We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Arusha, Tanzania. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, apartments, residences, villas, holiday homes, chalets, romantic hotels, country estates and country houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Guest House.Lively. Great value. Situated in Arusha and only 3.3 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Holiday Safari features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden and city views, and is 3.8 km from Uhuru monument. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The guest house consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and slippers. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. A minimarket is available at the guest house. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. A baby safety gate is also available at the guest house, while guests can also relax in the garden. Njiro Complex is 8.2 km from Arusha Holiday Safari, while Meserani Snake Park is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 10 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is one of the most LIVELY guest houses in Arusha.
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Nestled in a coffee estate, Meru House features an outdoor swimming pool and jogging track. It is surrounded by a manicured tropical garden. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The spacious rooms all come with views of the garden and African-style décor. They are also furnished with a seating area and desk. The en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Guests can relax by the pool or in the garden. There is also a basketball hoop, and guests are free to use the 400 metre jogging track that wraps around the garden. Meru House is conveniently located just 4 km from Arusha Airport and 25 km from Arusha National Park. Lake Manyara is 100 km away and Tarangire National Park is 120 km away.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most WELL DESIGNED guest houses in Arusha.
Guest House.Trendy. Great value. Popular among couples. Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Mazzola Safari House & Backpacking is located in Mianzini area, 1.4 km from Selian Town Clinic. Mazzola Safari House & Backpacking is less than 10 min drive & 35 min walk to city center. The property is also 1.9 km away from Gosheni Adventures. The accommodation provides free WiFi. At the guest house, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Mazzola Safari House offers some rooms with mountain views, and rooms include a private bathroom. A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. The accommodation offers a children's playground. For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception. Mazzola Safari House & Backpacking also does arrange Budget/Join Wildlife Safaris and Private Wildlife Safaris. Bus station is 2.1 km from Mazzola Safari House & Backpacking.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Highly elegant. Nice interior design. Popular among women. Featuring garden views, The Researchers Rest features accommodation with a garden, a bar and barbecue facilities, around 4 km from Uhuru monument. It is set 5.2 km from Old German Boma and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast offers a restaurant serving African cuisine, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with a desk. The units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the bed and breakfast, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Njiro Complex is 10 km from The Researchers Rest, while Meserani Snake Park is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha, 9 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most historic bed and breakfast in Arusha.
Country House.Beautiful. Great location. Set 12 km from Old German Boma, Songota Falls Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace, as well as a garden and a bar. Featuring mountain and garden views, this country house also has free WiFi. There is a restaurant serving African cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the country house, each unit comes with a desk. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with hot tub and slippers. At the country house, units are equipped with a seating area. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Uhuru monument is 12 km from the country house, while Njiro Complex is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha, 18 km from Songota Falls Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Great bar. Popular among couples. Providing garden views, Utamaduni House B&B in Arusha provides accommodation, a garden, a bar, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. It is located 1.7 km from Njiro Complex and offers full-day security. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels. Old German Boma is 6.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while Uhuru monument is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha, 13 km from Utamaduni House B&B, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is likely the most CREATIVE bed and breakfast in Arusha. It also has a popular rooftop bar. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Arusha.
Guest House.Very stylish. Great bar. Popular among women. Mambo Hideaway, a property with a bar, is situated in Arusha, 7.5 km from Old German Boma, 8 km from Uhuru monument, as well as 9.2 km from Njiro Complex. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. All units in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Meserani Snake Park is 32 km from Mambo Hideaway, while Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC is 7.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha, 14 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most STYLISH guest houses in Arusha.
