Set in Arusha, 200 metres from Old German Boma, Equator Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a city view. The units feature a safety deposit box. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Equator Hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Uhuru monument is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Njiro Complex is 4.9 km away. Arusha Airport is 7 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shirley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I stayed twice (before and after my safari) the second time I had a room with a garden view which was much nicer than the previous room on the other side of the hotel. The staff were very helpful
  • Jodha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Managers was very good, he did upgrade our room because we arrived.we had balcony with garden view and staff was very nice. Breakfast was very nice.
  • Charles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We arrived very late owing to a delayed flight, but the staff were waiting for us and made us feel welcome from the start. The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel itself is charming and authentically African while being in a very...
  • Paulette
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is very central and modern. The rooms are large with one wall of windows opening onto a balcony and facing a treed garden. Comfortable king-size bed and the bathroom was clean with hot water. Having an in-house restaurant was very...
  • Dwayne
    Australia Australia
    good location in Arusha. Old style hotel with big rooms and a nice balcony overlooking the garden. And they have a great chef who can do really good indian food.
  • Paritosh
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Staff very friendly and call you by your name at Front Desk. Best North Indian Food, Chef from India.
  • Tamás
    Hungary Hungary
    I particularly liked the absolute professionalism, effectiveness and helpfulness of the staff. Room was nice, spacious and comfortable. Excellent value for money, hotel way beyond expectations!
  • Roland
    Germany Germany
    Staff is friendly. Excellent service. Sina malalamiko yoyote. No complaints at all.
  • Robert
    Germany Germany
    Very close to city center, but quiet place, good breakfast
  • Dorothee
    Kenya Kenya
    The central location, the garden with old mango and avocado trees, spacious room and balcony and last but not least the outstanding friendliness staff and great service - we had several wishes and they made all of it happen (e.g. water kettle in...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Local
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Equator Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 11:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$26 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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FAQs about Equator Hotel

  • Guests staying at Equator Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Equator Hotel is 700 yards from the centre of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Equator Hotel include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Equator Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Equator Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Check-in at Equator Hotel is from 11:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Equator Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #2
    • Restaurant #1