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The 10 Best Hostels in Arusha, Tanzania

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Located in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Banana Farm Eco Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Providing a bar, the property is located within 11 km of Uhuru monument. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Very nice staff, offers activities, perfect place to calm down, you can eat lots of bananas and feed animals, nice and very clean rooms - we enjoyed it so much

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9.2
Superb
1,289 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. At Serengeti Villa all rooms include bed linen and towels.

Uhuru monument is 3.2 km from Serengeti Villa, while Njiro Complex is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 9 km from the hostel.

Very cozy hotel. I really liked the garden. The staff was very welcoming and friendly.

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9.4
Superb
614 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

At the hostel, all rooms come with a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. At Savannah House each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Njiro Complex is 5.8 km from Savannah House, while Uhuru monument is 6.1 km away. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 12 km from the hostel.

amazing staff. Breakfast is substantial and satisfying.

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9.3
Superb
334 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge. The tour desk is available to assist guests in planning their days out.

Great value for money. Both the dinner and breakfast was very filling. Specially loved the breakfast and the variety of local jams. The bed was comfortable and there was hot water available for a shower.

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9.2
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and slippers, rooms at the hostel also feature a city view. At Wanyama B&B the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Clean private room with a desk and hot shower. Comfortable outdoor space and shared common area for food/drinks.

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9
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Situated in Arusha, 2 km from Uhuru monument, Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The property is located 2.9 km from Old German Boma, 7.2 km from Njiro Complex and 24 km from Meserani Snake Park. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

We were so impressed by this place! We had our own apartment with a sitting room and everything. We only stayed 1 night so can’t vouch for the functionality of the kitchen, but the space was great and we especially loved the welcome coffee and cookies :) and the roof access with views of the mountains! And the woman working there was just lovely.

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9.2
Superb
97 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

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. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.9 km from Old German Boma.

the beds are heavenly comfortable, the whole hostel feels very homey and welcoming and is very clean. The staff is the absolute best: they invited me to go have dinner with them (which was perfect as I travelled alone) and helped me out a lot with some issues I had with my transfer to nairobi.

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9.5
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. At The House of Black and White every room has bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling.

Enjoyed my stay at this hostel. Joshua and the whole staff are great and very helpful, the hostel is spacious and clean. There is a nice outdoor area and even a fire pit. I had a good time playing with the dogs as well. It's located a few minutes drive from the town center. Will stay here again when I get back to Arusha!

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Situated in Arusha, 8.6 km from Uhuru monument, Home Villa Arusha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. Located around 8.6 km from Njiro Complex, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.2 km away from Old German Boma. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Hillary, Neema and Osman are perfect hosts.

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9.1
Superb
56 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is set 10 km from Uhuru monument, 12 km from Njiro Complex and 35 km from Meserani Snake Park. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

I found the hostel via the price / map function since it was never actively using booking to get customers. This is really sad, because the house is worth to be found and I hope I can help others to find it. Relevant for me is the location (bus is close, in the green, no noise, here I have an amazing mountain-view), a breakfast that I can discuss how I want to have it and when I have a problem than I know they will help me. Since the building is as good as new (build not yet two years ago) and the wonderful woodwork is above from what I usually get in a hostel, the location is special and the people are friendly and help me with there connections whatever I desire I can live with a perfect rating what I normally never give .....

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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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.
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  • Banana Farm Eco Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,290 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Banana Farm Eco Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Everything was perfect, accomodation dinner, the staff was very friendly

  • Serengeti Villa
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 614 reviews

    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.

    Super clean, very nice staff, breakfast is amazing!

  • Savannah House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 334 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Savannah House provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Really nice family owned home, super lovely people!

  • Mambo Arusha Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 264 reviews

    Boasting a garden and free WiFi, Mambo Arusha Hostel is situated in Arusha. A 5-minute drive away from town, the hostel provides a terrace and a shared lounge.

    The host. The breakfast. The location. Definitely coming back.

  • Wanyama B&B
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 7 km from Uhuru monument, Wanyama B&B offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Everything was clean and the service was excellent.

  • Mufasa city Hostel and Apartments
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 reviews

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

    Great staff, very nice to stay there. Will come back.

  • The House of Black and White
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Arusha, The House of Black and White features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Home Villa Arusha
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 56 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 8.6 km from Uhuru monument, Home Villa Arusha features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

    Very clean and modern accomodation, with a very kind owner.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Arusha

  • moivaro eco hostel
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Moivaro eco hostel is set in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, and has a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Enjivai Hostel
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Enjivai Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Osotwa Maasai Hostel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews

    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.

    Exceptionnally clean place Very friendly staff Very good breakfast

  • Wonders Hostel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, within 2.1 km of Uhuru monument and 3.3 km of Old German Boma, Wonders Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    The host Judith was very helpful and professional.

  • Kizumba House
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 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.

    Great host, great breakfast, great safari. Very accommodating.

  • Villa Poa
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 102 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.

