Just before the village of Karatu, in the green Marera Valley, lies The Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, with 24 cottages, each with a veranda, a private garden and a stunning view across the Marera Valley and the Ngorongoro forest. Every room has a fireplace with comfortable chairs, cosy beds with mosquito nets and roomy bathrooms. A walkway takes you to the large main building with its restaurant and bar, and there is a swimming pool for when you need to cool off.