Swahili Villa
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationNelson Mandela Road, ArushaShow on map
Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.5461Reviews- Check-in from 10:00 AMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.5 out of 10, at Nelson Mandela Road.
Garden, Terrace, and Bar Enjoy the lush garden, relaxing terrace, and lively bar at Swahili Villa.
Convenient Amenities Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, shared kitchen, and free WiFi.
Comfortable Rooms Relax in cozy rooms with wardrobes, private bathrooms with showers, and seating areas. Enjoy a delightful stay at Swahili Villa in Arusha - book now to experience it yourself!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Hiking
- BBQ facilities
- Laundry
- Airport shuttle
- Bar
Rooms
9.5
Exceptional
Rated 9.5 out of 10 by 461 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.0
- Service10.0
- Location8.5
- Rooms9.5
- Amenities9.5
- Value10.0
- Food & drink9.5
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood foodClean roomsComfortable stay
*Cristy89SpainMe ha gustado todo, el trato, el alojamiento, la comida, la hospitalidad y la atención recibida
Ninguna queja
ValeriaCREl de mejor hospedaje de la zona
Muy me sentí muy como casa
Si me encantó
ReyhanaGermanyVery good
Friendly staff, clean rooms and delicious food.
AbeerMoroccoWonderful stay!
Lovely stay and a perfect choice for a first-time solo female traveller in Arusha. The room was comfortable and beautifully designed, and the food was very good. The two ladies looking after the villa were absolutely…
MaximilianGermanyThis stay will make you happy
Best stay we had in all of East Africa - suuuuper good service, they go the extra mile and pay attention to detail. Food is amazing, fair prices, nice ambiance, clean, quiet, comfortable, everything works well!
Nothing,…
ElenaItalyStrongly recommended!
Extremely good value for money, the rooms are so nice and well kept, the dinner was delicious and the staff is super kind and friendly!
You can hear a bit of noise from the room during the night and in the early morning,…
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
Nelson Mandela Road, Arusha
Guests rate the location 8.5 out of 10 — very good.
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 10:00 AM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
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 desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- 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 Swahili Villa
What time is check-in and check-out at Swahili Villa?
Check-in is from 10:00 AM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Swahili Villa allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Swahili Villa have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Swahili Villa?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 10:00 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 Swahili Villa?
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 Swahili Villa?
Nelson Mandela Road, Arusha.
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