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Featuring city views, MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB in Arusha provides accommodations and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and a shared kitchen, along with free Wifi throughout the property. There's free private parking, and the property features paid airport shuttle service. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with slippers, free toiletries, and bidet. A selection of options including local specialities, fruit, and juice are available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. As an added convenience, MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace. Uhuru monument is 2.6 miles from the accommodation, while Old German Boma is 3.3 miles from the property. Arusha Airport is 3.1 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.1
Free Wifi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Devante
    United States United States
    The property was located in a nice location where can you interact with locals and have access to essentials in the area. The property was spacious, very clean, and I felt at home.
  • Wendy
    Canada Canada
    It was a home away from home. Room was comfortable but also there was a large sitting area with a couch and tv for lounging in the evenings. Zena was excellent, always available to help.
  • Craig
    United States United States
    The staff was excellent and the place was spotless! I was very impressed! They communicated very well over the app and were easy to find. WiFi worked great. I highly recommend this place when transiting through Arusha.
  • Maggie
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Lucy was really nice and made my stay so welcoming. The place was clean and cozy 👍.
  • Omar
    United States United States
    Excellent place, very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. Very convenient location in central Arusha area, highly recommend.
  • Robert
    United States United States
    The atmosphere and the friendliness of the staff and owner was superb. Ricki, the owner and her staff, Patricia and Lucy, went out of their way to ensure we had an outstanding and memorable stay. Patricia took us to town to show us around, to take...
  • Anita
    Kenya Kenya
    Not far from the main road but the road going there isn’t really pleasant but once u get there it’s amazing .very clean house and the hosts are very welcoming.the breakfast is also great especially the crêpes were great .definitely recommend!
  • Adriano
    Brazil Brazil
    Very comfortable place. Great breakfast. The staff is very friendly.
  • Raquel
    Portugal Portugal
    Comfortable beds and a complete breakfast. Kind staff who received us very late in the night due to a delay of our flight. Well located in the center of Arusha to stay one night before or after your safari.
  • H
    Harrie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A perfect stop in Arusha, felt very comfortable, safe and peaceful.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Mina chai
    • Cuisine
      African • American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Amenities of MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

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

    Transportation

    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Cleaning Services

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

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Convenience store on site
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
    MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB

    • MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB has 1 restaurant:

      • Mina chai
    • The prices at MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Themed dinners
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
    • Room options at MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Triple
    • MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB is 2.2 miles from the center of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at MINA CHAI HOUSE BNB is from 10:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.