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Where to Stay in Arusha Tanzania: Arusha Luxury Lodges
Arusha is a city located in northern Tanzania, near the border with Kenya, and it is a popular gateway to the country’s many national parks and game reserves.
There are several luxury lodges in and around Arusha that offer visitors a high-end experience while exploring Tanzania’s natural beauty.
Some of the top luxury lodges in Arusha include:
Best Lodges in Arusha #1. Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge is set on a coffee plantation and offers a peaceful and secluded retreat just outside the city.
Elewana Arusha offers luxurious cottages with private decks and views of Mount Meru. Guests can take part in coffee tours and tastings, as well as hiking and birdwatching.
Arusha Lodges Hotels #2. Legendary Lodge
This lodge offers elegant suites and cottages set in lush gardens. Guests can relax by the pool, take a cooking class, or go on a safari to nearby national parks.
3. Rivertrees Country Inn
Located on a working farm, Rivertrees offers cozy cottages and rooms with garden views. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table dining, a spa, and outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching.
Overall, Arusha luxury lodges provide a comfortable and sophisticated base for exploring Tanzania’s incredible natural landscapes, from Mount Kilimanjaro to the Serengeti.
5. Giraffe Lodge Arusha (Arusha Lodges/Lodges Arusha)
When you are budget travelling, there’s nothing better than finding accommodation at a steal that is safe and that provides everything you are looking for in terms of a place to stay.
Arusha Giraffe Lodge is one such place.
Housed in a residential property that has been converted into a lodge, Arusha Giraffe Lodge is small and efficient.
The space is a little cramped to maximize the services provided, but that said: the beds are unforgettably comfortable, the water from the shower is nice and hot, the food is good, it has a well-stocked bar complete with a bar sitting area, and the service is very friendly.
The lodge has safe parking (useful if you are driving your own car), and free transportation is provided to and from both Arusha town and Arusha airport.
If budget is your primary consideration when travelling to Arusha, then I recommend Arusha Giraffe Lodge wholeheartedly!
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Arusha Accommodation #6: Joshmal Hotel Arusha
Joshmal Hotel Arusha is an inexpensive hotel located on Wapare Street in downtown Arusha, about a block and a half from Arusha’s main bus stand.
The hotel has 30 rooms across 5 stories, and this can be an issue if the lift is not working and your room is not on one of the hotel’s lower floors.
The facilities are basic, though neat and clean, and the service is friendly.
The room rates include satisfactory breakfast in the morning.
Joshmal Hotel Arusha is particularly convenient if you will be arriving in or leaving Arusha by bus either particularly late at night or early in the morning.
You can find out more by calling them on +255-747-552555.
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7. Kibo Palace Hotel (One of the Best Hotels in Arusha Tanzania)
In the heart of Arusha, an easy walking distance from many points of interest, lies Kibo Palace Hotel, which offers amenities that you can expect from most urban hotels.
Spacious, well-decorated rooms with very comfortable beds, beautiful views of Mount Meru, a wide selection of delicious food to choose from—these are just some of the things you will find at Kibo Palace Hotel.
Kibo Palace Hotel has very professional service and good meeting rooms too. It is one of the most popular business hotels in Arusha.
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8. Hotels Arusha: Mount Meru Hotel
Mount Meru Hotel is a modern luxury hotel in Arusha with great views of Mount Meru.
It has beautiful lush gardens and a relaxing swimming pool area. The service is very professional and the food good. Mount Meru Hotel is one of my my favourite hotels in Arusha, if not my very favourite!
Mount Meru Hotel blends stylishly elegant African architecture with supremely luxurious accommodation, sparkling water gardens with beautifully landscaped ones, and a wide choice of international restaurants.
Situated at the foothills of Mount Meru, Mount Meru Hotel lies on 15 acres of serene, lush landscape.
The hotel is surrounded by some of Africa’s most breathtaking vistas, rich with a diverse array of wildlife, etched against the fertile slopes of Mount Meru, the fifth highest peak in Africa.
Mount Meru hotel is one of the more upscale hotels in Arusha.
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Best Hotels in Arusha #9: The Arusha Hotel Arusha
The Arusha Hotel (now Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel) is not only one of the oldest hotels in Arusha–it was established in 1894–but one of the oldest hotels in the whole of East Africa.
I must admit, this is a hotel I am partial to because this is where my parents had their first date, and I make sure to visit it every time I am in the city.
In its current rendition, The Arusha Hotel (which purportedly stands midway between Cairo and The Cape of Good Hope), is a perfect mix of old world charm and modern efficiency.
Located smack-dab in the middle of Arusha’s city center, The Arusha Hotel is a great place to stay if you have business in downtown Arusha or simply want to explore the city.
Don’t worry, though: the beautiful manicured gardens of the hotel make it an oasis of calm and will likely make you forget how close to Arusha’s business center you are.
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Arusha View
If you are interested in getting a large scale view of Arusha city, here is some drone footage taken from above the city.
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Hospitality Solutions in Arusha
If you are looking for hospitality solutions in Arusha, here are some service providers in Arusha who deal specifically with the hospitality industry.
Photo Credits: The Africa Specialists, Joshmal Hotels, Mount Meru Hotel, Booking.com, HRS
I do not follow you on Twitter, so it is nice to have a blow-by-blow account of your trip – it really sounds fantastic!! Very informative! If I ever find myself wanting to travel around Northern Tanzania I will definitely use this post as a guide!
I am glad you liked it, Vive! 🙂