Title: RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia

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# RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE

Rustic elegance meets natural wonder at this hilltop retreat where guests gather around the firepit to share stories beneath Africa's star-filled sky

## Photo gallery for RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE

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![Family Chalet, Valley View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace - RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE (Idodi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105550400/105550359/2f6fa608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge offers spectacular views from its elevated position. Guests start their day with a hearty breakfast buffet before exploring. In the evenings, the firepit is a popular gathering spot, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected in common areas.

## Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk

## Room options

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### View all photos for Signature Room, Valley View

![Signature Room, Valley View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105550400/105550359/13632557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Signature Room, Valley View

- Valley view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed

### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Hill View

![Standard Double or Twin Room, Hill View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105550400/105550359/0895097c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Standard Double or Twin Room, Hill View

- Hill view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed

### View all photos for Family Suite, Valley View

![Family Suite, Valley View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105550400/105550359/91fb0329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Family Suite, Valley View

- Valley view
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 2 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds

### View all photos for Family Chalet, Valley View

![Family Chalet, Valley View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105550400/105550359/134ff254.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Family Chalet, Valley View

- Valley view
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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## About the neighborhood

Idodi is home to RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE. Local points of interest include Ruaha National Park. [Visit our Idodi travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Idodi.dx553248633982506211)

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Ruaha National Park, Idodi, Iringa Region, 51000

## About this property

### RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE

Property highlights

A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. 

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

- Free self parking
- Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage

Room features

All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces. 

Extra amenities include: 

- Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Free self parking on site

### Food and drink

- Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM

### Conveniences

- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage

### Guest services

- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance

### Outdoors

- Firepit
- Terrace

### Accessibility

- No elevator

### More

- Designated smoking areas

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

- Shared bathroom (in-room sink)

### More

- Desk
- Individual decor
- Laptop workspace

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 15 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

### Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Access methods

Staffed front desk

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Property payment types

## Important information

### You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

### We should mention

This property does not have elevators

### Property is also known as

RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE Lodge

RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE Idodi

RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE Lodge Idodi

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## Reviews

## RUAHA HILLTOP LODGE Reviews

9.4

### Exceptional

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### 8.8

Cleanliness

### 8.0

Amenities

### 10

Staff & service

### 9.4

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

2

8 - Good

1

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Yehuda

Jul 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A precious place near the Ruaha National Park. Staff going out of their way to get your need. 

##### Yehuda

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

Verified

### 8/10 Good

#### Tom

Oct 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff were great. Food was good. Expedia doesn't send a payment confirmation to the property so we spent way longer than necessary trying to check out. 

##### Tom

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Verified traveler

Aug 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

#### Super für einen Aufenthalt im Nationalpark 

Toll gelegene Lodge mit freundlichen Menschen, Superaussicht und gutem Essen.

##### Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025