Arusha Safari Hostel

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8.5Very good · 192

ngusero, Arusha, Arusha · Map ·

“They are friendly and amazing and I miss their sweet dog btw but I enjoyed” · 10.0, Wed 10 Jun

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Amenities

WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeParking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Free Parking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Non-smoking roomsSwimming pool24-hour front deskRestaurant

Location 7.8Good location

ngusero, Arusha, Arusha · · Open in Google Maps

What guests say

8.5

Very good
192 verified reviews

Cleanliness6.8

Service9.8

Location7.8

Room Quality8.2

Amenities8.2

Value for Money9.2

Food and Beverage9.2

Overall Experience8.8

In short. Rooms were not too clean according to some reviews.

JOHN, Kenya · Couple8.0

Tue 20 Oct + Quiteness,people,structure

Ogendi, Kenya · Couple10.0

Fri 16 Oct Wonderful place wonderful people + Friendly and helpful staff − That we didn’t have enough time to stay longer

Jonyo, Kenya · Solo9.0

Fri 9 Oct + I enjoyed my stay there. Nice hosts.

hagila, Tanzania · Solo10.0

Sun 6 Sep + Homely breakfast and perfect location

Malte, Tanzania7.0

Sun 30 Aug + Owner takes care the property and makes it a good place to stay for young, budget orientated travellers. − Far away from the city center, difficult to find without help. We had a car therefore no problem for us, but for others…

RachelPGKN, Tanzania · Solo6.0

Mon 6 Jul If you don't have anywhere else to stay. + They try but need a major upgrade of facilities, service and hospitality in general. − The photos are misleading. The place is not like the photos now. Old. Piles of dirty stuff under the stairs. Dusty bar area with dog fur on cushion. Uncared for pool. There are pigeons houses thus...

RachelPGKN, Tanzania · Solo6.0

Mon 6 Jul If you really have no option. + Used to be a good spot for many international travellers and had a good review. They try but need a major upgrade of facilities, service and hospitality in general. There are churches close and just in a people's areas. − The photos mislead. The place is not like the photos now. Old. Piles of dirty under the stairs. Dusty bar area with dog fur on cushion. Uncared for pool. There are pigeons houses thus smelly a bit...

Vukutsa, Kenya · Family9.0

Wed 10 Jun We enjoyed the stay with my son,and made new friends + I loved the interaction with clients by all the staff and the bonfire not forgetting the meals and general hospitality − Dusty sections in the bathroom and high ends on walls. Dusting can be done regurally

Dianna, Kenya · Solo10.0

Wed 10 Jun + They are friendly and amazing and I miss their sweet dog btw but I enjoyed − My hot shower stopped working at some point but they showed me a bathroom outside that was good 👍 so problem was half solved 😅 just didn't like going to shower outside 😅

Violet, Kenya · Solo8.0

Sat 6 Jun + The staff n peace of the place − I didn't get milked tea and the weather was abit cold

Questions

What time is check-in?From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Can my child stay?Children welcome

Are pets allowed?No

Is there parking?{'selfParking': True, 'free': True, 'chargeMode': 'free', 'feeAmount': None, 'feePeriod': None, 'location': None, 'reser

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About the hotel

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Bikes

Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool or explore the city on our complimentary bikes.

Cozy Rooms with Kitchenettes

Relax in our comfortable rooms equipped with kitchenettes, perfect for preparing your own meals during your stay.

Convenient Location

Located just a short distance from popular attractions like Uhuru monument and Old German Boma, our hostel offers easy access to the best of Arusha.

Experience comfort and convenience at Arusha Safari Hostel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Good to know

Check inFrom 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check outBefore 10:00 AM

Children and cotsWelcome

PetsNot allowed

Resort fee{'amount': None, 'currency': None, 'period': None}

Managed byNot Available

Before you go

From the hotel

A deposit may be required at the property.

Bring the passport you book with; the hotel checks it at check-in.

Paid to the government of Tanzania, not to us 5 things travellers pay or do themselves: visa, insurance, taxes, fees. Tap to see.

These are not in your Elite Trip price and we do not sell them. You pay each one to the authority named, on its own site or at the gate. Checked 2026-10-25; rules change, so read the official page before you fly.

Mandatory travel insurance USD 44 per adult, USD 22 per child

Who
Every foreign visitor. Residents of EAC and SADC countries are exempt.

Where
inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz (mainland) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz (Zanzibar) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz

When
Before you arrive. In force from 1 October 2026 (Government Notice 256/2026).
AfyaMsafiri online health declaration Free

Who
Every traveller, one declaration each, including children.

Where
afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz

When
Before you arrive. Mandatory since 17 October 2026. Keep the QR code on your phone for the health desk.
Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival USD 50 ordinary (single entry), USD 100 multiple entry

Who
Most nationalities. Visa on arrival is available to most passports; US passports must hold the multiple-entry visa.

Where
visa.immigration.go.tz

When
Apply online before you travel, or at the airport on arrival where it is allowed.
Zanzibar infrastructure tax USD 5 to 10 per person per night (official sources differ; the hotel collects it)

Who
Every guest staying in Zanzibar, per person per night.

Where
Collected by your hotel for the Zanzibar Revenue Authority

When
At check-out, on top of the room price, unless the hotel says it is included.
Zanzibar marine conservation fees USD 10 per adult per day, USD 25 for Mnemba

Who
Every adult entering a marine conservation area (Mnemba, Menai Bay, Chumbe and others).

Where
Paid at the site or through the boat operator, for the Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries

When
On the day of the trip. Elite Trip does not include it in a tour price unless the tour says so.

Elite Trip is not a government agency and does not issue visas, insurance or permits.

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