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White House Hostels - Arusha

1.0 star property

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Exterior
Front of property
Living area
Luxury Double Room
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June

Explore the area

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Nane Nane Area, Njiro, Arusha, 7370
  • Place, Njiro Complex
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, East & Southern African Management Institute
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Shared Dormitory

Classic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Arusha

At White House Hostels - Arusha you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Njiro Complex and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from East & Southern African Management Institute. Highlights at this hostel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a poolside bar. .The buffet restaurant, White House Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool along with access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Arusha hostel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Arusha Clock Tower.
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What's nearby

  • Njiro Complex - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • East & Southern African Management Institute - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pillars - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jade Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cossis - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fifi's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬6 min drive

About this property

White House Hostels - Arusha

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at White House Hostels - Arusha. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Arusha hostel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
White House Hostels - Arusha offers 25 accommodations with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 1 per night)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured parking on site (USD 1 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • White House Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

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.
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at White House Hostels - Arusha

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 1 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 1 per night (3281 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

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 accepts credit cards and cash
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, 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in February.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

White House Tanzania Hotel Arusha
White House Tanzania Hotel
White House of Tanzania - Hostel Arusha
White House of Tanzania - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White House Hostels - Arusha?

White House Hostels - Arusha offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at White House Hostels - Arusha?

As of 12 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White House Hostels - Arusha on 19 June 2026 start from AU$85, 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 White House Hostels - Arusha?

Yep, White House Hostels - Arusha has a secured self car park for USD 1 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does White House Hostels - Arusha have a pool?

White House Hostels - Arusha has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to February.

Does White House Hostels - Arusha serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White House Hostels - Arusha?

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 White House Hostels - Arusha?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at White House Hostels - Arusha?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at White House Hostels - Arusha?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

White House Hostels - Arusha Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay. Highly recommend

People were fabulous. It was do unique and comfortable. Fire put, swings at outdoor bar, big comfy couches. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't say enough great things about the white house. Staff amazing, friendly and very accommodating. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

設施普普, 適合背包客

可以提供三餐的青年旅館, 但是無法外帶餐盒, 也必須在特定時間才能用餐, 我們必須一早出發, 無法吃到早餐......
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem of a place off the beaten track.

From te moment you come in your greated as a family member. The hostel is run by a kind family who include all meals made from scratch!! I've never stayed anywhere, where staff cooked you delicious homemade tanzania food.