Featuring a garden, a terrace and a bar, Swahili Villa is located in Arusha and is 2.4 miles from Njiro Complex. The property is around 2.5 miles from Old German Boma, 2.8 miles from Uhuru monument and 18 miles from Meserani Snake Park. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, the rooms include a closet. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and slippers, while some accommodations at Swahili Villa also feature a seating area. Arusha International Conference Center is 2.7 miles from the accommodation, while Ngurdoto Crater is 20 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 6.2 miles from Swahili Villa.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, American, Breakfast to go


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.4
Free Wifi
10
High score for Arusha

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zahra
    United States of America United States of America
    Incredibly cozy, clean and welcoming hotel. The breakfast and dinner were delicious and Anthony, who owns the place was a kind, helpful and gracious host.
  • Allana
    Canada Canada
    The room looks as exactly in the photos. it is a bit small but very cozy and we slept well after a long day of travel. The traditional Swahili meal we booked was very tasty and outstanding value. The room itself was great value too. The staff were...
  • Ron
    United States of America United States of America
    I felt like I was at home. The owners were amazing, personable and provided top meals. Clean and comfortable room.
  • Fleur
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The hospitality and kindness of the staff makes you feel at home right away. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is great. It's like finding a little special oasis. Anthony went beyond all our expectations to make us feel like home and help...
  • Vanessa
    United States of America United States of America
    We stayed here twice and it was very comfortable, homey, and the staff is absolutely fantastic! The rooms were decorated with love and care and you can feel it the moment you walk in! Everything was new and worked great. The water ran hot and the...
  • Vicz
    Denmark Denmark
    Stayed at this hotel after a safari and too bad it was only for one night before my flight. This hostel is beautiful with great customer service and amenities. My room was spacious, clean and very comfortable with some extra little touches of...
  • Matres
    Switzerland Switzerland
    A beautiful hostel that allows you to enjoy the tranquility of nature! Great service and an ideal location to enjoy all that Arusha has to offer. Multiple tour offerings that allow you to enjoy the area. The local diner is delicious and healthy,...
  • Victoria
    South Africa South Africa
    Great Service and Rooms. We even got a pillow with warm water! If i visit africa again i will definitely come to this place again. I must say, africa is beautiful and this hotel was no exception. I would recommend this place to anyone doing a safari
  • Pani
    Canada Canada
    Came here for couple of nights to rest after a safari and before heading home. Super friendly and making all they can to make your stay nice. Also did one day hike to Kilimanjaro with them what I can highly recommend. They also offer tour with...
  • Alice
    Denmark Denmark
    The location is not walking distance from "downtown" but it's really easy to get a tuc tuc or car for a just a few dollars. Breakfast and dinner is more than you can eat, and is delicious. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The place...

Area info

Amenities of Swahili Villa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Outdoors

  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Bar

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

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Safety & security

  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Carpeted
  • Fan

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Swahili Villa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
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.

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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
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

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

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

FAQs about Swahili Villa

  • Guests staying at Swahili Villa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Kosher
    • American
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go
  • Swahili Villa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
  • Check-in at Swahili Villa is from 10:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Swahili Villa is 2.4 miles from the center of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Swahili Villa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.