You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Villa Poa. Sign in to check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates.

Genius discounts at this property are subject to booking dates, stay dates, and other available deals.

Located in Arusha, a 16-minute walk from Njiro Complex, Villa Poa provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving African cuisine. The property has evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. At the hostel, every room is equipped with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Each room comes with a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a patio and others also provide guests with mountain views. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box. Villa Poa has a grill. Bike rental and car rental are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. Old German Boma is 3.1 miles from the accommodation, while Uhuru monument is 3.4 miles away. Arusha Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Sign in, save money

Sign in to see if you can save 10% or more at this property.
Sign in, save money

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
2 queen beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
7.9
Free Wifi
6.5

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Macharia
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Everything about the place, location, ambience, host, cleanliness. I will definitely visit again.
  • Barry
    Tanzania Tanzania
    The garden bungalows were very quaint. The swinging beds were also a hit. Lucy the host was amazing, hospitable and assisted us with whatever we needed. She also made the most amazing avocado toast sandwiches! The whole stay was amazing because...
  • Martin
    Kenya Kenya
    Rose and the other staff were helpful and amazing with our children.
  • Maran
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Lucy and Neema were so welcoming, friendly and funny. It really felt like we left as friends. It's located in a nice quiet place, with a lovely garden with all kinds of seating options. And there is a well-stocked fridge with beers and sodas And...
  • P
    Tanzania Tanzania
    The staff were very friendly and even the environment was good. My son liked Sama - the dog very much as he was able to pet him and share his snacks with him too😊
  • Magdalena
    Norway Norway
    Absolutely everything! They made me feel like home and that's the most important (and hardest to achieve) in hospitality business. I miss this place already ❤️!
  • Meghan
    Australia Australia
    This place was absolutely incredible. The staff! Oh my gosh they absolutely made this place. They were the kindest, funniest and most helpful people. Massive shout out to my two new Tanzanian sisters Lucy and Neema! My dad and I stayed here...
  • Inga
    Germany Germany
    The staff of Villa Poa was very nice and extremely helpful! When we had a problem with a taxi driver one of the Mamas assisted immediately and the problem was soon solved. The Breakfast was very tasty and freshly prepared. Overall it was a great...
  • Mueni
    Kenya Kenya
    The view of Mount meru from our balcony was breathtaking😍 Lucy was so friendly and welcoming. The food was a 10. The rates are affordable.
  • Violet
    Kenya Kenya
    The staff were really friendly and prompt in their response. The food was also freshly made each time.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Villa Poa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

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

Internet
Wifi is available in public 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

    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Child safety socket covers
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Finnish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Swedish
    • Swahili

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

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 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.

    Children 6 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

    5+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    $15 per person, per night

    Prices for 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 allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

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

    A surcharge of 5% will be charged for all debit and credit card payments.

    Please inform Villa Poa 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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    FAQs about Villa Poa

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

    • Check-in at Villa Poa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Villa Poa has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • The prices at Villa Poa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Villa Poa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Evening entertainment
      • Cooking class
      • Walking tours
      • Horseback riding
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Game drives
      • Happy hour
      • Bicycle rental
      • Movie nights
      • Bike tours
      • Bar crawls
      • Tour or class about local culture