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Swahili Villa

Arusha

Boasting a garden, a terrace as well as a bar, Swahili Villa is situated in Arusha, 3.8 km from Njiro Complex.

M
Mwanne
From
Vatican City
This is an oasis especially after days of safari! Dining room and lounge areas as well as patio seating provide lots of space and choice. Food is good. Staff are very friendly and attentive. Rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The breakfast is amazing with a lot of variety than 5 star hotels, they organize Kilimanjaro day for reasonable price than the safari company offers us
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults
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Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments

Arusha

2 km from Uhuru monument, Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments is situated in Arusha and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

S
Stephanie
From
Austria
The Most friendly and helpful stuff - I forgott my glasses and Richard arranged to send it via Bus to Lushoto on the Next day! So grateful! Clean and spacious Room, nice breakfast and super clean. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Price from
US$58.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Serengeti Villa

Arusha

Serengeti Villa has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Arusha. Offering a bar, the property is located within 2.7 km of Old German Boma.

B
Bobir
From
Uzbekistan
So lovely place to chill after Kilimanjaro summit. Anthony organize very good Safary for me. Frank prepare amazing dinner and lunch! I miss this hospitality and hope that i will be back with family to achieve this place one more time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews
Price from
US$37.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Savannah House

Arusha

Savannah House features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Arusha. Providing a bar, the property is located within 5.6 km of Old German Boma.

t
toties
From
Sweden
It was an amazing stay from the start to the end. We booked the pick up from the airport to the hotel direct with Anton. Later we booked also the Safari and the climbing to moumt Meru with Anton. He offered us those activities for a very fair price and everything was perfect. We also had to move the dates for the stay for one day without any problems. Anton was very friendly and organized everything for us. He also went with us for dinner, showed us around and helped us with every question we had. We will for ever remember the stay in the Savannah House
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
US$26.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Mambo Arusha Hostel

Arusha

Located in Arusha, 6.6 km from Old German Boma, Mambo Arusha Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

E
Elizabeth
From
Luxembourg
Reallu friendly staff and nice rooms! The food was good as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults
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Arusha backpackers homes

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 2.8 km from Uhuru monument, Arusha backpackers homes features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

j
joe
From
Kenya
I enjoyed the stay, the satff were friendly and profesional. The facility gives a comfortable homely feel, also the location is convenient which makes it easy to move around. Would definately recoment 100%
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Serengeti Home

Arusha

Serengeti Home has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. The property is set 6.7 km from Old German Boma, 7.2 km from Uhuru monument and 32 km from Meserani Snake Park.

A
Anipher
From
Sweden
Staff are excellent and very friendly! Highly recommend the ground manager Frank! Who made sure our stay at the lodge was super comfortable, catered to us. Everything looks authentic and African style. Would also recommend the food and the all amenities around the lodge! 100% will go back again and again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$43.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Osotwa Maasai Hostel

Arusha

Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Osotwa Maasai Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Sara
From
Denmark
The stay has been the perfect fit for me and my friend! The rooms and accommodations were wonderful and the staff was very friendly! Nice breakfast in the morning too. You even get a key the front gate so you can go and come as you please without having to make any arrangements. The location is nice - not too far away from clock tower Also it’s located near a lot of small local restaurants where you can eat some nice food 😄
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
US$19.44
1 night, 2 adults
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Home Villa Eco Boutique

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, within 8.6 km of Uhuru monument and 8.6 km of Njiro Complex, Home Villa Eco Boutique features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

M
Mbilinyi
From
Abkhazia
It was amazing experience to be accommodated by home villa, I liked almost everything. I like the cleanness environment, design of the property and the humbles of staffs. My family was very happy to spend time there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$32.76
1 night, 2 adults
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Enjivai Hostel

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 8.2 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$44
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Arusha and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews

Save money on hostels in Arusha and nearby – budget options available

  • Kizumba House

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

    Kizumba House features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

    From US$17 per night

  • Runako Hostel

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Uhuru monument, Runako Hostel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$63.75 per night

  • Villa Viva Tanzania

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 3.4 km from Uhuru monument, Villa Viva Tanzania features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$40 per night

  • Giving Hands Homestay

    Arusha
    Budget options available

    Situated in Arusha, Giving Hands Homestay has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$18.90 per night

  • Villa Poa

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 1.4 km from Njiro Complex, Villa Poa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$78 per night

  • White House of Tanzania

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, White House of Tanzania offers accommodations in Arusha.

    From US$49.40 per night

  • Arusha Safari Hostel

    Arusha
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Arusha Safari Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge.

    From US$15.30 per night

  • Karibu Nyumbani Hostel

    Sokon
    Budget options available

    Set in Sokon, Karibu Nyumbani Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$75.93 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Arusha and nearby

  • Situated in Arusha, 1.2 km from Old German Boma, Ibrahim Garden Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    From US$36.72 per night

  • Boasting a garden and a bar, Kilimani gardens hostel is set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Old German Boma and 3 km from Uhuru monument.

    From US$40 per night

  • Boasting free bikes, bar and views of mountain, Travel for Charity Tanzania- Eco Hostel & Volunteer Center is situated in Arusha, 2.4 km from Uhuru monument.

    From US$9 per night

  • othman homes

    Arusha
    Central location

    Othman homes is located in Arusha, within 3.5 km of Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC and 38 km of Ngurdoto Crater.

    From US$30 per night

  • Kwetu Hostel

    Arusha
    Central location

    Kwetu Hostel is set in Arusha, within 7.4 km of Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC and 35 km of Ngurdoto Crater.

    From US$48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Jua Eco Home- on coffee farm features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$27 per night

  • Situated in Arusha, Sero Safaris Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$26 per night

  • Moivaro eco hostel

    Arusha
    Central location

    Located in Arusha, Moivaro eco hostel features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$46.25 per night

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Arusha and nearby

  • Stay Inn Back Packers

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Stay Inn Back Packers is located in Arusha, 6.2 km from Old German Boma and 11 km from Njiro Complex.

    From US$14.10 per night

  • Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha

    Arusha
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Arusha, Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 12 km from Old German Boma, Nguruma house of travellers and tours features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$13 per night

  • BABA AFRICA HOSTEL

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Situated in Arusha and with Uhuru monument reachable within 3.9 km, BABA AFRICA HOSTEL features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

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  • Arusha Safari Hostel

    Hostel in Arusha
    Avg. price/night: US$15.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
    The staff is realy kind and helpfull. The rooms are fine. You pay a good (cheap) price to stay here and a nice breakfast is included. Dinner is possible, they serve delicious food. We had a lovely stay. I would definetly recommend this hostel, especially for students.
    Guest review by
    Janine
    Group

  • Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments

    Hostel in Arusha
    Avg. price/night: US$60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
    Best hostel in Africa so far, hostel is modern and in great location. I was also allowed early check-in, the girl who works there is very intelligent and extremely helpful
    Guest review by
    Olafs
    Solo traveller

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