Arusha Giraffe Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse with free breakfast and free local area shuttle

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Lobby
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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Plot No. 64, Olosiva Area, Nairobi Road, Arusha
  • Popular LocationArusha Clock Tower4 min drive
  • Popular LocationArusha International Conference Centre4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaasai Market and Curios Crafts4 min drive
  • AirportKilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)74 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Arusha

At Arusha Giraffe Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Arusha Declaration Monument and Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. Highlights at this guest house include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Arusha guest house, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Arusha International Conference Centre and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Natural History Museum.

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 14 min walk
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 4 min drive
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 4 min drive
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 4 min drive
  • Cultural Heritage Centre - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Khan's Barbeque - 3 min drive
  • Pizza Stop - 4 min drive
  • Kitamu Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Arusha City Park - 4 min drive
  • Africafe - 4 min drive

About this property

Arusha Giraffe Lodge

Comfortable guesthouse with free breakfast and free local area shuttle
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Arusha Giraffe Lodge. A free area shuttle within 10.00 km is available. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Arusha guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arusha Giraffe Lodge offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Arusha guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 10 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Fixed shower seat
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (46 centimetre high)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arusha Giraffe Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Arusha Giraffe
Arusha Giraffe Lodge Arusha
Arusha Giraffe Lodge Guesthouse
Arusha Giraffe Lodge Guesthouse Arusha

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

Arusha Giraffe Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arusha Giraffe Lodge on 14 May 2024 start from AU$54.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

Yep, Arusha Giraffe Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Arusha Giraffe Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

Check-in begins at 10:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arusha Giraffe Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Arusha Giraffe Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Frieda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sraff and owner are amazing, bed sheets were super clean, breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Frieda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and tjw owner ofbthe property are super nice breakfast excelent environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
one night stay
One night just before our safari was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in Sakina, Arusha.
We arrived from Kenya by road and were so wonderfully received with refreshing hot towels and juice. The rooms are very clean and there is hot water and wifi. The staff are wonderful and Yassin is also a great cook. The hotel is tucked away on a side street and it is lined with flower trees, banana trees, etc. We enjoyed our stay so much we stayed again on our way back from safari. Comfortable, and well worth the reasonable price. It is a little outside of the city center but for that it is peaceful.
Reception
View from the hippo pool bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was great to stay especially of the staff. Yasin and Happy are the assist to the property. Although the hotel is bit far from the town but free shuttle covers that part. Good budget place to stay. If you are coming from Kenya by road, just give a call to property to pick you up before you entry to the town....
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Victor M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money in Arusha
Our family spent a night before and after the Safari in this lodge. It was ok for the price. We were able to sleep well. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very pleasant two-night stay around my safari
I stayed at the Arusha Giraffe lodge before and after a Northern Tanzania safari that I had booked. Upon arriving, the staff greeted me warmly with a warm, moist towel (I realized it was to allow me to wipe the dust off of my hands and face--not necessary from the ride to the airport but warmly welcomed following the safari!) and a glass of refreshing pineapple juice. The room exceeded expectations given the price I paid, complete with an ensuite bathroom, television, mini fridge, large comfortable leather chair, and large bed with mosquito netting. Air conditioning was provided as well. Showers were hot, though you did need to call the front desk for them to turn on the water pump--hardly a hassle though. The WiFi was also very accessible. I availed myself of the wet bar which was well stocked with local Tanzanian beers at a very reasonable price compared to the beers that I was charged on safari. The restaurant offered both a la carte and prix fixe three-course menu options. I went with the prix fixe menu both nights and was delighted with a delicious meal both times for only 20,000 TSH (~$9 USD). Breakfast both nights was standard and consisted of fresh fruit, delicious pancakes, toast, and sausages. My only criticisms were that the local area didn't appear that walkable and there was a considerable amount of noise from the local church and school.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Venice, Out of the town but quite place

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs is super nice and they are friendly to fulfill all your request.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is extremely friendly and go above and beyond to make sure you feel safe and welcome. The food was delicious and the cook even took us around Arusha to the local markets. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hyper friendly hotel/lodge in Arusha
I had the pleasure of staying at the Arusha Giraffe Lodge two nights this past month. Overall, it was a great experience, and the proprietor was over-the-top helpful and friendly. They were incredibly helpful with transfers to/from the airport, and the staff was very attentive to my needs - food on-site was of high quality, and the operator was more than happy to provide transport in the local area. While not incredibly fancy, the rooms are basic and functional - the beds were some of the more comfortable ones I slept on over a three-week trip to Tanzania.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018