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The 10 Best Guesthouses in Arusha, Tanzania

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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.

Where to start.. Glory is the most amazing host, right from check-in experience, she helped me with my phone, laundry, cooked homely delicious meals and much more. She was always attentive, spoke clear English and was always kind and friendly! I stayed at the bungalow for couple of nights and then came back and stayed again for few nights after Kilimanjaro, the bungalow is very beautiful, comfortable, private and super functional, the bathroom is beautifully decorated, inspired from nature and with really strong pressured hot water. The main house is very nice too, the garden is so beautiful and calming, multiple setting and relaxing areas and the nicest self-service bar!. They also have the most beautiful dog Julie, she was my princess, I took her for long walks and hikes to the nearby rivers, she added a lot to the charm of the place and made this hideaway even more homely. The owner Azizi is a very cool guy, of course he is, not only he did an amazing job building and decorating this amazing hideaway, he is a DJ and a bar tender as well. We hanged out and went for a hike to Paradise cafe at the river less than 30 minutes walk from the hotel. Honestly it was the best place I stayed in magical Tanzania. The place, personnel and Julie (the dog) has touched my heart and made my experience in Arusha an unforgettable and healing one. Please take Julie for walks and love her, she is a very good girl! Ask Azizi for directions to Paradise cafe by the river near by and enjoy !

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9.1
Wonderful
183 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

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.

For the price, this place can't be beat! I only stayed 1 night as I was moving on early the next morning, but during my short time here, the staff was super friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful, and the room was super comfortable. Innocent even got up early at 6am in the morning to communicate with the driver picking me up and to see me off. I definitely recommend a stay here!

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9.4
Wonderful
342 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

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.

Lozaro, Hope and Robert were all incredible, the most hospitable people ever. They made us feel so welcomed and cooked incredible local food for us, we throughly enjoyed our stay and couldn’t recommend it enough! We look forward to coming back in the future!

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9.5
Exceptional
64 reviews
Price from
$33.60
per night

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.

Remote location but very quiet and beautifully/historically decorated The hotel upgraded me because some rooms were available

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9.4
Wonderful
70 reviews
Price from
$250
per night

Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security.

Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available daily at the guest house. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Keeney House at St. Gabriel's offers a selection of packed lunches.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
$43.70
per night

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.

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10
Exceptional
4 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

Located just 1.3 km from Old German Boma, Green Garden Guest House features accommodation in Arusha with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a shared kitchen. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Some units include a private entrance. Guests can enjoy a meal at an outdoor dining area at the guest house.

The staff was friendly. And there were a lot of outdoor hangout places. The place lives up to its name in the sense that there is a lot of green, which is nice.

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7.6
Good
66 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Situated in Arusha, 3.1 km from Old German Boma, The Milimani Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 3.6 km of Uhuru monument. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the inn, all rooms have a balcony with a mountain view. At The Milimani Lodge rooms have bed linen and towels.

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8.8
Excellent
4 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Wenzi Luxury Home is located in Arusha, 2.3 km from Njiro Complex and 3.5 km from Old German Boma. This guest house provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. The guest house features family rooms.

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Price from
$29.70
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security.

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Price from
$22.50
per night

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Arusha

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 64 reviews
    Hope’s home is one of the best places I stayed trough out my traveling. Hope is a great host that makes sure all your needs are met. Beautiful quiet place that exceeded expectations.
    MONIKA
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $53
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 23 reviews
    Very communicative host Walter, comfortable room, bed and bathroom. Quiet neighborhood, not to far from city centre. Walter helped me out with a lot of things, really takes care a you a his guest. Try to be in touch with Walter before going there , the place is a bit hard to find using only navigation. By phone he can explain best way to get there. Good value for money!
    Elselyne
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 140 reviews
    We slept a total of 3 nights at Utamanduni Hous and were very impressed with the accommodation. The accommodation has 4 very nicely furnished rooms, one common room and a big garden. Chris is a great host and the staff are incredibly helpful. Traditional cooking was done for us in the evening. The breakfast with fresh fruits as well as jam and pancakes is excellent. The property also has a beautifully landscaped garden with a seating area around a campfire pit and a small outdoor bar.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $27
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 124 reviews
    Really nice hostel in the heart of the city but in a quiet street and nice neighbourhood. The place is simple but does the trick, it's clean, free breakfast (eggs toast and fruits), comfortable and welcoming and cheap. The staff was very kind, Ibrahim the owner is very friendly and helping and also organises tours at the best prices in town making it an excellent base for many activities in the region!
    Roxanne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $25
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 342 reviews
    The place is perfect if you look for a quiet and relaxing stay in Arusha that you can spend in the very nice garden in the back yard. The hosts are very friendly and supportive with everything you need. Bus station and city center are in 5- to 10-minutes driving distance, a local street kitchen with nice food for little money is within 3 minutes walking distance. All in all highly recommended!
    Leonie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $35
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 67 reviews
    Very friendly hosts. Not far from city center, quiet and nice pool, very good breakfast.
    Philipp
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $92.48
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 40 reviews
    The house is well located, close to Fifis Restaurant and the city center. Derek was a great host, collected us from the airport and checked on us throughout our stay.
    John
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $34.12
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 56 reviews
    Had a great time at Wakawaka. Room was awesome, very clean, comfy bed & good wifi over the property. Very secure and good location close to the clock tower but away from the main road so quiet at night. David was a great host sorting out airport pickup for me (recommend) and then info for my onward travels and making sure I was ok. The ladies serving breakfast were great as well and always so happy. Would recommend when staying in Arusha!
    David
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $47.50
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 249 reviews
    I like to think of this place as a bed and breakfast or boutique hotel. It is a small cute hotel located off a dirt road about 15 - 20mins from Arusha Airport. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was cheap and nice. Location was in the middle of town with so many businesses nearby.
    Ayomide
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews
    Great location close to the city centre (the Booking.com location is accurate; Google Maps is outdated). Quiet area, comfortable flat with own kitchen, bathroom and living room. Swahiba is a great host, we are glad for having got to know him and supporting his business. Bed was comfortable and the fruit juice maker in the kitchen was a bonus! :)
    Peter
    Travelers with friends

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