Wakawaka Hostel
Fire Road , Arusha, Arusha, Tanzania – Great location - show map
Location is perfect, staff is really kind and there's something very difficult to find in TZ and it's there in Wakawaka... wifi in the rooms 👌🏾 The owner really cares about your comfy and safety.

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Located in Arusha, a 19-minute walk from Old German Boma, Wakawaka Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.1 miles from Uhuru monument and around 1.2 miles from Arusha International Conference Center. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Guest rooms include bed linen. At the hostel you'll find a restaurant serving African cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play pool and darts at Wakawaka Hostel, and the area is popular for cycling. Njiro Complex is 2.3 miles from the accommodation, while Meserani Snake Park is 16 miles away. The nearest airport is Arusha Airport, 5 miles from Wakawaka Hostel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast

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- Diana
Colombia
“Location is perfect, staff is really kind and there's something very difficult to find in TZ and it's there in Wakawaka... wifi in the rooms 👌🏾 The owner really cares about your comfy and safety.” - Erin
United States of America
“The hostel is a house with comfortable rooms, nice beds and locking cupboards for your things. The staff are nice and friendly. It's very clean. I can easily walk to coffee, restaurants and shops. The wifi is good. I stayed here before and after...” - Michelle
United States of America
“This place attracts like minded intrepid travelers. Met some amazing people from all over. David, the owner, knows so mych about the area and Safaris. The staff was so kind. Did laundry, ate good food around table, and enjoyed the family like...”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Wakawaka HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)Off-site
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Bar crawlsAdditional charge
- Game drives
- Evening entertainment
- Horseback ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- Pool table
- Game room
- FishingAdditional charge
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
- Swahili
Sustainability initiatives
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash
Wakawaka Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Wakawaka Hostel
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Wakawaka Hostel is 1 miles from the center of Arusha. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Wakawaka Hostel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Wakawaka Hostel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Wakawaka Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Pool table
- Game room
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Evening entertainment
- Cooking class
- Bicycle rental
- Bike tours
- Horseback riding
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Bar crawls
- Game drives
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
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The prices at Wakawaka Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.