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Banana Farm Eco Hostel, hotel in Arusha

Located in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Banana Farm Eco Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Beautiful property with a view of Mount Meru - lots of character and potential.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
1,410 reviews
Price from
£15.06
per night
Mambo Arusha Hostel, hotel in Arusha

Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge.

Excellent
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
257 reviews
Price from
£30.12
per night
Savannah House, hotel in Arusha

Located in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Savannah House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Rooms are nice and breakfast was good. The place is very small but they have made the best of it. They make the effort to have a fire in the evenings.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
327 reviews
Price from
£20.74
per night
Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments, hotel in Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 2 km from Uhuru monument, Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

I loved staying at this hostel. Everyone was very nice and helpful. My backpack was missing for 8 days (airport issue) and the manager Richard helped me sooo much. Calling for days while I was away in a Safari and kept me updated. Highly recommended hostel. Location, great terrace, very clean, strong WIFI!!!
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
£13.10
per night
Serengeti Villa, hotel in Arusha

Serengeti Villa has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arusha. Offering a bar, the property is located within 2.7 km of Old German Boma.

Frank was a great host, the outdoor area with the dining table, fire pit and double bed swings were an awesome touch. Felt properly like a hostel but for people who want to have their own bedroom and en suite. The evening meal and breakfast were terrific too
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
739 reviews
Price from
£25.60
per night
Enjivai Hostel, hotel in Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 8.2 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

I found the hostel via the price / map function since it was never actively using booking to get customers. This is really sad, because the house is worth to be found and I hope I can help others to find it. Relevant for me is the location (bus is close, in the green, no noise, here I have an amazing mountain-view), a breakfast that I can discuss how I want to have it and when I have a problem than I know they will help me. Since the building is as good as new (build not yet two years ago) and the wonderful woodwork is above from what I usually get in a hostel, the location is special and the people are friendly and help me with there connections whatever I desire I can live with a perfect rating what I normally never give .....
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£30.12
per night
Swahili Villa, hotel in Arusha

Boasting a garden, a terrace as well as a bar, Swahili Villa is situated in Arusha, 3.8 km from Njiro Complex.

The place was fantastic, the staff and owner were really friendly, the attention was perfect, also they helped us a lot finding a bus heading to tanga at 6 am, which in the Arusha station could be really difficult for tourists at that time in the morning.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
62 reviews
Price from
£24.10
per night
Osotwa Maasai Hostel, hotel in Arusha

Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Osotwa Maasai Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

- Judy and the team were wonderful. always smiling and helpful, helping us with restaurant recommendations, information, preparing a good breakfast - breakfast was delicious and simple - the bed was good, big and with good bedding - has a nice balcony
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
41 reviews
Price from
£14.64
per night
The House of Black and White, hotel in Arusha

Set in Arusha, The House of Black and White features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a...

Pretty and quiet space. The host was responsive and attentive. There were two lovely dogs to guard the property.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£26.84
per night
Home Villa Arusha, hotel in Arusha

Situated in Arusha, within 8.6 km of Uhuru monument and 8.6 km of Njiro Complex, Home Villa Arusha offers accommodation with a bar and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

The host and other staff were very friendly. I felt at home.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
71 reviews
Price from
£18.67
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Banana Farm Eco Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,410 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Banana Farm Eco Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The people, the place, the way of life… everything !

  • Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 147 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 2 km from Uhuru monument, Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

    Loved this place an the staff. Extende my stay because of them

  • Serengeti Villa
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 739 reviews

    Serengeti Villa has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arusha. Offering a bar, the property is located within 2.7 km of Old German Boma.

    Fantastic atmosphere, delicious food, great people!

  • Savannah House
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 327 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Savannah House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Really nice family owned home, super lovely people!

  • Mambo Arusha Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 257 reviews

    Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge.

    The host. The breakfast. The location. Definitely coming back.

