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All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. At Serengeti Villa all rooms include bed linen and towels.

Uhuru monument is 3.2 km from Serengeti Villa, while Njiro Complex is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 9 km from the hostel.

Everything 😍 Anthony is professional and manages the accommodation like a 5 star resort. So much thought was put into place to make every guest feel comfortable. Beautiful landscaped gardens. Chill outside areas. Breakfast lapa and bonfire pit completes the outside area. The bedroom is spacious, good beds, good pillows and great linen. The furniture is made from crates but is so tastefully done and the traditional décor adds to the finishing touches. I took a video of the bedroom and bathroom. It was much better than the pictures on the booking site.

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9.4
Superb
615 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

At the hostel, all rooms come with a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. At Savannah House each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Njiro Complex is 5.8 km from Savannah House, while Uhuru monument is 6.1 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 12 km from the hostel.

Savannah house is a warm ,cozy place that makes you feel the local atmosphere in Arusha. We felt very welcomed by Anthony and his team. Anthony and his team are what make the place special - they are also really good at organizing activities within Arusha and surroundings, for good prices . Highly highly reccomended to spend your days in Arusha there, you won’t regret it

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9.3
Superb
334 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge. The tour desk is available to assist guests in planning their days out.

Nam is amazing! the place really feels like home, it’s beautiful and clean there. the rooms are really beautiful and the bed is very comfy. breakfast super good, you want to wake up not to miss it 😅 thanks !

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9.2
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and slippers, rooms at the hostel also feature a city view. At Wanyama B&B the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Everyone was so welcoming and nice! The trims were super clean and the food was fresh and amazing. Excellent!

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9
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Boasting a garden, a terrace as well as a bar, Swahili Villa is situated in Arusha, 3.8 km from Njiro Complex. The property is located 4.1 km from Old German Boma, 4.5 km from Uhuru monument and 29 km from Meserani Snake Park. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, the rooms have a wardrobe. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and slippers. At Swahili Villa, the rooms include a seating area.

Stayed at this hotel after a safari and too bad it was only for one night before my flight. This hostel is beautiful with great customer service and amenities. My room was spacious, clean and very comfortable with some extra little touches of Swahili style, I mean African style. The local food served at the restaurants was well prepared and a great selection. They offer airport pickup and drop off with reasonable price and the staff are excellent

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10
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Situated in Arusha, 2 km from Uhuru monument, Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The property is located 2.9 km from Old German Boma, 7.2 km from Njiro Complex and 24 km from Meserani Snake Park. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Very friendly and helpful staff.

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9.2
Superb
97 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

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. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.9 km from Old German Boma.

well located. super clean, hot shower, brand new (explains the not so much review). Hosts are super friendly!

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9.5
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. At The House of Black and White every room has bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

The whole Hostel was incredible clean and the two were very kindly and helpful. We had some nice conversations while dinner

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Situated in Arusha, 8.6 km from Uhuru monument, Home Villa Arusha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. Located around 8.6 km from Njiro Complex, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.2 km away from Old German Boma. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

We received a very warm welcome. The landlord is more than friendly and helped us with every need. His Home Villa has a nice campfire in the evening, perfect for relaxing after a day of safari. The rooms were clean, everything worked as it should be. I highly recommend this Home Villa as you will certainly feel at Home.

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9.1
Superb
56 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is set 10 km from Uhuru monument, 12 km from Njiro Complex and 35 km from Meserani Snake Park. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

I found the hostel via the price / map function since it was never actively using booking to get customers. This is really sad, because the house is worth to be found and I hope I can help others to find it. Relevant for me is the location (bus is close, in the green, no noise, here I have an amazing mountain-view), a breakfast that I can discuss how I want to have it and when I have a problem than I know they will help me. Since the building is as good as new (build not yet two years ago) and the wonderful woodwork is above from what I usually get in a hostel, the location is special and the people are friendly and help me with there connections whatever I desire I can live with a perfect rating what I normally never give .....

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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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.
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  • Savannah House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 334 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Savannah House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Really nice family owned home, super lovely people!

  • Mambo Arusha Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 264 reviews

    Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge.

    The host. The breakfast. The location. Definitely coming back.

  • Wanyama B&B
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 7 km from Uhuru monument, Wanyama B&B offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Everything was clean and the service was excellent.

  • Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 reviews

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

    Great staff, very nice to stay there. Will come back.

  • The House of Black and White
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Arusha, The House of Black and White features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Home Villa Arusha
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 56 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 8.6 km from Uhuru monument, Home Villa Arusha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

    Very clean and modern accomodation, with a very kind owner.

  • Arusha Safari Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 192 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.

    Friendly sociable lodge with good value dinner offer

  • Kizumba House
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 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.

    Great host, great breakfast, great safari. Very accommodating.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Arusha

  • Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

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

  • moivaro eco hostel
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Moivaro eco hostel is set in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, and has a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Enjivai Hostel
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Osotwa Maasai Hostel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews

    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.

    Exceptionnally clean place Very friendly staff Very good breakfast

  • Serengeti Villa
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 615 reviews

    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.

    Super clean, very nice staff, breakfast is amazing!

  • Wonders Hostel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, within 2.1 km of Uhuru monument and 3.3 km of Old German Boma, Wonders Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    The host Judith was very helpful and professional.

