Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
I had a wonderful stay at Mgeni Homestay, with both Ally, the owner, and Bunda, the home caretaker, going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. The rooms are spacious and clean, and the house is centrally located in Kilindoni and close to the beach. I would recommend Mgeni to those who are traveling, either alone or in groups, and are looking for a budget and authentic homestay option.
Ally is a very good host that tries his best to help and make you feel at home. I had the room with own bathroom and it was big and comfy. Staff makes really nice food. A bit of a walk to the nice beaches but cheap to go there by motorbike. Friendly people in the lokal area. Definitely one of the cheapest accommodation around. Buy a local SIM to have access to the Internet. Cold showers. Tours can be booked from here.
Mgeni Homestay is excellent value for money and in a good location. It is basic, but has clean rooms, good beds with mosquito nets and fans, showers and toilets.
Bunda and Ally are great hosts! They are always there to help you if you have any question!
The kitchen can be used to prepare your own meals, as well they have a menu in case you would like to order dinner.
Mgeni homestay is a very nice place. Mainly because of the owner Ally and housekeeper Bunda. They are very kind people and want to help you with everything! Ally organised many excursions for us which were super nice! And Bunda makes really nice breakfast, the best I had so far in Tanzania! Also dinner is really good! I would definitely recommend this place to people!
Nice room, everything works as supposed. Friendly staff. Breakfast is delicious, served to the table incl. fresh fruits, omelet etc, little bit different every day. Breakfast served until 10.30 that is nice. Hotel bar is lively and good atmospere. Also many locals there. A la carte food in hotel bar is tasty, good quality and service is pretty quick. The reception arranged me a rental motorcycle in 10 minutes. Invoicing is accurate. I extended my stay from 2 to 4 nights while being there.
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