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Savannah House, hotel in Arusha

Savannah House features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Arusha. Providing a bar, the property is located within 5.6 km of Old German Boma.

comfortable place where you can free up your mind real love it unforgettable
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
296 reviews
Price from
£22.20
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Food was excellent and freshly cooked. Staff very friendly and helpful. We stayed here 2 days at the beginning of our Safari and another two days at the end, of all the hotels/lodges/camps we stayed, Swahili Villa was the best value for money by far!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
146 reviews
Price from
£25.79
1 night, 2 adults
Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments, hotel in Arusha

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

We (we are a couple) spent 2 nights at Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments. The hotel is in a good location. Easy to get to from the airport and quickly reach the city center, supermarket and restaurant. There are opportunities to eat and drink in the area. A very nice lady from the staff prepares tasty breakfasts. The rooms and bathrooms are clean. I highly recommend it. Pawel
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
176 reviews
Price from
£25.15
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Shame was only there one night but was this was a beautiful place, so chilled with friendly staff, amazing food too. Special shout out to Frank.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
872 reviews
Price from
£27.41
1 night, 2 adults
Maasai Hostel Tanzania, hotel in Arusha

Set in Arusha, 6.9 km from Uhuru monument, Maasai Hostel Tanzania offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Very friendly and helpful host
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
40 reviews
Price from
£15.76
1 night, 2 adults
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 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£35.47
1 night, 2 adults
Aroma Home - Eco-Cabins on a Coffee Farm, hotel in Arusha

Set in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Aroma Home - Eco-Cabins on a Coffee Farm offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

The place is as amazing! the property is built on a coffee plantation, the room was clean and had a good view. I had breakfast and chilled out in the communal areas multiply times with the staff and owners who were all so nice and accommodating, they even dropped me to my bus stop when I left. I had a great time and felt very at home, would definitely like to go back in the future.
Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
19 reviews
Price from
£24.18
1 night, 2 adults
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.

We felt here like at home! We came back to this place several times during our holidays, and the hosts were always friendly. The beds were big and comfortable. They also have mosquito net, hot water, and all necessary stuff. Thanks a lot for hospitality!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
50 reviews
Price from
£15.67
1 night, 2 adults
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 features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive....

Staff was very friendly, great breakfast and transportation to the airport provided.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
87 reviews
Price from
£19.59
1 night, 2 adults
Nguruma house of travellers and tours, hotel in Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 1.7 km from Old German Boma, Nguruma house of travellers and tours features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Mary is wonderful - thank you for the delicious meals! And had a great time on an excursion to a waterfall with Dany
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
21 reviews
Price from
£38.09
1 night, 2 adults
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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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  • Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 176 reviews

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

    Spacious, nice breakfast, friendly staff, good laundry facilities

  • Serengeti Villa
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 872 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.

    Everything was perfect! Would stay another day for sure!

  • Savannah House
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 296 reviews

    Savannah House features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Arusha. Providing a bar, the property is located within 5.6 km of Old German Boma.

    Really nice family owned home, super lovely people!

  • Home Villa Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 87 reviews

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

    Everything..the place was giving what it should give..

  • Nguruma house of travellers and tours
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 21 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 1.7 km from Old German Boma, Nguruma house of travellers and tours features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The green environment creating a serene ambiance mood

  • Maasai Hostel Tanzania
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 40 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 6.9 km from Uhuru monument, Maasai Hostel Tanzania offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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

  • Arusha Safari Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 244 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.

    Everyone was really nice and the vibe was very chill

  • Kizumba House
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 264 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.

    Staff were polite, room was great, food was the best.

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

  • Aroma Home - Eco-Cabins on a Coffee Farm
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 19 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Aroma Home - Eco-Cabins on a Coffee Farm offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    great quality and value for money. nice decor and setup. very friendly hosts and also veggie friendly! they also have a useful tour agency on site

  • Enjivai Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 8 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 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 146 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 50 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

  • Villa Poa
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 110 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

  • The House of Black and White
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 14 reviews

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

    Ochota personálu, čistota, vybavení, místní obchůdek

  • Meru Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 86 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

  • Wanyama B&B
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 118 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.

  • Villa Viva Tanzania
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 114 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 4.7 km from Uhuru monument, Villa Viva Tanzania features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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

  • The Greenhouse Hostel Arusha Tanzania
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 63 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

  • Wakawaka Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 41 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

  • Safari Bunk House
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1 review

    Safari Bunk House is situated in Arusha, within 26 km of Meserani Snake Park and 4 km of Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC.

  • Runako Lodge
    Central location
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 29 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Uhuru monument, Runako Lodge offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Sehr sauber, sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal.

  • Arusha Jua Eco Home- on coffee farm
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 82 reviews

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

    it's a very pretty place with friendly and reliable staff

  • Lost in Africa Arusha
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 78 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Lost in Africa Arusha offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    friendly staff good breakfast nice garden and bar area

  • White House of Tanzania
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 234 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, White House of Tanzania offers accommodations in Arusha.

    great garden with a bar and helpful staff. felt very safe.

  • Swahili House & Art
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 51 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.

    Yeah the hostel was very good and clean and I loved it

  • 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.

  • MARA HOUSe 1
    Central location

    MARA HOUSe 1 is set in Arusha, 7.7 km from Old German Boma and 8.2 km from Uhuru monument.

  • Sero Safaris Hostel

    Situated in Arusha, Sero Safaris 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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  • Avg. price/night: £12.09
    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: £36.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,468 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: £36.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,468 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: £36.27
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,468 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: £20.31
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 125 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: £12.33
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 244 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: £20.31
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 125 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: £52.39
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 176 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: £21.76
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    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: £14.51
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 68 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
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    pauline
    Solo traveller

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