  • Meru Hostel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 4.8 km from Old German Boma, Meru Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Staff accogliente e gentile Tranquillità Servizio taxi

  • Villa Poa
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 102 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.

    Big and clean room, hot water, friendly staff, beautiful outside

  • Lost in Africa Arusha
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 89 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Lost in Africa Arusha offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    friendly staff good breakfast nice garden and bar area

  • Maasai Hostel Tanzania
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews

    Offering a barbecue, children's playground and sun terrace, Maasai Hostel Tanzania is situated in Arusha, 3.5 km from AIM Mall. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    l’accueil au top. les petits déjeuners et repas excellents

  • Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Arusha and with Old German Boma reachable within 11 km, Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Arusha Jua home
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 63 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Jua home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    cute little place to relax and to enjoy the nature nearby!

  • Green Garden Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 124 reviews

    Green Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. The property is situated 4.1 km from Njiro Complex, 26 km from Meserani Snake Park and 34 km from Ngurdoto Crater.

    Everything is perfect and Simba is a great host :)

  • Villa Viva Tanzania
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 74 km from Olpopongi - Masai Cultural Village & Museum, Villa Viva Tanzania features barbecue facilities, a garden and a terrace, as well as free WiFi.

    The pool, the bar, the comfty bed and clean spaces

  • Runako Lodge
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 23 reviews

    Situated 4 km from Arusha City Centre , Runako Lodge features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property.

    pleasant property with nice lawn for an afternoon drink

  • Wakawaka Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 56 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 1.6 km from Old German Boma, Wakawaka Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Location, Hilfe durch David und alle Kollegen bei jeder Grage

  • Kili House Hostel
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Kili House Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

  • Swahili House & Art
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 51 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Swahili House & Art provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The staff was really nice and we got a good breakfast.

  • Shade Banana hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 8.9 km from Old German Boma, Shade Banana hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

    My host Bryson was amazing going above and beyond to ensure my stay felt literally like I was home!

  • Bustown BnB
    Central location
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 1.1 km from Old German Boma, Bustown BnB offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Okaseni Lodge
    Central location
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 1 review

    Set in Arusha, 6.1 km from Uhuru monument, Okaseni Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar.

  • Mtei Safaris Hostel

    Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Mtei Safaris Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Cactus House Experience

    Located in Arusha, 7.7 km from Old German Boma, Cactus House Experience provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • BABA AFRICA HOSTEL
    Central location

    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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Hostels that guests love in Arusha

  • Avg. price/night: £15.93
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,291 reviews
    This property is fantastic for backpackers, budget travellers, woofers and those looking for an environmental stay. The banana and coffee plantation surround the rooms giving wonderful views. Rooms are basic and clean, with eco-generated hot water and electricity. The tour around the property was reasonably interesting. For the price you pay, you can't go wrong.
    Neil & Sharon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.93
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,291 reviews
    The team is very friendly and the farm is beautiful. We had a good time. Every day the team cooked nice food. The farm tour was a lot of fun. One evening we enjoyed the outdoor cinema. I felt welcome and could learn about farming. In the evening I enjoyed sitting at the fire. I felt welcome and safe.
    Lisa Marie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.51
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 124 reviews
    The actual hostel is nice enough, you get what you pay for. The chef is an absolute legend, we loved him and he made our stay so much better with his happy attitude
    Amy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £17.92
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 224 reviews
    It’s a cheap hotel the value for money ok, quite loud we couldn’t sleep much
    Gloria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.59
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 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
    Olafs
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £11.35
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews
    The hostel is nice and simple, the staff is kind and available and the price is perfect. Breakfast is served every morning and it's good, and you can order lunch or dinner which are amazing. It is highly recommended for backpackers who are looking for a warm and simple environment. Also, it is outside of the city centre but very easy to reach with the tuk tuk so location is good.
    darior2605
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £21.51
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 124 reviews
    Arusha has many youth hostels, but a lot of them are in inconvenient and difficult-to-find locations. It's not entirely safe to walk around Arusha after dark, so that can be a problem. Green Garden is in a fantastically central location, but still on a quiet, green side street where you don't hear the city's loud traffic at all. And the grounds of the hostel are really beautiful.
    LorenG
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.77
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 94 reviews
    First point backpacker hostels it's nice place, hot shower, commune kitchen where you Can cook, nice dormitory with little breakfast include. Johnson is nice Host. Hé is making New floor, New bbq point in Nice and relaxing futur green garden and a nice terrace on the top where you will be able to lay down and take béer in front of sunset
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    pauline
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £8.76
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 343 reviews
    Good location, you can easily move around from there, and the hostel has good views to Meru mountain. The staff was friendly, flexible and useful, providing information and solutions. it is budget friendly, clean, and includes breakfast! we felt very comfortable and it was our last night of the trip. We are very thankful to staff specially, for being so nice with us!
    Iria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.95
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 56 reviews
    My stay at SemaTena was simply perfect. The rooms are beautiful, clean and comfortable, the garden is spacious and lovely maintained, Hillary is an excellent host and his staff is very nice and super helpful. They can organize every possible tour or transport but also leave you in peace if you just need to relax. And if you need to go to town just hope on a Dalla Dalla, a Boda Boda or a Bajaj (Tuc Tuc) but taxi is easiest and safe and you're there in no time. I can absolutely recommend the SemaTena Arusha Hostel
    A
    Adelina
    Solo traveller

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