Accommodation
Accommodations in Arusha National Park
It’s likely that you’re considering going on a safari in Arusha National Park and are also considering accommodations while there.
Depending on your budget and Kenya safari itinerary, Arusha National Park offers a variety of lodging options from which you can likely choose.
Hatari Hotel
Legendary handcrafted bush hotel Hatari Lodge served as the backdrop for the renowned Howard Hawks movie “Hatari”! With Hardy Krüger, John Wayne, and others… With views of Kilimanjaro, Hatari Lodge is situated in protected woodlands near the edge of a clearing known as Momella Meadow. The expansive and breathtaking Arusha National Park in Tanzania is located right next to the region around the lodge. Nine cottages make up the lodge. Daily room cleaning and laundry services are offered for a modest cost. As you enter your room, the natural splendour of Arusha National Park gives way to a fanciful and cosy setting that makes you feel as though you have travelled not just through time but also to a different planet. The dining area, bar and lounge are located in the oldest and main building. Canoe safaris on Momella Lakes, walking safaris in Arusha National Park, visits to Masai villages, and drives through Mt. Meru’s alpine rainforest are among the activities offered by the lodge. One of the primary locations for lodging in Arusha National Park is this.
Shu’mata camp
Shu’mata is a luxurious permanent camp nestled into a hillside in the centre of the Maasai Steppe, perfectly mixing exclusivity, luxury, and authenticity. Five opulent tents in the traditional Hemingway style face Mt. Kilimanjaro, from which the 3,500-meter Shira Plateau may be reached by car. Every opulent tent boasts an unending vista veranda and a traditional Maasai-style en suite bathroom. Everyone is invited to the magnificent dining tent for meals, High Tea, and conversation. You can go on game drives and have walks with the Maasai tribesmen right next to the wilderness and wildlife.
Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
The Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge is located in the northern section of Engaresero hamlet, close to the cultural centre, on the route to Lake Natron. The location provides a stunning view of the Ol Donyo Lengai volcano. Services available at our campsite include: Western restrooms – A large restaurant area with a veranda overlooking the lake; – A hot water shower; – A fully equipped kitchen for self-cooking. – $34 per person each day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – Free WiFi – Bathrooms in the rooms – Camping on grass or sand – The chance to view the zebras and giraffes that frequently visit us. Numerous activities are available, including hiking and camping near the lake’s eastern shore where you may see a variety of birds, including pink flamingos, marabouts, pelicans, geese, and ibises, as well as herds of zebra and wildebeest, giraffes, ostriches, and gazelles. More desert covers the west side of the lake, which provides unique scenery and camping opportunities at Maasai Boma in Panini Village, close to the Kenyan border. The Ol Donyo volcano slope: Our lodge, in collaboration with the cultural centre, provides 4-5 hours of day and night time walks on the mountainside with knowledgeable Maasai guides. We also provide guided excursions to see the falls and the Engaresero River’s flow. Additionally, we suggest that guests interact with the locals by visiting the Maasai and having a casual supper together.
Kiota Nest
Kiota, which translates to “bird’s nest” in Swahili, is a stunning and roomy full-service rental property. It serves as an alternative to Arusha hotels.
The large, two-story eco-friendly home is tucked away behind an amazing roof composed of layers of gorgeous coconut fibre.
A large living and dining room space with a cosy fireplace to keep you warm on chilly evenings is featured in the main residence. Eight guests can be accommodated in 4 bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom or shower, including the adjacent independent cottage.
The Bird’s Nest is a place where sustainability, environmental consciousness, and a spirit of the common good coexist with a simple well-being philosophy. It is implemented in accordance with ecological standards and is based on expertise from Tanzania and Switzerland. Modern solar installations ensure independence from the electrical grid and internet connectivity. Everything may be organised to suit your schedule, whether you want to see the vibrant cities of Arusha, Moshi, and even Nairobi, the vast Serengeti, or any of the Northern Circuit National Parks. You can even arrange transportation to the neighbouring Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Itikoni Seasonal Camp
Convenient and cosy lodging is available in the Itikoni Seasonal Camp in Arusha National Park. For people who are hiking, going on a safari, or just visiting the National Park, the camp is ideal. Depending on the purpose of the visit to the Itikoni camp, a schedule is created.
Among the trees are movable sleeping tents with timber frames for beds, seats, and solar-powered lights and restrooms. The kitchen, where the resident chef prepares the meals, is formed by the mess tent. In addition, there is a lounge tent with games and books as well as coffee and tea. Additionally, the lounge tent features a balcony with views of Meru and Kilimanjaro.
Momella Wildlife lodge
Nestled on the foothills of Mount Meru, at 4,566 metres above sea level, Momella Wildlife Lodge is positioned just beyond the boundary of Arusha National Park, home to numerous natural marvels. While filming the renowned “Hatari” in 1960, John Wayne and Hardy Krueger temporarily resided in the lodge.
The 55 guest rooms at the lodge, which include cottages and the historic hut-shaped units, all have private bathrooms with showers and toilets as well as hot and cold running water. The main building houses the restaurant, bar and lounge. A swimming pool is present.
Rivertrees Country Inn
You will undoubtedly be exhausted from your flight when you get to Arusha. For your Tanzania safari, Rivertrees Country Inn provides a serene and tranquil environment where you may recuperate your energy. Situated at the base of Mount Meru, this luxurious and tranquil hotel in Arusha offers 18 garden rooms, 2 cottages, and the River House. Each of the 24 immaculate rooms features a full bathroom, comfortable beds, well chosen furniture, mosquito netting and free bottled water. There is a bathtub or shower in garden rooms.
You may find a private haven beside the Usa River at The River Cottages, where you can regularly spot blue and vervet monkeys. The cottages have spacious verandas with views of the river, private outdoor showers, and are wheelchair accessible. Wear long khakis and covered tops when following the river because the proximity to the water may mean that there are more mosquitoes near the waters than in the garden areas.
