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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Swahili Villa in Arusha offers a hostel with a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private bathrooms, seating areas, and amenities such as showers, slippers, and wardrobes. Convenient Facilities: The property features a shared kitchen, 24-hour front desk, paid shuttle service, bike hire, and a tour desk. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, bidets, and work desks. Prime Location: Located 6.2 mi from Arusha Airport, Swahili Villa is near attractions like Njiro Complex and Old German Boma, both 2.5 mi away. Other points of interest include Uhuru Monument (3.1 mi) and Mount Meru (30 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, the property is praised for its dinner and breakfast, attentive staff, and excellent service support.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Frederico
Brazil
“The staff is incredible welcoming and help full. The Food is traditional and very tasty.” - Ana
Spain
“Swahili Villa is a gem in Arusha. This place is only around 10-15 min by tuk-tuk to the center of the city, so very good location! The place is small, only 4-5 rooms, and it is taken care by a group of 4 amazing girls that treated us very...” - Russell
Australia
“We enjoyed a USD$10 dinner and a beer while chatting to other travellers. An open fire added to the atmosphere. The staff can organise a tuk tuk to go to the centre of town.” - Z
United States
“The Staff was amazing, the entire place was clean and welcoming. The owner is great and knows how to treat guests. The bon fure was a nice touch along with a greeting smile and fresh juice! I can't wait to stay here again in the future.” - Anna
United States
“Lovely staff! Cozy common areas and two tiny kittens to play with! Excellent breakfast and dinner. Hot water and spacious room for 2 people. Team accommodated requests for taxis - exceptional service.” - Wesley
United States
“Love this place! They are owned by the same lovely family that owns Serengeti Villa down the road. Stay here if you want to feel like more of a guest than a tourist!” - Hiroshi
Japan
“Everything was amazing. The entire facility was very cozy and the decor was cute. The food was amazing. We had the optional dinner as well and it was well worth it. All the ladies that work there were very helpful and welcoming. We wanted to stay...” - Winnie
Qatar
“The staff were amazing,the environment was clean always,the breakfast was excellent with fruits,24/7 supply of tea and coffee and there is always a night bonfire” - Rave-indranathan
United States
“Swahili Villa was a great experience. We especially love the awesome staff and the amazing food (breakfast and dinner) -- they are awesome cooks!” - Ennosen
United States
“The food is amazing ! The stay is so cozy and there are many design details in the villa that add an overall charm. The staff of the villa are very attentive and kind , and made the overall stay exceptional. This villa may be little, it is very...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.