Providing garden views, Utamaduni House B&B in Arusha provides accommodation, a garden, a bar, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. It is located 1.7 km from Njiro Complex and offers full-day security. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels. Old German Boma is 6.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while Uhuru monument is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha, 13 km from Utamaduni House B&B, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Arusha
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  • Nicole
    Canada Canada
    The hosts went out of their way to help us with any issue we had. The room was beautiful and comfortable. They have a nice garden where you can relax. Also, we had dinner there one night, and the food was incredible! I would 1000% recommend...
  • Marius
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice quiet place Beatifull relaxed garden Great breakfast with a lot of choise Very friendly owner and personel
  • Jana
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We ha a great stay at Utamaduni house. The house is lovely decorated and makes you feel at home. The bar in the garden is beautiful too. We had several times homemade dinner, what was ever time very delicious. The location is a bit outside the...

Managed by Utamaduni House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 140 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are Christopher and Simone and we also live on the property. We will be at your service most of the day to help out with anything you might need during your time here. We only wish for you to have the best african experience 🙂

Property information

OBS: Note that our **NEW LOCATION IS NJIRO BLOCK C, PLOT 22, ARUSHA** (Not Sakina, Kibanda Maziwa) Utamaduni House is a beautiful authentic african home where details are cared for. We offer comfortable accommodation for every traveler, whether you're traveling alone, as a couple or with a small group, and is also perfect for both short and long stays. At Utamaduni house you will start your day by enjoying a delicious and huge breakfast. After your day of exploring the city this will be the perfect place to lean back and relax, which you can do so in our cosy living room or lovely green garden. We welcome you to "a place that feels like home" 🤗

Neighbourhood information

Our bed and breakfast is located just 10 minutes outside of Arusha Town center (clock tower), so taking public transport, pikipiki (motorbike taxi) or a taxi into town is really easy. Ask us to arrange it for you or to help you with directions. Around the area you will find small shops, fruit/ vegetable stands and close to the house is Njiro complex which offers a variety of restaurants and shops. Just outside complex you'll find taxis, motorbike taxis and public buses which takes you straight into town. All within 15 min walking distance. The general area around the house is very beautiful and green and is nice for walking.

Languages spoken

Danish,English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of Utamaduni House B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Mosquito net
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • Danish
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Utamaduni House B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 22:00

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

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:00

     

    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 older than 3 years are welcome.

    Children 13 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 3 and older are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa Cash Utamaduni House B&B accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    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 Utamaduni House B&B 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.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    FAQs about Utamaduni House B&B

    • Check-in at Utamaduni House B&B is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

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

    • Utamaduni House B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Canoeing
      • Movie nights
      • Walking tours

    • Utamaduni House B&B is 3.1 miles from the centre of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Utamaduni House B&B include:

      • Double
      • Twin