the very friendly and helpful staff: I requested breakfast that wasn’t on the menu and it was made for me. Aside this and nice rooms, there was nothing more that was worth the price. The animals were left to roam with a warning to guests about being careful, and no extra measures taken to ensure we were actually safe. We were asked to call reception if we needed company to walk… I called many times without response. I was left in my room many times because I feared the animals who may or may had not been there. I barely saw any animals during the tour and while I was in my room overlooking the forest from the balcony. They said it was rainy season so the animals mostly stayed hidden. There was no special care for the animals, so I didn’t know what I was paying for aside the accommodation and food, and didn’t think it was worth the price at all! It’s just another hotel which is located in the savanna with friendly staff. Honestly, why charge so much? Also, the food was all foreign, it will be worth giving a taste of what the region has. I only got local food after making a special request. Until then, there wasn’t even a mention of local cuisine.

Could not have had a more wonderful time at Zaina. It's in a really incredible setting with a view of the forest for miles. We went during the peak of dry season but even with many of the leaves gone and everywhere crackling with dryness it was very beautiful. Everyone who works at Zaina is unfailingly helpful and welcoming. The Wildlife Service guard (Robert) who took us on our safaris, along with the Zaina driver (Alhassan) were brilliant, very dedicated to helping us find whatever it was we were hoping to see, from elephants (we saw over two dozen) to dung beetles. The wildlife is far more spectacular than I had been anticipating. We saw something -- elephant, baboon, patas monkey, hornbill, kob, bush buck, water buck, roan, mongoose, warthog -- every few minutes at least while driving around. Just amazing. The rooms are beautifully done -- the whole place is beautifully done and very sympathetically with the landscape. I loved the shea butter products in the bathroom. The chef is very good, too. Would love to go back with my kids.

This is a wonderful location high in the woods overviewing the natural park of 4600km2. Well organized safaris in morning or night. Hotel houses very good and clean! Fully equipped to give you a comfortable feeling. Restaurant and bar can give you all you want.

Amazing location inside the park with modern facilities. Great views and access to national park safaris. Food is served as full board with variety and supports vegetarian. Maintained well and very good service. Suggestion for improvements are coffee maker in the room, longer hot water for showers, improve water and electricity availability.

This resort boasts stunning views overlooking the park, offering the chance to spot elephants and other wildlife from your room or the pool – a truly special experience. While I enjoyed my stay, and would likely return given the limited lodging options in the area, I do have some reservations. The resort's biggest drawback is the price, which feels significantly inflated for what's offered. The food, while adequate, is standard buffet fare. Our room also needed some attention; the outdoor shower was unusable due to a missing screen. These maintenance issues detract from the overall experience, especially considering the cost. My stay was also impacted by a large family booking. While I understand resorts cater to various groups, the sheer size of this particular family disrupted the peaceful atmosphere. The noise levels around the pool were excessive, forcing me to use earplugs. Furthermore, they overwhelmed the buffet during dinner, leaving limited options for other guests. In my opinion, the resort isn't well-suited to accommodate such large groups, as it negatively affects the experience for other guests seeking a tranquil getaway. Despite these issues, I did have an enjoyable time, largely thanks to the incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. However, the high price, coupled with the maintenance issues and disruptive large group, mean I'd only return due to the lack of alternative accommodation in the area. If other options were available, I would likely explore them.

The elephants in their majestic glory will keep us visiting Mole National Park. The resort was an added bonus, especially the delicious locally sourced foods. The highly personal welcome combined with the professionalism of the staff was A+. Looking forward to second trip with possible night safari.

Wonderful accommodations and service. A representative from the lodge was waiting at the airport to pick us up. When we arrived we were greeted with a cold towel and cold drink. The expansive views of the savannah from the pool were breathtaking. Design of the facility was beautiful. Food was wonderful. Cabins were comfortable and well-appointed. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Only two areas that we think could be improved: 1) as nice as the cabins were, not having doors on the bathrooms led to an uncomfortable lack of privacy for our family of four; and 2) the solar-heated showers weren't hot at all. To the staff's credit though, when we brought this to their attention, they provided ample buckets of hot water for us to bathe with and were very accommodating with all our requests. Overall, highly recommended.