9.2 · Superb24 reviews
- Check-in from 11:00 AMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at Ilkiding'a.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Scenic Mountain Views - Enjoy stunning mountain views from the garden, terrace, and various rooms at Samora River Lodge.
Convenient Amenities - Benefit from free WiFi, private parking, shared kitchen, and the option to rent a car during your stay.
Exceptional Hospitality - Communicate in English or Swahili with the helpful 24-hour front desk staff who can assist with trip planning and other inquiries.
Book your stay at Samora River Lodge now to experience a perfect blend of comfort and convenience amidst beautiful surroundings.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Garden
Rooms
9.2
Superb
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 24 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.6
- Location9.2
- Rooms9.1
- Amenities8.9
- Value9.1
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Awesome serviceBeautiful environment
RitchieHungaryThe room was lovely, with the sound of the Black River flowing throughout the night and bush babies calling around us in the evening.
We had our meals at the restaurant at the top of the building, and the staff were…
LuciaItalyRoom very nice and well decorate, friendly staff
the rooom was cold when we arrived, hair was found in different spot, generally did not look that clean
GuillemSpainTodo muy bien
VirginiaItalyBuona struttura, qualità proporzionata al prezzo
Immerso nella foresta e alle falde del monte Meru. Personale gentilissimo. Stanza spaziosa con vista sulla foresta. Efficiente trasporto per l’aeroporto, anche se un po’ caro.
Cena non abbondante. Non semplicissimo da…
TravagliniItalyOttimo base di partenza ad Arusha per il Safari
Gentilezza del personale, tranquillità
Nulla
CrianCzech RepublicQuiet and clean in the trees
Excellent and friendly staff, pleasant and clean rooms, and good food. Our stay here was very nice. The rooms are a nice size and have what you need.
The location is a mixed blessing. On the good side, the location a…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Ilkiding'a, Arusha
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Samora River Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Samora River Lodge?
Check-in is from 11:00 AM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Samora River Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Samora River Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Samora River Lodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Samora River Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Samora River Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Samora River Lodge?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 11:00 AM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Samora River Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Samora River Lodge?
Ilkiding'a, Arusha.
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