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Rafiki Retreat

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You can look forward to free full breakfast, a firepit, and a garden at Rafiki Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Cottage, Garden View | Free WiFi

Deluxe Cottage, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Arusha is home to Rafiki Retreat. Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate and Lake Duluti are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ngurdoto Crater and Arusha National Park. Natural History Museum and Cultural Heritage Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Arusha travel guide
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Usa River, Arusha, Arusha Region, 337

What's nearby

  • For a cool evening get down here ,grab a peddle and get to a boat into the water as you watch the sun go down. A beautiful place in Arusha Tanzania,a nice place for a bonfire .
    Lake Duluti
    23 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Mount Meru is a dormant stratovolcano located 70 kilometers west of Mount Kilimanjaro in the country of Tanzania. At a height of 4,562.13 meters, it is visible from Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day, and is the fifth-highest mountain in Africa, dependent on definition
    Arusha National Park
    33 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Ngurdoto Crater
    16 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate
    26 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower
    32 min drive - 18.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rotterdam Garden
    9 min drive
  • Tanz-Hands
    11 min drive
  • Njeree's Bistro
    12 min drive
  • Dinah Bar
    9 min drive
  • Mamo Restaurant
    7 min drive

About this property

Rafiki Retreat

Lodge near the bay
Free full breakfast, a firepit, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Rafiki Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, barbecue grills, and a nature reserve
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Rafiki Retreat have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Balconies or patios and wardrobes/closets
  • Art supplies and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Rafiki Retreat Lodge
Rafiki Retreat Arusha
Rafiki Retreat Lodge Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Does Rafiki Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rafiki Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rafiki Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Rafiki Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rafiki Retreat located?

Situated in Arusha, this lodge is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Ngurdoto Crater and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate and Lake Duluti. Arusha National Park is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Rafiki Retreat Reviews

8.8

Excellent

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre spacieuse, confortable, restaurant très bon, plats faits sur place à la minute, personnel très accueillant et aux petits soins. Merci à tous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Samwel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025