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Lawns Hotel

3.0 star property
Colonial guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Executive Double Room | Garden view
Executive Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets
View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Lawns Hotel offers a serene setting with a complimentary breakfast buffet and a rejuvenating spa. Enjoy garden views at the coffee shop and soak up sunshine at the outdoor pool. Previous guests consistently praise their stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Executive Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
Travel crib
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Wardrobe or closet
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Executive Suite

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Travel crib
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Travel crib
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Chake Chake, Lushoto

Restaurants

  • ‪mamma mia - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sun Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Eddy Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lawns Hotel

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Lawns Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Lawns Hotel offer amenities such as safes.

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Exterior

Mullers Mountain Lodge

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
Mullers Mountain Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Lawns Hotel Lushoto
Lawns Lushoto
Lawns Hotel Lushoto
Lawns Hotel Guesthouse
Lawns Hotel Guesthouse Lushoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Lawns Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lawns Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lawns Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lawns Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lawns Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lawns Hotel located?

Situated in Lushoto, this guesthouse is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Irente Viewpoint.

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Lawns Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice accommodation

Nice area , friendly staff, no water presion, breakfast and food was good , but the last day when we lieve they wehere match to late , so we dident had breakfast before ouer 8 houer trip .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quaint, cool hotel

This hotel is set amid a lush garden at about 4,000 feet elevation. The cool weather is welcome relief from the warmer, more humid weather along the coast. The room was large, the staff were friendly, and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful stay - clean rooms, nice food and shared areas including bar, terrace and garden with beautiful plants and flowers. Friendly and helpful staff. Traffic noise due to location but still a peaceful, relaxed feel. WiFi iffy but this has been the same in a few places. Would definitely stay again - a real haven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Lawns Hotel! Situated walkable to all you need in Lushoto and close by all the trails we wanted to trek up! The pool area is adorable and we truly felt like we were part of the jungle. Would recommend! They also have a refillablle water bottle station (with clean water!) which is sooo much better than the constant water bottles you have to throw away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft war sehr sauber und die Mitarbeiter sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Allerdings gab es keine Moskitonetze, die aber definitiv nötig wären. Unser eigens mitgebrachtes Netz wurde jeden Tag von der Decke gerissen. Das war nicht in Ordnung, daher für Ausstattung und Personal leider etwas Abzug.

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we came across. Everything is just great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Great Staff And View

The hotel has a great view and very friendly staff. There is tour company office on/near the grounds where you can book tours of the nearby area. The hotel will help you out to book them in advance of check-in. The restaurant serves delicious food, and the rooms are spacious. Lushoto can be chilly, especially at night. The only negative we encountered was low water pressure in the shower, and controlling the shower temperature was difficult. This seems to be common in hotels in rural Tanzania.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bartley

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

Unique Hotel with Colonial Era Charm

The Lawns is a delighful and charming place to spend a few days. My family and I all enjoyed our stay very much. The staff, the management and the food were all great. The rooms are simple and relatively spartan, but comfortable and great value for money. We'd be only too happy to go back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored old pub and hotel from colonial times. Great staff and food. Fully stocked bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren im Dez 2020 da. Das erste Zimmer war bescheiden, aber wir konnten in ein wunderbares Bungalo wechseln wo wir uns sehr wohl fühlten. Aufmerksames freundliches Personal, gute Verpflegung, herrlich grüne Umgebung mit vielen Blumen und Kameleone. Ort zum Verweilen und doch stadtnah.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Nicholas, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Early cooked breakfast even at 5.30am on three mornings. Pleasant and spacious rooms. Very helpful staff. The only location, where it was possible to find effective WIFI was in reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin, Dar es Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at Lawns for a long weekend of celebrations and were warmly welcomed. The rooms are very comfortable, with a large shower. There's a large TV with satellite channels in the common area, a library, a games room, and a large balcony overlooking a small valley. Kids are not forgotten as there is a playground for them in the garden. Overall, I was impressed with Lawns, and I'd gladly stay there during future trips to Lushoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
La ubicación muy buena, se puede caminar hasta el pueblo en un momento. La habitación tiene lo básico un poco deteriorado. El desayuna muy bueno, variado y abundante. El personal muy amable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Reading, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying at the Lawns Hotel. The first time was booked as part of an organised tour but I liked it so much than when I came back to Tanzania I decided to go via Lushoto and stay at the Lawns Hotel. The staff, especially Deborah and the barman (sorry, I've forgotten his name!), are fabulous; the food is incredible (I'd definitely recommend staying around for dinner); the view is beautiful and it's in such a lovely and peaceful location. The facilities are great as well, it's really nice having a few different areas to chill out like the bar, the terrace, the lounge and the games room. As far as the rooms go, the bungalows are smaller than the standard rooms and the furniture and fireplaces in the standard rooms are beautiful and really cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Armin, Nürnberg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aufenthaltsbereich (Kicker, Bibliothek, Spiele, WiFi uam.), Bar mit Kamin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

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

Excellent!

Lawns Hotel is the perfect place to stay in Lushoto! It's 5 minutes from the main section of town, but feels private and has a stunning mountain view. The staff are lovely and attentive, the food's great, the rooms are attractive and clean and the main lodge/bar/patio area is a comfortable and welcoming space. I even extended my stay, enjoying the accommodation and the beauty of the area immensely. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

JIIN

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

perfect place for family trip

As many guests already mentioned, Lawns hotel was a great place to visit. We spent three days including new year's day and made many unforgettable memories there. It is a good base to explore surrounding areas. We went to Mambo view on our second day and Irente View on third day by car. Mambo view is great but 4 hours of driving (round trip) was a bit too much for us with two children. Irente view point was good enough for us, but we are happy to experience both. Nice dinner on your choice (25000 Tsh for adult and 15000 Tsh for child) and delicious breakfast included. We highly recommend this place for parents with young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hossein

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

Måste upplevas för att förstå!

en fantastisk plats,som ligger nära stadens centrum med en utsikt utan dess like, väl värr ett besök!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

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