  • The House of Black and White
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Arusha, The House of Black and White features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Home Villa Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 71 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, within 8.6 km of Uhuru monument and 8.6 km of Njiro Complex, Home Villa Arusha offers accommodation with a bar and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    Very clean and modern accomodation, with a very kind owner.

  • Arusha Safari Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 209 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Arusha Safari Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge.

    The hostel is great, good atmosphere and super sociable

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Arusha

  • moivaro eco hostel
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Moivaro eco hostel is set in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, and has a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Visitor's Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Arusha and with Old German Boma reachable within 24 km, Visitor's Hostel offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Enjivai Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 8.2 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Swahili Villa
    Central location
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 62 reviews

    Boasting a garden, a terrace as well as a bar, Swahili Villa is situated in Arusha, 3.8 km from Njiro Complex.

    the offered local dinner was great, the staff was friendly

  • Osotwa Maasai Hostel
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 41 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Osotwa Maasai Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Exceptionnally clean place Very friendly staff Very good breakfast

  • Wanyama B&B
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 132 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 7 km from Uhuru monument, Wanyama B&B offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Everything was clean and the service was excellent.

  • Kizumba House
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 238 reviews

    Kizumba House features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

    Great host, great breakfast, great safari. Very accommodating.

  • Meru Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 87 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 4.8 km from Old German Boma, Meru Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Staff accogliente e gentile Tranquillità Servizio taxi

  • Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Arusha and with Old German Boma reachable within 11 km, Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Wonders Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 16 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, within 2.1 km of Uhuru monument and 3.3 km of Old German Boma, Wonders Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    The host Judith was very helpful and professional.

  • The Greenhouse Hostel Arusha Tanzania
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 60 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 4.4 km from Uhuru monument, The Greenhouse Hostel Arusha Tanzania features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    La llibrrtay que shi respira benson es un Bon anfitrio

  • Villa Poa
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 106 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 1.4 km from Njiro Complex, Villa Poa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The extraordinary people from that place, then the place itself, then the food

  • Arusha Jua Home
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 70 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Jua Home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    cute little place to relax and to enjoy the nature nearby!

  • Green Garden Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 128 reviews

    Green Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. The property is situated 4.1 km from Njiro Complex, 26 km from Meserani Snake Park and 34 km from Ngurdoto Crater.

    Everything is perfect and Simba is a great host :)

  • Maasai Hostel Tanzania
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 45 reviews

    Offering a barbecue, children's playground and sun terrace, Maasai Hostel Tanzania is situated in Arusha, 3.5 km from AIM Mall. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    l’accueil au top. les petits déjeuners et repas excellents

  • Runako Lodge
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 29 reviews

    Situated 4 km from Arusha City Centre , Runako Lodge features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Sehr sauber, sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal.

  • Villa Viva Tanzania
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 114 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 74 km from Olpopongi - Masai Cultural Village & Museum, Villa Viva Tanzania features barbecue facilities, a garden and a terrace, as well as free WiFi.

    The pool, the bar, the comfty bed and clean spaces

  • Wakawaka Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 53 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 1.6 km from Old German Boma, Wakawaka Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Location, Hilfe durch David und alle Kollegen bei jeder Grage

  • Kili House Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Kili House Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

  • Swahili House & Art
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 53 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Swahili House & Art provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The staff was really nice and we got a good breakfast.

  • Shade Banana hostel
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 10 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 8.9 km from Old German Boma, Shade Banana hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

    My host Bryson was amazing going above and beyond to ensure my stay felt literally like I was home!

  • Kilimani gardens hostel

    Boasting a garden and a bar, Kilimani gardens hostel is set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Old German Boma and 3 km from Uhuru monument.

