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Hostels in Arusha

A balcony with a view of a mountain, a bottle of beer, and a patterned cushion.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a sign for 'Arusha Backpackers Hotel'.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a chair.
A balcony with wicker furniture, including a sofa and a table with a red object on it.

1. Arusha Backpackers Hotel - Hostel

Arusha Backpackers Hotel - Hostel
Arusha
$8
$10 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Arusha Backpackers Hotel - Hostel
A courtyard with a thatched-roof structure, a hammock, and a paved walkway.
An indoor seating area with red and black checkered sofas, a wooden table, and a metal ceiling structure.
A garden area with a pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof. There are potted plants and a large decorative pot near the entrance.
A pathway leading to a thatched-roof building with a window and a door.

2. Ibrahim Garden Hostel

Ibrahim Garden Hostel
Corridor Area
$23
$28 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Ibrahim Garden Hostel
Pool
A multi-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and well-maintained landscaping.
A room with a large wooden wardrobe, a wooden ladder, and a patterned curtain.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a decorative banner, and a tiled floor.

3. Viva Tanzania

Viva Tanzania
Arusha
$23
$27 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Viva Tanzania
A person holding a bottle of tequila with a cork.
A cozy living room with a large chalkboard wall, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.
Two thatched-roof huts with wooden doors and windows, surrounded by grass and rocks.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

4. White House Hostels - Arusha

White House Hostels - Arusha
Arusha
$24
$28 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
White House Hostels - Arusha
A covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a lattice wall.
A hallway with a series of decorative plates on the wall and a potted plant in the corner.
A kitchen with a stove, microwave, and various appliances.
A bedroom with a wooden pallet bed, a fluffy rug, and green pillows.

5. Pili Pili House Arusha - Hostel

Pili Pili House Arusha - Hostel
Sombetini
$26
$31 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Pili Pili House Arusha - Hostel
An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, stone walls, and arched windows.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a gas stove, and a window with a decorative grill.
A spacious bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, and a chair.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central staircase, and a seating area with a brown bench.

6. Starehe Villa

Starehe Villa
Arusha
$169
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Starehe Villa
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a rug.
A house with a covered porch, arched windows, and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, fireplace, TV, and dining area.
A building with a red roof, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a grassy area.

7. Hansat Residence

Hansat Residence
Arusha
$27
$32 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hansat Residence
A covered balcony with a railing, a sofa, and a view of two buildings with blue roofs.
A bed with a wooden frame and white bedding in a room with a tiled floor and a small wooden table beside it.
A room with a window covered by beige curtains, a white wall, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A room with a tiled floor, wooden furniture, barred windows, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Wanyama Hostel

Wanyama Hostel
Sakina
$29
$35 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Wanyama Hostel
A building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a paved entrance area with two chairs.
A bed with a leaf-patterned bedspread, a black metal headboard, and red curtains.
A living room with two sofas, a patterned rug, a water dispenser, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with a toaster oven, a blender, and various food items on a tray.

9. Victorious Chillzone Hostel

Victorious Chillzone Hostel
Arusha
$20
$60 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Victorious Chillzone Hostel
A house with a covered porch, a brick wall, and a small garden area with grass and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a red carpet.
A garden with a concrete wall, a wooden structure, and various plants.

10. florah home stay

florah home stay
Arusha
$20
$24 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
florah home stay
A room with a wooden ceiling structure, a white standing fan, and a small shelf with a box.
A corner room with a standing fan, a wooden ladder, and a red and black checkered cloth.
A bed with a patterned bedspread and two pillows, one with a paisley design and another with a floral pattern.
A small, single-bed room with a floral-patterned bedspread and a matching pillow.

11. Sero Safaris Hostel

Sero Safaris Hostel
Arusha
$31
$36 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Sero Safaris Hostel
A stone pathway leading to a building with a red roof and white walls, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.
A two-story house with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered porch.
A neatly made bed with a colorful bedspread, a wooden nightstand, and a woven mat on the floor.
A spacious hall with multiple tables and chairs, a high ceiling with metal beams, and large windows allowing natural light.

