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Highest rated hotelMoshono Hillside – 5.0
Average 4 star hotel price$201 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$226 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Arusha, Tanzania

To make the most of your time in Arusha, reserve a hotel that’s right for you. We’ve gathered some of the city’s best hotels, from luxury to budget-friendly.

Best time to visit Arusha

Arusha is an interesting travel destination any time of year, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your trip should be considered while making plans, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Arusha

Busiest month(s): June brings the largest number of travellers to Arusha, resulting in an average nightly rate of $198. If you are visiting during this period, anticipate relatively higher prices compared to the slower times of the year, where average prices drop to $104 per night.

Quietest month(s): Save on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by taking your trip during December, when the average cost per night is $104.

Arusha sees a low amount of annual rainfall, perfect if you prefer drier weather.

If you are looking to avoid grey skies, visit Arusha in July when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in April.

The most expensive month in Arusha is June, and you can expect to spend around $198 on hotel rooms. Weekend rates typically increase, averaging around $130 per night throughout the year, and Sunday bookings cost the most at the best hotels in Arusha. You'll find savings on Tuesday, which is the cheapest day to book a room on average.

Where to stay in Arusha

Get the most out of your time away at the right hotel for the right price. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of right choices in Arusha. The best-rated hotels in Arusha

If you're looking for the best of the best, stay in one of the city's top-rated hotels.

The Mount Meru Hotel is a 4.5-star hotel that offers a pool, gym, restaurant, and spa, in addition to a modern and comfortable design. Popular hotels in Arusha

Here are some of the other most popular Arusha hotels you can book there:

The African Tulip provides a wonderful stay with its 3-star rating and range of amenities. The hotel provides an excellent retreat in the heart of Arusha. You can enjoy the pool, gym, spa, and restaurant options.

If you're looking for a combination of comfort and affordability, check out the Arusha Coffee Lodge. Its 4-star rating ensures exceptional value, and you can enjoy a range of amenities like the free Wi-Fi, parking, 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning.

Have it all at the Arusha Planet Lodge, where comfort meets modern amenities. The hotel provides a breakfast, pool, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi for you to use at your leisure.

The 3-star Ilboru Safari Lodge offers a wide range of amenities, including a pool, Gym, restaurant and spa.

Things to do in Arusha

Arusha has a ton to discover and do right in the city center, like the Roy Safaris. If you love food, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at The Blue Heron, Khan's BBQ, Africafe, Chinese Whispers, and Georges Tavern.

Finding cheap hotels in Arusha: FAQs

In Arusha, the expected average temperature in May is 21°C. The warmest month is typically March, which averages 31°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 14°C. The rainiest month is April, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Arusha with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $14 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $14 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $106 per night, and the average price on weekends is $107. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Arusha could be Friday.
The nearest airport to Arusha is Arusha Airport (ARK), which is 6.5km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Kilimanjaro Airport, which is 43.2km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Friday is the cheapest day to stay in Arusha. And the most expensive day seems to be Thursday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Arusha is currently around $104 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $45 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Arusha is currently around $251 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $95 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Arusha is currently around $285 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $83 per night.
If you're hitting up Arusha with kids in tow, try Green Mountain Hotel.