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Zawadi House

4.5 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Kundayo Road, Sekei, Arusha

What's nearby

  • Arusha Golf Course - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Njiro Complex - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kitamu Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪QX - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Africafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Zawadi House

Luxury bed & breakfast near Arusha Golf Course
Located close to Natural History Museum and Arusha Declaration Monument, Zawadi House provides free continental breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body treatment. The on-site restaurant, Chungu Mbili Restaurant, features al fresco dining and dinner. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Chungu Mbili Restaurant
  • Pemberton Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 215 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2014
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 138000 per vehicle (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Zawadi House
Zawadi House Arusha
Zawadi House B&B
Zawadi House B&B Arusha
Zawadi House Arusha
Zawadi House Bed & breakfast
Zawadi House Bed & breakfast Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Is Zawadi House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Zawadi House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zawadi House?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Zawadi House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Zawadi House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 138000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zawadi House located?

Situated in the suburbs, this luxury bed & breakfast is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Arusha Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Natural History Museum and Arusha Declaration Monument. Arusha National Park and Mt. Meru are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Zawadi House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 138 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Liked: Amenities
Great customer service, but facility is on the older side
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clara was so helpful and kind. Breakfast was great. We felt safe and well taken care of. Laundry service was affordable and fast. Zawadi House is a great value for the money. The rooms and bathrooms are due for some updates, but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone greeted us with smiles and was very pleasant. Shower was excellent, food was delicious and fresh. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant accomodation. Enjoyed staff and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute gem! Quiet, peaceful, surroundings, a short taxi from downtown...with a lovely staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay!

Wonderful place and fantastic food. We had to find a place to stay before an early AM flight and they were even able to arrange for a 4AM transfer to the airport. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds and common areas at the Zawadi House are absolutely beautiful, So peaceful and green. The rooms are average but definitely comfortable. Additionally the breakfast was great and included a small buffet of starters plus made to order eggs, etc. we enjoyed our 1 night stay here (before our safari) very much m.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable hotel in Arusha

The hotel was very nice with nice rooms and a good atmosphere and the staff was very friendly. Breakfast and diner were good. Definitely a good place to start or rest from your safari.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Karlskrona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hotel for overnight stay before safari

Stayed here 2 nights, one before and one after a safari. The room was clean and the service was ok, however the price of the dinner varied a lot from one evening to another.

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zawadi house has a beautiful garden and clean facility. The staff are friendly and amenable. Laundry service was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My Stay at Zawadi House was great. Great food, friendly staff, and in a quiet area surrounded by nature. My hosts took great care of me and catered to my personal needs whenever i asked, and even offered at times when i didn't ask. I would recommend this hotel to anyone going to Arusha.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First night before start of safari, very good stay

Our first night in Tanzania before the start of our safari. The hotel is set back from the main road but very pretty property with excellent service. Would def recommend for people coming through Arusha.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Walker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zawadi House provides a welcome and well designed respite in Arusha. The staff provided excellent service and could not be more helpful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Veer

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel employees were very warm and welcoming. Room was ok. Food was good. Internet service is very poor.

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, problems with safe lock, water supply and electricity outages. Very quiet and conveniently located. No place to sit in the garden, no lawn furniture.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OUTSTANDING

My wife and I had a great stay at the Zawadi house. We were met at the reception by Yvonne, Nicholas, and Afti. We felt welcomed instantly. They did everything they could to make her stay comfortable and succeeded at every turn. I highly recommend this hotel and it's staff. If I get back to Arusha I will certainly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sfg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Big Smiles

It is a great place for a good night sleep before starting the safari. Very friendly staff! I forgot my reading glasses and they were delivered to me by the ever so friendly Emanual to my next connecting flight at Arusha airport. I liked my experience.

6/10 Okay

Sarbest

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a four star hotel

It was too overpriced for the room we got and for it’s 4-star renown. It needs renovation, specially the bath. Otherwise it has warm water, ok wi-fi. The staff are helpful to arrange a taxi.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jose Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

A. J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nothing Special

Hotel in a very secluded area. Not appropriate to leave the grounds for walking. Road to the Hotels is a dirt road through small narrow streets and in very poor condition, even for a 4x4. Staff were very pleasant, friendly and helpful but they do not have much experience with looking after guests. Food in the restaurant was average.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A good introduction to Tanzania.

A fairly small hotel that I think struggles with any unusual requests. Wifi didn't work with not much attempt to assist. The kitchen serves very nice food but 1 1/4 hours waiting for main meal was exhausting after a huge day. The staff are lovely and try there best with what they have.

6/10 Okay

JEROME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

1 star motel. Ratings are bogus

Property is run down. It’s not what it looks like in the pictures. Also the reviews for this property appears to be bogus. In the USA this property would get a 1 star rating. No microwave or refrigerator in the room. Plus points are good service, clean and safe room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very lovely boutique hotel

My time at Zawadi House Lodge was perfect. It is a very quiet establishment that proved to be a perfect place to recover from my long flights from Melbourne, Australia. The lodge is nestled in a suburb of Arusha and it is a little piece of paradise. The lush garden keeps the place nice and cool and the furnishings are very comfortable. There were tea and coffee making facilities in my room and the shower was high preasure and very hot (which was ideal). Bed was also very comfortable with lots of pillows. Breakfast was made fresh to order and was filling and tasty. I also dined in in the evening and enjoyed a variety of local dishes that were enoyable and of good value. Internet was also good, enabling mebto do some work on Xero. When i wanted to go in to town, staff (the lovely Regina) organised a trustworthy and reliable driver for me. The city centre is exceptionally busy and I was happy to be in a more peaceful and quiet location on the outskirts. The staff were all professional, friendly and exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am telling you this little hotel is like finding Shangri-La!!! Everything about this jewel of a hotel in Arusha was amazing! The friendly, courteous & helpful staff was by far the biggest asset at Zawadi House Lodge. The room was perfect, cozy and clean. The food was extraordinary and creatively prepared. I had the receptionist find me a driver (Emmanuel) to take me to Arusha National Park to climb Mt Meru for a day hike. Emmanuel helped speed up my paperwork and before I knew it I was on a walking safari looking at giraffe, zebras, African buffalo etc.. It was the best day in Africa to have the Zawadi house arrange for my big adventure!!! I hated to check out. The whole staff came to say good-bye with a fun photo session before I left. I would highly recommend the Zawadi House Lodge to anyone!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Joachim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ok as transit hotel but not worth the price

We paid approx. $115 for 1 night which was way too much for this place. The staff is really nice but the room was not. Room smelt moldy and the carpet was really dirty.. A small dark room. Furthermore the location is in the middle of nowhere. Very bumpy road to get there. We had to push the car at one point. A landrover would do the job though.. Comparing with other great hotels we stayed at this was by far the worst (we also stayed at Z Hotel in Nungwi, Coffee House in Stone Town and Ngorogoro Farm House). In my opinion this should be a $50/night hotel.