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Swahili Villa

Arusha

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

M
Michael
From
Austria
Very nice design of the rooms. Amazing breakfast. Nice and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments

Arusha

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

D
Dafni
From
Greece
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Price from
US$58.50
1 night, 2 adults

Serengeti Villa

Arusha

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.

R
Rene Gonzalez Medina
From
Chile
Antony is incredible, the place is perfect for chilling out. Beds are comfortable and bathroom is great. Breakfast is so complete that you wouldn't need to have lunch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 989 reviews
Price from
US$37.49
1 night, 2 adults

Savannah House

Arusha

Savannah House features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Arusha. Providing a bar, the property is located within 5.6 km of Old German Boma.

M
Mwanne
From
Angola
From the warm welcome to the impeccably clean and comfortable rooms, this hotel truly impressed. The food was delicious, with a wide variety of options to please every palate. But what truly stood out was the outstanding customer service - friendly, attentive, and always ready to go the extra mile. Highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Price from
US$26.01
1 night, 2 adults

Mambo Arusha Hostel

Arusha

Located in Arusha, 6.6 km from Old German Boma, Mambo Arusha Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Leo
From
Israel
Cozy, clean, and very friendly environment! Simplistic, but thoroughly detailed design, spacious soft beds, lovely staff (host Nam and guard Josi). The ratio price/quality is the best, the hostel is located not far from the city center, 10 min ride on motorbike. Beautiful landscape, nice weather. Everything is just perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Arusha backpackers homes

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 2.8 km from Uhuru monument, Arusha backpackers homes features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

j
joe
From
Kenya
I enjoyed the stay, the satff were friendly and profesional. The facility gives a comfortable homely feel, also the location is convenient which makes it easy to move around. Would definately recoment 100%
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
1 night, 2 adults

Serengeti Home

Arusha

Serengeti Home has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. The property is set 6.7 km from Old German Boma, 7.2 km from Uhuru monument and 32 km from Meserani Snake Park.

L
Lazaro
From
Tanzania
The staff were amazing, very welcoming, and they did everything to make our stay great. I liked their swahili food it was very delicious. The environment is more decorated with African Colours. I highly recommend it for a night stay in Arusha.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$43.20
1 night, 2 adults

Osotwa Maasai Hostel

Arusha

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.

H
HaByeol
From
South Korea
Very clean. The host was super nice. Even though I had to leave very early in the morning I wS able to have breakfast Strongly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
US$19.44
1 night, 2 adults

Home Villa Eco Boutique

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, within 8.6 km of Uhuru monument and 8.6 km of Njiro Complex, Home Villa Eco Boutique features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

S
SOFIA
From
Colombia
The hotel and installation was fantastic, as well as the employees. I totally recommend the hotel if you want a quiet and pleasant experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$32.76
1 night, 2 adults

Enjivai Hostel

Arusha

Situated in Arusha, 8.2 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$44
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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.

Most booked hostels in Arusha and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Arusha

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 989 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Arusha and nearby

  • Kilimani gardens hostel

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Boasting a garden and a bar, Kilimani gardens hostel is set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Old German Boma and 3 km from Uhuru monument.

    From US$40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Arusha, within 2.8 km of Uhuru monument and 4 km of Old German Boma, Bush and Forest Safari Retreat offers accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$20 per night
  • Boasting free bikes, bar and views of mountain, Travel for Charity Tanzania- Eco Hostel & Volunteer Center is situated in Arusha, 2.4 km from Uhuru monument.

    From US$9 per night
  • othman homes

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Othman homes is located in Arusha, within 3.5 km of Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC and 38 km of Ngurdoto Crater.

    From US$30 per night
  • Stay Inn Back Packers

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Stay Inn Back Packers is located in Arusha, 6.2 km from Old German Boma and 11 km from Njiro Complex.

    From US$14.10 per night
  • Karibu Nyumbani Hostel

    Sokon
    No credit card needed

    Set in Sokon, Karibu Nyumbani Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$75.93 per night
  • Kwetu Hostel

    Arusha
    No credit card needed

    Kwetu Hostel is set in Arusha, within 7.4 km of Arusha International Conference Centre - AICC and 35 km of Ngurdoto Crater.

    From US$48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Jua Eco Home- on coffee farm features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$27 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Arusha and nearby

  • Kizumba House

    Arusha
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 298 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.

    From US$17 per night
  • Situated in Arusha, 1.2 km from Old German Boma, Ibrahim Garden Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    From US$36.72 per night
  • Runako Hostel

    Arusha
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 2.4 km from Uhuru monument, Runako Hostel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$63.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 3.4 km from Uhuru monument, Villa Viva Tanzania features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$40 per night
  • Situated in Arusha, Giving Hands Homestay has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$18.90 per night
  • Villa Poa

    Arusha
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 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.

    From US$81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, White House of Tanzania offers accommodations in Arusha.

    From US$44.65 per night
  • Situated in Arusha, Sero Safaris Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$26 per night

Save money on hostels in Arusha and nearby – budget options available

  • Nejobugg Hostel

    Nkoanrua
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Nejobugg Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Nkoanrua. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.

    From US$55.25 per night
  • victorious chillzone hostel

    Nkoanrua
    Budget options available

    Set in Nkoanrua, 10 km from Old German Boma, victorious chillzone hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$35 per night
  • BABA AFRICA HOSTEL

    Arusha
    Budget options available

    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

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  • Avg. price/night: US$15.30
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
    The staff is realy kind and helpfull. The rooms are fine. You pay a good (cheap) price to stay here and a nice breakfast is included. Dinner is possible, they serve delicious food. We had a lovely stay. I would definetly recommend this hostel, especially for students.
    Guest review by
    Janine
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 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
    Guest review by
    Olafs
    Solo traveller