Chalet.Unique. Boasting accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, Shamba lodge is situated in Arusha. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and picnic area. The chalet consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the views of the pool from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The chalet offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Arusha, like hiking. Barbecue facilities are provided. Uhuru monument is 17 km from Shamba lodge, while Old German Boma is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Hip. Gorgeous surroundings. Featuring pool views, Korona Villa Lodge provides accommodation with balcony, around 5.2 km from Njiro Complex. Boasting mountain views, a garden and a private pool, this bed and breakfast also comes with free WiFi. There is a restaurant serving African cuisine, and free private parking is available. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a kettle, a walk-in shower, slippers and a desk. Units have a private bathroom, a bath and a hair dryer, and some units at the bed and breakfast have a safety deposit box. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, Korona Villa Lodge features kids pool, an indoor play area and outdoor play equipment. The accommodation has a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Old German Boma is 10 km from Korona Villa Lodge, while Uhuru monument is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha, 19 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be one of the coolest and most RELAXING bed and breakfasts in Arusha. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Newly opened, August 2023. Situated in Arusha, 4.3 km from Old German Boma, Skill forest lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Uhuru monument is 4.8 km from the hotel, while Njiro Complex is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 11 km from Skill forest lodge.Show full description
Holiday Home. Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Toiwo Residence Arusha is situated in Arusha, just 1.9 km from Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 2.9 km of Uhuru monument. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.4 km from Old German Boma. The spacious holiday home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The holiday home also features a washing machine and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Njiro Complex is 7.3 km from the holiday home, while Meserani Snake Park is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 9 km from Toiwo Residence Arusha.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Featuring quiet street views, Westwood Residences offers accommodation with balcony, around 500 metres from Uhuru monument. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The units in the apartment complex are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a lift and currency exchange for guests. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Old German Boma is 1.4 km from Westwood Residences, while Njiro Complex is 6.3 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lovely property. Great value. Set in Arusha, 12 km from Uhuru monument, Dan Stam Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available every morning at the property. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk. All rooms include a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Dan Stam Hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, American and French cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. Dan Stam Hotel offers a sun terrace. Old German Boma is 13 km from the hotel, while Njiro Complex is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 8 km from Dan Stam Hotel.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Boasting inner courtyard views, Tinitara town house provides accommodation with a shared lounge and a balcony, around 2.4 km from Uhuru monument. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. This apartment also comes with a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Guests at the apartment can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. You can play billiards at Tinitara town house. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of hiking. Old German Boma is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Njiro Complex is 4.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 7 km from Tinitara town house.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Great location. Located within 24 km of Old German Boma and 25 km of Uhuru monument in Arusha, Charming Eco-Homestay near Kilimanjaro International Airport offers accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available daily at the bed and breakfast. At Charming Eco-Homestay near Kilimanjaro International Airport, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves African cuisine. The bed and breakfast provides garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a outdoor furniture. There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels. Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Njiro Complex is 26 km from the accommodation, while Meserani Snake Park is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Kilimanjaro International, 28 km from Charming Eco-Homestay near Kilimanjaro International Airport, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most BEAUTIFUL bed and breakfast in Arusha.
Guest House.Newly opened, October 2023. Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Tropicana House is situated in Arusha, just less than 1 km from Njiro Complex. 6.3 km from Uhuru monument and 31 km from Meserani Snake Park, the property features a garden and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.9 km from Old German Boma. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC is 5.9 km from the guest house, while Ngurdoto Crater is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 12 km from Tropicana House.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, March 2024. Lufano Homes, Your Cozy Nest in Arusha. Is located in Arusha, 3.2 km from Njiro Complex, 3.6 km from Uhuru monument, and 28 km from Meserani Snake Park. The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A minimarket is available at the apartment. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.1 km from Old German Boma. A flat-screen TV is available. For guests with children, the apartment features a baby safety gate. A car rental service is available at Lufano Homes, Your Cozy Nest in Arusha.. Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC is 3.2 km from the accommodation, while Ngurdoto Crater is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 9 km from Lufano Homes, Your Cozy Nest in Arusha..Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Located in Arusha and only 9.2 km from Uhuru monument, Seven Seven B&B provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster, a dining area, a TV, and a private bathroom with shower and slippers. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with garden or inner courtyard views. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Old German Boma is 11 km from the bed and breakfast, while Njiro Complex is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 5 km from Seven Seven B&B.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Newly opened, March 2024. Haven Homes is situated in Arusha, 2.8 km from Uhuru monument, 3.1 km from Old German Boma, as well as 8 km from Njiro Complex. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The bed and breakfast has a flat-screen TV. The kitchen features a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and ironing service. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast offers a baby safety gate. Meserani Snake Park is 30 km from Haven Homes, while Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, November 2023. Set in Arusha and only 1.1 km from Njiro Complex, City Retreat 8-8 offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated apartment is located 4.4 km from Old German Boma and 4.9 km from Uhuru monument. Ngurdoto Crater is 36 km away and Lake Momella is 44 km from the apartment. The spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms and a living room with a flat-screen TV. If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchen facilities. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Meserani Snake Park is 29 km from the apartment, while Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC is 4.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 11 km from City Retreat 8-8.Show full description
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