Kilaguni Lodge is situated in the heart of the vast Tsavo West National Park and was one of the first luxury lodges in Kenya when it was built in 1962. The dining room, verandah and bar are situated in a vast, high thatch-roofed building with one side open and overlooking a waterhole which attracts a large variety of game. The 51 guest rooms are ensuite with big verandahs overlooking the waterhole, with views of the Chyulu Hills and Mount Kilimanjaro beyond. The grounds are home to resident hyrax families and abundant bird life. Facilities include a swimming pool. Ngulia Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of Tsavo West National Park on the edge of an escarpment giving a panoramic view over the sweeping plains of Tsavo. A waterhole in front of the hotel is floodlit at night and bait is left out each evening for leopard which are frequent visitors. Accommodation is located in a two storey block to one side of the main lodge areas. Facilities include a swimming pool.