12. Shamba Hostel

Shamba Hostel
Arusha
$45
$54 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Shamba Hostel
A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a small table, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A hallway with a red carpet, a door with a window, and a decorative wall on the right.
A narrow hallway with a door at the end, a yellow tactile paving strip, and a vent above the door.

13. Uhuru Peak Hostel

Uhuru Peak Hostel
Moshi
$16
$19 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Uhuru Peak Hostel
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a patio area and outdoor furniture.
A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor area.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A garden with various plants and a gravel path.

14. Volunteer Hostel

Volunteer Hostel
Moshi
$14
$16 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Volunteer Hostel
A hallway with a patterned wall, a painting of a bird, and a tiled floor.
A reception desk with a sign that reads "KARIBU".
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a metal roof, and potted plants.
A snow-covered mountain with a clear sky and some clouds.

15. Climbers home - Hostel

Climbers home - Hostel
Moshi
$12
$14 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Climbers home - Hostel
A thatched-roof pavilion with outdoor seating, surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.
A spacious lobby with striped sofas, wooden chairs, and tables set up for dining.
A lush garden with tall palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a garage.

16. Mama Thea Homes - Hostel

Mama Thea Homes - Hostel
Moshi
$37
$44 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Mama Thea Homes - Hostel
A courtyard with a brick pathway, neatly trimmed grass, and small trees.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a table with chairs, and a window with floral curtains.
A long, narrow hallway with brick walls and white trim, leading to a door at the end.
An indoor area with a seating arrangement and potted plants.

17. Kilimanjaro Eco Hostel

Kilimanjaro Eco Hostel
Moshi
$18
$21 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Kilimanjaro Eco Hostel
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Top landmarks in Arusha

A white primate sitting on grass surrounded by greenery.
Photo by Africa Nature Photography

Arusha National Park

9.6/10 (60 reviews)
Arusha National Park is 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from central Arusha, why not stop by during your stay.
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A mountain peak with a group of people standing at the summit, surrounded by clouds.
Photo by Jelle Canipel

Mt. Meru

9.6/10 (51 reviews)
If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mt. Meru for a bird's-eye view of Arusha.
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Arusha Clock Tower

8.0/10 (67 reviews)
You might want to get your camera out and head to Arusha Clock Tower— just one of the landmarks located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from central Arusha.
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Njiro Complex

7.8/10 (19 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Njiro Complex when in Arusha.
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Arusha International Conference Centre

9.4/10 (17 reviews)
Arusha International Conference Centre is worth a visit, located 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from central Arusha.
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Maasai Market and Curios Crafts

8.8/10 (14 reviews)
If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Maasai Market and Curios Crafts when visiting Arusha.
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Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate, a golf course located 13.7 mi (22 km) from central Arusha.
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Cultural Heritage Centre

9.2/10 (7 reviews)
Cultural Heritage Centre is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central Arusha, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Cultural Heritage Centre, you'll love Natural History Museum, located nearby.
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Learn more about Arusha

Notable for its safaris, Arusha features attractions such as Njiro Complex and Arusha Clock Tower. The city has something for everyone including sights like Arusha International Conference Centre and Mt. Meru within a secluded setting.

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A rugged mountain landscape with rocky terrain and a clear sky.

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What's it Like to Stay in a Hostel in Arusha?

If you wish to visit Arusha without draining your savings, a hostel could be the ideal accommodation for you. Hotels.com offers a great selection of colorful hostels in Arusha. Chat with other guests and staff members in the shared lounges and get ideas on the best attractions in this city. Whether you’re on a long backpacking trip or a short weekend break, you're sure to enjoy Njiro Complex, Arusha Clock Tower, and Mt. Meru.