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.
Colombia
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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. Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. 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.
Wakawaka Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 2, 2016Distance 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...”
MichelleUnited 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...”- EdwardUnited States of America“The owners are fantastic. to be clear, there are two properties: wakawaka house and wakawaka hostel. I stayed in hostel one night and David (owner) knew it’d be empty so opted to move me to house where it was more lively. both properties are...”
Eduardo
Brazil“Wakawaka Hostel/house was our home in Arusha for a week. Perfect location, close to several cafes and restaurants. A very calm and silent street. Very comfortable room, hot bath and the staff helped us with everything. Owner David is a...”- AAnonymous
Tanzania“It's a super chill place with a great owner that accommodated us very well!” 
David
Germany“Great staff, great owner, great dogs. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. I was moved from Wakawaka Hostel to the Wakawaka House as the hostel was rather empty. Both places are very close to the center. Would recommend!!”
Peter
Netherlands“Staff was very helpful and friendly. spacious rooms, close to the center”
LauraGermany“David and Victoria were the best hosts. They are very kind and caring people. They are really trying to make this place feel like home. I enjoyed coming back multiple times after trips around Arusha. They also helped organizing my further travels....”- Enzo
France“David is a really nice guy ! wifi and hot water works well and it’s at 10 minutes of walk from clock tower (center of the city)”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is it quiet at night?
yes it isAnswered on 17 August 2019How much does it cost to rent a lock?
FREEAnswered on 16 September 2019Hi there, I will soon be booking my vacation to Arusha in early October, but had a question regarding my luggage. As I will be going on 2 trips durin..
yes you can do that free of charge.Answered on 15 May 2023Do you offer luggage storage?
Yes we do offer for free of charge.Answered on 16 September 2019Do I need a lock for the lockers?
we do offer for All our guestsAnswered on 16 September 2019Are sheets and towels included?
Yes some of the Rooms.Answered on 16 September 2019- Still looking?
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 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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Wakawaka Hostel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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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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Guests staying at Wakawaka Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Gluten-free
- American
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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.