  • Safari's Hostel
    Central location

    Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Safari's Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Wonderland Home
    Central location

    Located in Arusha, Wonderland Home features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Uhuru Homestay
    Central location

    Set in Arusha, within 6.1 km of Old German Boma and 6.5 km of Uhuru monument, Uhuru Homestay provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Cactus House Experience

    Located in Arusha, 7.7 km from Old German Boma, Cactus House Experience provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • CKC Hostel
    Central location

    Set in Arusha, CKC Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • BABA AFRICA HOSTEL
    Central location

    Situated in Arusha and with Uhuru monument reachable within 3.9 km, BABA AFRICA HOSTEL features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

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Hostels that guests love in Arusha

  • Avg. price/night: £11.29
    Scored 10
    10
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review
    It's a comfortable hostel, the service is impeccable and the breakfast is delicious, plentiful and tasty, David put me in the double room where I could relax after a hot shower, I loved the company of the cat Lilith and the dog Yukii, I felt at home. home and when I return to Arusha I will definitelyI will host you there, oh David is a great driver and can take you anywhere for a much cheaper price than a taxi. Ah, lemons, papaya and bananas I picked straight from the garden. good, and the hammock to rest at the end of the day.
    Ironi Ribeiro
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.57
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,410 reviews
    The best hostel I've ever been to. The people are exceptionally nice and helpful, the food is amazing and made from local crops, rooms are clean, we also went to the safari organised by them and were very positively impressed. I have nothing bad to say and I'll for sure stay there again if I'm near
    Jakub
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £16.57
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,410 reviews
    Wow, what a find! Tucked away in a lush banana plantation near Arusha, this eco-hostel stole my heart. My cozy barn cabin felt like a treehouse dream, complete with a porch swing and stunning Mount Meru views. But the real showstopper? The incredibly cheap eats and drinks! I feasted on delicious organic meals straight from the farm without breaking the bank. If you're after an authentic Tanzanian experience that's easy on the wallet, Banana Farm Eco Hostel is a must-visit. Trust me, your taste buds and your budget will thank you!
    Frank
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £16.57
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,410 reviews
    This property is fantastic for backpackers, budget travellers, woofers and those looking for an environmental stay. The banana and coffee plantation surround the rooms giving wonderful views. Rooms are basic and clean, with eco-generated hot water and electricity. The tour around the property was reasonably interesting. For the price you pay, you can't go wrong.
    Neil & Sharon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £18.98
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 94 reviews
    We had a fantastic stay at this hostel. Everyone was really friendly and the atmosphere was great. The rooms are comfortable and we felt so safe here. The staff and the owner are lovely people and helped us so much. Outside is a beautiful chill area for just enjoying the evening.We can definitely recommend.
    Noel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £10.54
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 209 reviews
    The staff is realy kind and helpfull. The rooms are fine. You pay a good (cheap) price to stay here and a nice breakfast is included. Dinner is possible, they serve delicious food. We had a lovely stay. I would definetly recommend this hostel, especially for students.
    J
    Janine
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £18.98
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 94 reviews
    This is the place to be if you want to feel safe and welcomed! The staff really takes care of you and makes your experience so good. In addition, the rooms are clean and the whole hostel has a good vibe. I hope you’re lucky enough to meet the owner, he organized us a 6 days journey to Serengeti, the front desk guy, he’s great
    Victoria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.84
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 147 reviews
    Best hostel in Africa so far, hostel is modern and in great location. I was also allowed early check-in, the girl who works there is very intelligent and extremely helpful
    Olafs
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £20.33
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 128 reviews
    Arusha has many youth hostels, but a lot of them are in inconvenient and difficult-to-find locations. It's not entirely safe to walk around Arusha after dark, so that can be a problem. Green Garden is in a fantastically central location, but still on a quiet, green side street where you don't hear the city's loud traffic at all. And the grounds of the hostel are really beautiful.
    LorenG
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £13.55
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 83 reviews
    First point backpacker hostels it's nice place, hot shower, commune kitchen where you Can cook, nice dormitory with little breakfast include. Johnson is nice Host. Hé is making New floor, New bbq point in Nice and relaxing futur green garden and a nice terrace on the top where you will be able to lay down and take béer in front of sunset
    p
    pauline
    Solo traveller

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