Featuring an outdoor pool and restaurant, Planet Lodge is located in Arusha. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. The African-style chalets come with a private bathroom, air conditioning and mosquito net. Extras include a telephone, towels and linen. The Planet Lodge restaurant serves international and local cuisine. The bar offers a selection of drinks. Guests can relax by the poolside and in the lush garden whilst enjoying views of Mount Meru. The lodge is 1 hours’ drive from the Arusha National Park and within 48 km from the Kilimanjaro Airport. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Arusha
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  • Volker
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Pleasant setting in a wide garden (we received a bungalow upon request, that was further away from the a bit noisy street that is seperated through a higher wall from the setting). Pool pleasant and garden nice for setting. Bungalow large. Good...
  • Sten
    Norway Norway
    Excellent service and very services minded employees Wonderful restaurant
  • Rhys
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Planet Lodge is super convenient, being on the outskirts of Arusha centre, on the Kilimanjaro side. It takes about an hour to get there from the airport. The staff were extremely welcoming and very happy to help. I stayed the day before embarking...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Indian • Pizza • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Arusha Planet Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Bath
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

Arusha Planet Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
US$30 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Arusha Planet Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Arusha Planet Lodge

  • Arusha Planet Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Arusha Planet Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Canoeing
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Spa facilities
    • Bike tours
    • Game drives
    • Live music/performance
    • Bicycle rental
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming Pool
    • Horse riding
    • Foot bath
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Walking tours

  • The prices at Arusha Planet Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Arusha Planet Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Arusha Planet Lodge include:

    • Chalet
    • Villa

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Arusha Planet Lodge is 3.7 miles from the centre of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.