    Big and clean room, hot water, friendly staff, beautiful outside

  • Lost in Africa Arusha
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 89 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 5.6 km from Old German Boma, Lost in Africa Arusha offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    friendly staff good breakfast nice garden and bar area

  • Maasai Hostel Tanzania
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews

    Offering a barbecue, children's playground and sun terrace, Maasai Hostel Tanzania is situated in Arusha, 3.5 km from AIM Mall. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    l’accueil au top. les petits déjeuners et repas excellents

  • Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Arusha and with Old German Boma reachable within 11 km, Karibu Eco-Hostel Arusha provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Arusha Jua home
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 63 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Arusha Jua home features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    cute little place to relax and to enjoy the nature nearby!

  • Arusha Safari Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 192 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Arusha Safari Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge.

    Friendly sociable lodge with good value dinner offer

  • Green Garden Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 123 reviews

    Green Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arusha. The property is situated 4.1 km from Njiro Complex, 26 km from Meserani Snake Park and 34 km from Ngurdoto Crater.

    Everything is perfect and Simba is a great host :)

  • Villa Viva Tanzania
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 74 km from Olpopongi - Masai Cultural Village & Museum, Villa Viva Tanzania features barbecue facilities, a garden and a terrace, as well as free WiFi.

    The pool, the bar, the comfty bed and clean spaces

  • Runako Lodge
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 23 reviews

    Situated 4 km from Arusha City Centre , Runako Lodge features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property.

    pleasant property with nice lawn for an afternoon drink

  • Wakawaka Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 56 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 1.6 km from Old German Boma, Wakawaka Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Location, Hilfe durch David und alle Kollegen bei jeder Grage

  • Kili House Hostel
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Arusha, 10 km from Old German Boma, Kili House Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

  • Swahili House & Art
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 51 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 5.1 km from Uhuru monument, Swahili House & Art provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The staff was really nice and we got a good breakfast.

  • Shade Banana hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Arusha, 8.9 km from Old German Boma, Shade Banana hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar.

    My host Bryson was amazing going above and beyond to ensure my stay felt literally like I was home!

  • Bustown BnB
    Central location
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Arusha, 1.1 km from Old German Boma, Bustown BnB offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Okaseni Lodge
    Central location
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 1 review

    Set in Arusha, 6.1 km from Uhuru monument, Okaseni Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar.

  • Mtei Safaris Hostel

    Located in Arusha, 3.7 km from Uhuru monument, Mtei Safaris Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Cactus House Experience

    Located in Arusha, 7.7 km from Old German Boma, Cactus House Experience provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • BABA AFRICA HOSTEL
    Central location

    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

  • Avg. price/night: £15.94
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,290 reviews
    This property is fantastic for backpackers, budget travellers, woofers and those looking for an environmental stay. The banana and coffee plantation surround the rooms giving wonderful views. Rooms are basic and clean, with eco-generated hot water and electricity. The tour around the property was reasonably interesting. For the price you pay, you can't go wrong.
    Neil & Sharon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £20.08
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews
    We had a fantastic stay at this hostel. Everyone was really friendly and the atmosphere was great. The rooms are comfortable and we felt so safe here. The staff and the owner are lovely people and helped us so much. Outside is a beautiful chill area for just enjoying the evening.We can definitely recommend.
    Noel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £12.19
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 192 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.
    J
    Janine
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £20.08
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews
    This is the place to be if you want to feel safe and welcomed! The staff really takes care of you and makes your experience so good. In addition, the rooms are clean and the whole hostel has a good vibe. I hope you’re lucky enough to meet the owner, he organized us a 6 days journey to Serengeti, the front desk guy, he’s great
    Victoria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £20.08
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews
    I stayed at the white house a few weeks and I loved every bit of it! The hostel is big and beautiful, there are little houses outside and the rooms inside are all also nice, with their own bathrooms. The owners are great fun, he help us to organize a 4 Days safari and all the staff were really helpful, becoming like a second family to me. Highly recommend, especially for Tanzania its cheap and great quality
    Pani
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.94
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,290 reviews
    It was already my fourth time there, I love coming back to this place because of its beautiful location and the great vibe. I previously had a great time meeting new people here, sadly this time there were mostly couples minding their own business. The hostel is gradually expanding, the newer cabins have a great view over the trees with potential monkey viewing.
    Wim
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.60
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 97 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
    Olafs
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £11.36
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews
    The hostel is nice and simple, the staff is kind and available and the price is perfect. Breakfast is served every morning and it's good, and you can order lunch or dinner which are amazing. It is highly recommended for backpackers who are looking for a warm and simple environment. Also, it is outside of the city centre but very easy to reach with the tuk tuk so location is good.
    darior2605
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £21.52
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 123 reviews
    Arusha has many youth hostels, but a lot of them are in inconvenient and difficult-to-find locations. It's not entirely safe to walk around Arusha after dark, so that can be a problem. Green Garden is in a fantastically central location, but still on a quiet, green side street where you don't hear the city's loud traffic at all. And the grounds of the hostel are really beautiful.
    LorenG
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.78
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 94 reviews
    First point backpacker hostels it's nice place, hot shower, commune kitchen where you Can cook, nice dormitory with little breakfast include. Johnson is nice Host. Hé is making New floor, New bbq point in Nice and relaxing futur green garden and a nice terrace on the top where you will be able to lay down and take béer in front of sunset
    p
    pauline
    Solo traveller

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