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The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

3.0 star property
Mountain lodge in Arusha with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Property grounds
Double Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hiking
Ecotours
Double or Twin Room | Outdoor pool | Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Bus station shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $99
includes taxes & fees
$84 per night
Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kwa Pole Road, Nguruma Village, Arusha

What's nearby

  • Lake Duluti - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Njiro Complex - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Mt. Meru - 73 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 41 min drive
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 56 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Onsea House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cube Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kitamu Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari is a great choice for a stay in Arusha. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Bus station shuttle*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle within 25 kilometers*
  • Shopping center shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2014
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

The Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Lounge - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Bus station shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Vijiji Center Lodge Arusha
Vijiji Center Lodge
Vijiji Center Arusha
Vijiji Center
The Vijiji Center
The Vijiji Center And Safari
The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Lodge
The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Arusha
The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Lodge Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50.00 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?
Yes, The Restaurant offers local cuisine.
Does The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Bad conditions and service
There was no hot water for the shower. The bathroom floor was flooded. Food at the restaurant was expensive and grassy. We could not eat the wrap we ordered, as it was dripping oil. The hotel was empty and with strange vibes. I would not recommend for this price. Other options around are better. We did not come back after our safari.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice place except the noise coming from the other side of the wall was ungodly which is out of managements control. Loud music and preaching until 3am several nights in a row so very hard to sleep. Also rather hard to locate at first. On the other hand, the rooms were great, staff very friendly & helpful, the food is excellent and the grounds are beautiful.
Kevin, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly, the accommodations were great, and the location was excellent!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice place. Very nice people tried to make the best of our stay.
Eitan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Avoid at all costs!
This hotel is probably the worst encounter i've had in over 20 years of travelling. I know its Africa but!! Stayed 4 nights,wanted to leave after first night but had already paid for the room. On first day had to change room 3 times due to various things like power outlets not working, dead flies in the room etc. Power outages all the time, day and night, they say they have a back up generator! But never used it!! When i asked about the back up generator they just smile and laugh,never once did they answer the question! No hot water, they have disconnected the electric water heaters in each room and are using a wood burning fire to heat water!! I got one hot shower in 4 days. No wifi, they say it is broken and are using a single dongle to get wifi,most times it doesn't work or somebody else has it! Although i knew they were not in Arusha itself, it was inconvient to be so far away from town. Rooms only cleaned once every 2 days. On the plus sides, generally helpfull staff. The grounds are lovely and the food tasty, though breakfast is basic and fairly bland. I feel the whole Covid situation has seen this hotel trying to save costs, which i can understand but to not even be able to provide hot water, thats going too far in my book. I read the reviews and saw the pics which is why i booked, however i feel they have dropped the ball somewhat! I would never stay there again nor would i recommend this hotel to friends or other travellers, shame really as the set up is great
Manish, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very pretty, a lot of nature, amazing staff,very good food! I just have a minor regret is to not have coffee and a bottle of water in the room, but otherwise it was incredibly good experience.
2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Unseasonable rains made the room damp and smelly, roof leaking through. The sheets weren't fully dry.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Resonably priced hotel with very friendly staff. Close to Arusha Town.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My partner and I spent the first few nights of our holiday at the Vijiji Center. The accommodation, food and staff are absolutely fantastic. We were unfortunate enough to have our safari day trip fail to show up. The staff helped us to try and track the company down and when this proved impossible they rearranged our trips for us. They have even written a letter of support to help us get our money back. If you are looking to stay in Arusha and go on day trips we strongly advise that you organise it all through the Vijiji Centre. There is not a great deal to do in the local area but it is a beautiful surrounding within which to relax after a day out on safari. Thank you so much to Sandra, Amos, Maria and all the staff (plus the dogs 😊) for making our trip so memorable.
Matthew, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice place and settings with pleasant cottages, clean room and bathroom, friendly and helpful staff and good restaurant. Limited breakfast but it's the same all over Tanzania. For some people might be a disadvantage it is a little far from the center of Arusha (15 min. drive) but the feeling you're in the country compensates for that.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Xiaoli, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly!
Very welcoming. Good customer service and staff. Lovely grounds. Had s buffet dinner which was tasty. Would recommend as a stopover hotel.
Zoe, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay at Vijiji
The hotel is beautiful grounds are beautiful and have a very tropical vibe, complete with tortoises and beautiful birds. The pool is excellent and great for a refreshing dip. The food was amazing! Most importantly, the staff were extremely kind and helpful. It is not exactly central for Arusha, but it is tucked in a quaint village with an amazing fruit & veg market behind it. We stayed for a chill day and night before heading to Kili airport, which is only 45 minutes away.
Amy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Leider ist Vijiji nach der Renovierung in einem schlechteren Zustand als vorher. Im Zimmer ist kein Schreibtisch, von WLAN auf dem Grundstück ganz zu schweigen - obwohl ich vorab hierzu eine (unbeantwortete) Anfrage geschickt hatte. Das Bad war leider in einem schlimmen Zustand (alte Monatsbinden im Müll), verdreckte Armaturen. Das Zimmer war einfach aber zweckmäßig eingerichtet - nur leider ohne irgendeinen Tisch, abgesehen von einem kleinen, niedrigen Beistelltisch. Schade, der Garten ist immer noch prächtig, die Lage, wenn man nicht mitten im Zentrum sein will, sehr gut.
Sabine, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Horrible.
À éviter. La première chambre n avait pas d eau ! La seconde était sale. Les photos ne correspondent pas du tout. Je voyage beaucoup. Je met rarement un commentaire négatif. Ici tout était décevant. On nous a même donné un faux billet de dollar en payant le transfert à l hôtel.
muriel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Hôtel situé loin du centre-ville. Jardin et bâtiment sumpa. Chambre spacieuse mais surchargée, serviettes de toilette moisies, linge blanc pas très blanc, douche sommaire, propreté globale très médiocre. Personne à l'aéroport pour venir nous chercher malgré notre requête acceptée par l'hôtel, pas d'eau après une nuit passée dans l'hôtel. Wifi consistant en une clef 4g portable à se partager avec une autre chambre.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Rachel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Redusert drif pga corona, så ikke alt fungerte som normslt vil jeg tro. Vanskelig å gi riktig rating.
Hanne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique and worth a visit!
Very cool an unique place that is worth a visit. Located 15 min out of Arusha, things go at a perfect slow pace and the staff is wonderful. Highly recommend staying there for a few days, it's clean, neat, good pool, friendly and the Wifi works.
Matilde, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Ein schöner Ort vor den Toren Arusha's um sich mal aus dem afrikanischen Trubel herauszuziehen. Das Personal ist stets hilfsbereit und engagiert. Leider ist das dinner - buffet nicht immer eine Empfehlung wert. Das Frühstück hingegen ist top!!
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place near Arusha. Beautiful place within typically African setting. Warm welcome and excellent service! The food was delicious!
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

En pärla mitt i ingenstans, men ...
En liten pärla mitt ute i ingenstans! Vi bodde här i två nätter, lugn och mysigt! Åt middag på lokal restaurang bara några meter ifrån hotellet, wow, vilken mat! Hotellet tog 10 USD/person för en buffé, det vi åt på den lokala restaurangen kostade 5 USD för två personer, middag, en öl och en liten glada vin. Våga prova dom små lokala haken, fantastisk mat, för en billig peng! Hotellet har ingen AC på tummen :( och det eldas skräp/ris i tid och otid, så det liggen en konstant rökdimma/lukt i luften! Våga även ta en dala-dala in till Arusha, kostar 500 TSZ/person!
Anneli, 2-night romance trip
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