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Starehe Villa

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, fireplace
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Explore the area

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Tanesco road 8, Arusha, Arusha Region, 23019
  • Place, Njiro Complex
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, East & Southern African Management Institute
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Exclusive Villa

  • City view
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 Queen Beds, 6 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, fireplace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Arusha

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Arusha awaits you at Starehe Villa. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Njiro Complex and East & Southern African Management Institute. Highlights at this hostel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a driving range and a playground. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and coworking space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Arusha hostel include Arusha Clock Tower and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts.
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What's nearby

  • Njiro Complex - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • East & Southern African Management Institute - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Cultural Heritage Centre - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate - 40 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pillars - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George's Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kilimanjaro Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hot Plate - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Starehe Villa

Starehe Villa offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Starehe Villa. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Starehe Villa was completed in January 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Arusha hostel.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Starehe Villa offers 6 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and kitchen islands. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, first-run films and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 3; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas
  • Vineyard

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • First-run films
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 50 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 3

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 credit card, debit card or 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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Mahali Muzuri Home
Starehe Villa Arusha
Mahali Muzuri Arusha
Starehe Villa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Starehe Villa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Starehe Villa?

Yep, Starehe Villa has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Starehe Villa?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starehe Villa on 14 Mar 2026 start from AU$88, 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 there a spa on site at Starehe Villa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Starehe Villa.

What makes Starehe Villa a romantic place to stay?

A vineyard and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Starehe Villa.

Is Starehe Villa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as children's books and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Starehe Villa is a hit with families.

Does Starehe Villa serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Starehe Villa?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Starehe Villa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Starehe Villa?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Starehe Villa?

There is a golf course next to Starehe Villa.

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