Arumeru River Lodge

Arumeru River Lodge

The lodge is located exactly half way between Kilimanjaro airport and Arusha town, roughly one kilometer from the main road, in a unique protected area.
It is established on a property of seven hectares and fenced on its outer perimeters.
In the gorgeous gardens, you can observe dik-diks, monkeys and a large amount of bird species. The lodge benefits of the view on the Kilimanjaro and the Mount Meru.

Accommodation

On a former coffee plantation surrounded by lush, magnificent gardens, Arumeru features an inviting lounge and large terrace with a wonderful view of Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.
The 31 chalets, junior suites and family rooms are located in individual bungalows spread across the large tropical estate. The beautifully landscaped swimming pool is also located here.

In the main area there is the lobby (free Wifi) with fireplace, bar, garden terrace and a large restaurant with outdoor seating on the terrace.

Swimming Pool & Gardens

The lush and extensive gardens impress with a species-rich tree population.

A swimming pool with sun beds, sun terrace and bathhouse (toilets, changing rooms, showers) offers refreshment after eventful excursions.
Soothing massages are offered in the small massage room.

Room facilities

  • Twin beds
  • En-suite
  • Balcony/patio
  • Single beds

Hotel Amenities:

  • Internet Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Family Friendly
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Parking on Premises
  • Romantic
  • Garden Spa
  • Outside National Park

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Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge

About this Property

Set in lush gardens amid forest and crystal-clear waters on the slopes of Mount Meru, Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and simmer in the immense beauty of East Africa. The Lodge has been adapted from an early colonial farmhouse built in the early 20th century and it is one of the oldest family lodges in Arusha.

 It offers 10 Garden Rooms, 2 Main House Suites and a Farm Cottage with 3 bedrooms. Ngare Sero has been providing personal service for its residents since 1974. Here you can spend the days amid nature, watching the changing colors of the Kilimanjaro glaciers while sipping drinks on the verandah or hiking in the forest inhabited by colobus and Sykes monkeys as well as hundreds of small animal and bird species.

The Lodge is located only 30 minutes (20 km) away from Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha town centre and it is a perfect base while on safari in northern Tanzania.

Accommodation

Ngaresero Mountain Lodge offers the following rooms:

Garden Rooms: 

Our 10 Garden Rooms are nested in the tranquil gardens with the beautiful views of bougainvillea and jacaranda from private verandas. Eight of the rooms offer king-size Zanzibar beds and the other two rooms are furnished with twin beds. Interiors are individually decorated with ethnic fabrics and handmade furniture like study tables and the ottoman sofas that on request can be used as a third single bed. Each room has an en-suite toilet, a bath tub and a dressing room.

Room facilities

  • Twin beds
  • King beds
  • En-suite
  • Balcony/patio
  • No Smoking in Rooms

Main House Suite:

 The Main House Suite features a bedroom and a sitting room that has a comfortable farmhouse feel with Afgan rugs and wooden floorboards creaking under foot, decorated with the family collection of paintings and handmade furniture. This suite has a private balcony with a spectacular view of Mount Kilimanjaro as well as the mirror-surfaced lake and a forest.

Room facilities

  • King beds
  • En-suite
  • Balcony/patio
  • No Smoking in Rooms

Pool Cottage Suites

These two adjoined suites are located in the Pool Cottage, overlooking the pool and the forest. The cottage with patio and private garden is surrounded by a bougainvillea fence and tall trees. The Round Room with six meters ceiling and earthy red walls, has an open bath. The Oval Room has two bathrooms, and is wheel-chair friendly.

Room facilities

  • Twin beds
  • En-suite
  • Balcony/patio
  • Single beds

Hotel Amenities:

  • Internet Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Family Friendly
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Parking on Premises
  • Romantic
  • Garden Spa
  • Jua Kali Boutique
  • Outside National Park

Hatari Lodge

Hatari Lodge

About this Property

Nested within the protected woodlands of Mt. Meru near the Momella meadow, Hatari is one of the very few properties located inside the Arusha National Park.

With a fun historical significance, this legendary bush lodge was the setting for the famed 1963 film Hatari starring John Wayne, Elsa Martinelli and Hardy Krüger.

Now in care of the Gabriel family, the legacy of Hatari grows fuller with new memories, stronger community and natural harmony.

Accommodation

Hatari Lodge offers the following rooms:

Individual boutique interior decorated in warm African colours – a lodge made in Tanzania! en-suite tents in Hemingway style with a creative Maasai accent.

Into rooms with personalities: some exotic and wild with color, others refined and filled with light.

Room Facilities

  • Twin beds
  • King beds
  • En-suite
  • Balcony
  • Fire Place
  • No Smoking in Rooms

Lodge Amenities:

  • Internet Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Family Friendly
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Parking on Premises
  • Romantic
  • Inside National Park

African View Lodge

African View Lodge

About this Property

African View Lodge is just a stone’s throw from Arusha National Park. This charming little lodge has 23 en-suite rooms with breathtaking views of Mount Meru. The reception, dining room and bungalows have been designed using local materials including Meru-styled ceilings which are covered with banana leaves. Each room has been allocated a Tanzanian theme so, within one lodge, we offer a small tour around Tanzania with a brief insight into, for example, ‘Lake Tanganyika’, the ‘Maasai’ and ‘Kilwa Ruins’ as well as ‘Serengeti’ and ‘Kilimanjaro’.

Accommodation

African View Lodge offers the following rooms:

22 en-suite bungalow-style rooms with terrace and 1 permanent en-suite ‘tree house’ tent

Room facilities

  • Twin beds
  • King beds
  • No Smoking in Rooms

Hotel Amenities

  • tropical garden with swimming pool
  • restaurant with bar and beer garden
  • free ‘slow’ Wi-Fi
  • massage service
  • TV room with slide show facilities
  • luggage storage
  • laundry service
  • Outside National Park

Meru Mbega Lodge

Meru Mbega Lodge

About this Property

Located in Usa River and bordering Arusha National Park, Meru Mbega Lodge features free Wi-Fi, a garden and outdoor pool. Ngurdoto Crater National Park is 8 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site.

All units have a seating area. Some units include a terrace and/or balcony with mountain views. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower in every unit. Towels are offered.

Meru Mbega Lodge also includes a fitness centre and year-round outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.

Accommodation

Meru Mbega Lodge offers the following rooms:

Facilities

  • Outdoor Catering
  • Room Service
  • Smoking Area
  • Balcony Area
  • Bathroom
  • Wi-fi

Hotel Amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Restaurant with bar and beer garden
  • Free ‘slow’ Wi-Fi
  • TV room with slide show facilities
  • laundry service
  • Outdoor service
  • Outside National Park