Featuring an outdoor pool and restaurant, Planet Lodge is located in Arusha. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. The African-style chalets come with a private bathroom, air conditioning and mosquito net. Extras include a telephone, towels and linen. The Planet Lodge restaurant serves international and local cuisine. The bar offers a selection of drinks. Guests can relax by the poolside and in the lush garden while enjoying views of Mount Meru. The lodge is 1 hours’ drive from the Arusha National Park and within 30 mi from the Kilimanjaro Airport. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
8.1
High score for Arusha
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cheryl
    United States of America United States of America
    Nice grounds, clean, quiet, AC, hot showers, great location, accommodating and very kind helpful staff.
  • Bonnie-jo
    Canada Canada
    Planet Lodge is a wonderful place to stay in Arusha. All the rooms are spacious, tastefully decorated and private. The bay window is an absolute show stopper. Private balconies provide the visitor with a chance to take in the amazing grounds....
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was amazing. Peter the Driver, Gertrude at dining and Anna at front desk were standouts. Grounds were lovely. Best breakfast from lodges all week. Great about storing luggage for the week as well as interim during final day.
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    I likes the character of the rooms,i really enjoyed the kindness of the staff.
  • Audrey
    United States of America United States of America
    We had an exceptional stay- I will definitely stay there next time I'm in Arusha. The rooms are large, gardens are beautiful and the dining area is spacious. The staff was also very friendly and remembered me by name.
  • Kaye
    United States of America United States of America
    We stayed at Planet Arusha after a safari waiting for our flight to Nairobi. The property was really pretty and a perfect place to hang out. The room was comfortable and large and the lobby had seating that we could have hung out in if it had...
  • Volker
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Pleasant setting in a wide garden (we received a bungalow upon request, that was further away from the a bit noisy street that is seperated through a higher wall from the setting). Pool pleasant and garden nice for setting. Bungalow large. Good...
  • Sten
    Norway Norway
    Excellent service and very services minded employees Wonderful restaurant
  • Rhys
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Planet Lodge is super convenient, being on the outskirts of Arusha centre, on the Kilimanjaro side. It takes about an hour to get there from the airport. The staff were extremely welcoming and very happy to help. I stayed the day before embarking...
  • Willem
    Netherlands Netherlands
    In the course of time, I have tried many lodges in Arusha, and Planet Lodge is my favourite place giving a very good value proposition. Lovely and caring staff, very good food both in breakfast and dinner, nice pool and restaurant/bar outlay. ...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Indian • Pizza • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Arusha Planet Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Bathtub
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Playground
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
Arusha Planet Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation 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.

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

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

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
$30 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash

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

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Arusha Planet Lodge 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Arusha Planet Lodge

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Arusha Planet Lodge include:

    • Chalet
    • Villa
  • Arusha Planet Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Canoeing
    • Themed dinners
    • Spa facilities
    • Bike tours
    • Game drives
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bicycle rental
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool
    • Horseback riding
    • Foot bath
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Walking tours
  • The prices at Arusha Planet Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Arusha Planet Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Arusha Planet Lodge is 3.7 miles from the center of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Arusha Planet Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant