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Set in Arusha, 200 metres from Old German Boma, Equator Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The rooms come with a balcony with views of the city. At the hotel all rooms come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units feature a desk. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Equator Hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Uhuru monument is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Njiro Complex is 4.9 km away. Arusha Airport is 7 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shilpa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good staff & hospitality. Great Indian food options. Lush greenery in the backyard, safe & perfect location to walk around Arusha markets
  • Shirley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I stayed twice (before and after my safari) the second time I had a room with a garden view which was much nicer than the previous room on the other side of the hotel. The staff were very helpful
  • Jodha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Managers was very good, he did upgrade our room because we arrived.we had balcony with garden view and staff was very nice. Breakfast was very nice.
  • Charles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We arrived very late owing to a delayed flight, but the staff were waiting for us and made us feel welcome from the start. The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel itself is charming and authentically African while being in a very...
  • Paulette
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is very central and modern. The rooms are large with one wall of windows opening onto a balcony and facing a treed garden. Comfortable king-size bed and the bathroom was clean with hot water. Having an in-house restaurant was very...
  • Dwayne
    Australia Australia
    good location in Arusha. Old style hotel with big rooms and a nice balcony overlooking the garden. And they have a great chef who can do really good indian food.
  • Paritosh
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Staff very friendly and call you by your name at Front Desk. Best North Indian Food, Chef from India.
  • Tamás
    Hungary Hungary
    I particularly liked the absolute professionalism, effectiveness and helpfulness of the staff. Room was nice, spacious and comfortable. Excellent value for money, hotel way beyond expectations!
  • Roland
    Germany Germany
    Staff is friendly. Excellent service. Sina malalamiko yoyote. No complaints at all.
  • Robert
    Germany Germany
    Very close to city center, but quiet place, good breakfast

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Local
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Equator Hotel

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 11:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$26 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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FAQs about Equator Hotel

  • Equator Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Check-in at Equator Hotel is from 11:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Equator Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Equator Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #1
    • Restaurant #2
  • The prices at Equator Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Equator Hotel is 700 yards from the centre of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Equator Hotel include:

    • Double