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When you think of the Tanzanian city of Mwanza, what comes to mind?
Do you think of the fact that Mwanza is Tanzania’s second largest city?
Or, perhaps, do you think of fishing and fisheries, the economic sector that Mwanza is known for?
Personally, I think of a peaceful, scenic, lovely city on the shores of Lake Victoria with wonderful rock formations because that’s what it feels like to actually be in Mwanza.
Mwanza is a city that I enjoy a lot and get to do so often because it’s a regular stop on the journey between Dar es Salaam and my Tanzanian hometown Bukoba.
If you are thinking of visiting Mwanza soon and are wondering where to stay when you do, I’ve got a few recommendations for you today.
Here goes…
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Best Hotels in Mwanza Tanzania #1: Ryans Bay Hotel Mwanza Tanzania (Ryan Bay Hotel Mwanza Tanzania/Ryans Bay Mwanza)
Ryans Bay Hotel Mwanza is a pleasant modern hotel on the shores of Lake Victoria.
It has 50 rooms and 4 serviced apartments.
Each guest room and suite at Ryans Bay Hotel Mwanza offers a magnificent view of the bay.
The hotel’s beds are large and comfortable.
It has beautiful grounds with a large swimming pool.
The service is friendly, and the hotel has great views of the lake.
Ryans Bay Hotel Mwanza is located very close to Mwanza’s city centre.
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Ryan’s Bay Hotel Mwanza Contacts
You can contact Ryan’s Bay Hotel either through their Mwanza office or their North American contact.
Here are the details for those:
Mwanza Office in Capripoint Mwanza
P.O. Box 1904, Station Road,
Capri Point, Mwanza, Tanzania
Tel: +255-28-254 2347
Fax: +255-28-254 1702
Mobile: +255-784-699 393/+255-689-110 900
North American Contact
45 Burnhamill Place
Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9C 3S3
Tel: +1-(416)-626 9287
If you wish to contact the hotel by email, you can do so through the following email adress: manager@ryansbay.com.
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2. Rock Bay Mwanza/Rockbay Mwanza
Rock Bay Mwanza is a small resort and campsite located between Mwanza and Geita.
More precisely, it is located in Busisi a short distance from the Kigongo-Busisi ferry terminal.
To find out more about Rock Bay Mwanza, click here.
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Hotels Near Mwanza Airport
Here are some hotels near Mwanza Airport (MWZ), all located within about 10 km of the airport:
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Hotel in Mwanza Near Airport #1. Malaika Beach Resort (About 20 Minutes from Mwanza City Centre)
If you will be in Mwanza and want a beautiful place from which to enjoy the best of Lake Victoria’s beauty, then Malaika Beach Resort might be just the place for you.
Malaika has plush well-maintained grounds, with gorgeous views of the lake.
The rooms are beautiful and neat, and even the swimming pool has a great view of the lake (as you can see above).
Malaika Beach Resort is only a 10-minute drive from Mwanza airport and the resort offers complimentary airport transfers.
Best Hotel in Mwanza Near Airport #2. Adden Palace Hotel
If it’s not important for you to stay on the shores of Lake Victoria when you are in Mwanza, or if budget is a big consideration, then the place you want to stay is Adden Palace Hotel.
Located near Mwanza airport, Adden Palace Hotel is very neat and clean.
The rooms are particularly comfortable—not only the beds but also the good air-conditioning and thick curtains that make the room very dark.
The service is very attentive, the food is notably good, and the lively outdoor bar is a nice place to hang out.
3. Hotel Kingdom & Apartments
Located along Airport Road, around 6–7 km from Mwanza Airport. It offers clean rooms, a gym, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and is suitable for both short and extended stays.
4. Gold Crest Hotel Mwanza
Roughly 6 km from the airport, this is a popular 4-star option in the city center. It has modern amenities, a rooftop bar, fitness center, and can arrange airport transfers.
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Have been living in Mwanza almost my whole life and the best Hotels I admire most are Ryan’s Bay Hotel and Malaika Beach Resort.
Either way, if you want some fun and amazing lake view while drinking Hotel Tilapia is the choice but I’m not a fan of that place. I hated the place after it became a place for ladies looking for foreigners to date with. But it’s a cool place to chill.
Hi Ally,
It is always a pleasure to see you on my blog! I am very pleased to see that my recommendations are approved by a Mwanza local. Shucks that that is how Hotel Tilapia has become. I can see how that could happen though. Is it particularly that way at night?
I have never personally witnessed that characteristic of it.
Biche