Title: The Equator Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=178011&destination=Arusha%2C+Arusha+Region%2C+Tanzania&selected=13429712&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Equator Hotel Sunny days offer garden relaxation or culinary adventures at nearby restaurants, while evenings bring the soothing sounds of live music from the hotel bar ## Photo gallery for The Equator Hotel ![Property grounds - The Equator Hotel (Arusha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/a18454e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - The Equator Hotel (Arusha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/4fe2229c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, City View | Garden view - The Equator Hotel (Arusha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/693bb21c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Equator Hotel (Arusha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/03c4c82c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - The Equator Hotel (Arusha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/a35f6d60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Equator Hotel, in a lively spot, offers a breakfast buffet, terrace relaxation, and garden strolls. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning, and an on-site restaurant serving all day. Guests love the barbecue facilities and helpful concierge staff. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar £64 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13429712&PinnedHotelID=13429712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, City View ![Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, City View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13429800/13429712/693bb21c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, City View 7.2 Good 10 reviews - City view - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ## You may also like Ad ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/80000000/79940000/79930500/79930471/eee02c31_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Kibo Palace Apartments Arusha - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arusha-Hotels-Kibo-Palace-Apartments.h79930471.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-5&chkout=2026-4-6&rm1=a2®ionId=178011&destination=Arusha&destType=MARKET&latLong=-3.450238,36.676114&searchId=8325c12a-82cd-4604-92d3-455809403e7b&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2390000/2384400/2384397/d53f74ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Arusha Serena Hotel Arusha - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 63 reviews £124 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arusha-Hotels-Arusha-Serena-Hotel.h2384397.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-2&chkout=2026-4-3&rm1=a2®ionId=178011&destination=Arusha&destType=MARKET&latLong=-3.450238,36.676114&searchId=8325c12a-82cd-4604-92d3-455809403e7b&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34870000/34865500/34865479/3d8a8bc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Gran Melia Arusha Arusha - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 157 reviews £276 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arusha-Hotels-Gran-Melia-Arusha.h34865479.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-4-1&chkout=2026-4-2&rm1=a2®ionId=178011&destination=Arusha&destType=MARKET&latLong=-3.450238,36.676114&searchId=8325c12a-82cd-4604-92d3-455809403e7b&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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[Visit our Arusha travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arusha.dx178011) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.37087%2C36.69556&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F5aXy3sEGuPWSbPM4aYwndioOsQ=) Boma Road, Arusha, 3002 ### What's nearby - Natural History Museum 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Arusha Clock Tower 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Arusha International Conference Centre 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Maasai Market and Curios Crafts 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Arusha Declaration Monument 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Arusha (ARK) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Kaffé Koffee Arusha 12 min walk - The Chinese Dragon 19 min walk - George's Tavern 17 min walk - Fifi's 5 min walk - Sanna Restaurant Rooftop 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Equator Hotel Property highlights At The Equator Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - 1 meeting room, luggage storage and concierge services - Newspapers in the reception, barbecues and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at The Equator Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No lift (single-level property) ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Equator Hotel Arusha Equator Hotel Equator Arusha The Equator Hotel Hotel The Equator Hotel Arusha The Equator Hotel Hotel Arusha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Equator Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Equator Hotel? ### How much is parking at The Equator Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Equator Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Equator Hotel? ### Where is The Equator Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Equator Hotel Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 43 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable rooms, good breakfast, and incredibly welcoming and accommodating staff. For the price, the Equator is among the best in Arusha. ##### Alex Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### RJP 26 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Simple but very nice and especially the restaurant, good location near the clock tower. ##### RJP Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rita 15 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Equator in Arusha Clean , comfortable, good value for the money… staff very accommodating. Excellent location in the center of the town, near clock tower… easy to get transportation to various spots … had a good stay ##### Rita Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The rooms were very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The restaurant had delicious food with a beautiful breakfast spread. Thank you to the front desk for being so helpful and coordinating rides for me! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would recommend Equator Hotel to anyone visiting Arusha. ##### Dana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stanislava 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very pleasant city centre hotel with garden. The hotel is ideally located in the centre of Arusha. It has wonderful large garden and the spacious balcony of our room overlooked that garden. The rooms were also spacious with comfortable beds. The breakfast was varied with fruits, fresh pancakes and eggs at your choice prepared on the spot. The hotel might need a little update of the bathrooms but currently it is excellent value for money. ##### Stanislava Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Tarald 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Balcony facing the garden Very basic, big plus for large rooms, lots of hot water, really nice garden - and location (very near the Clock Tower, most hotels here are much more expensive) and price. No thrills, but definitely worth the money. We have stayed here several times and will be back. Ask for room with balcony facing the garden. ##### Tarald Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### George 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This less expensive hotel in Arusha was quite satisfactory! It’s not 5 stars but it is a safe and comfortable hotel! The reason I gave it a 4 was because the smoke alarm binged all night ? Needs new battery? The bed was fine; mosquito netting was good; breakfast was quite good with lots of fresh fruit! The staff were very pleasant ##### George Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith 24 Mar 2024 We stayed at Equator hotel 3 nights during our Safari in Tanzania, before, and after. The staff was always smiling and we enjoyed at lot of fist and elbow greetings. Our laundry was done very timely. The restaurant was spacious and the food was well prepared. Expedia didn’t contact them for our arrival but the Equator staff were able to accommodate us. We eve had a few words in Swahili taught to us by the staff. ##### Judith Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Janice 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities This was a very conveniently located, safe environment. The breakfast buffet was adequate, but we didn't eat any other meals there. The room and bed were comfortable; great hot water in the shower. We were there in the cooler months, so things were fine, but I'm not sure how comfortable it would be in the hot months as there was no AC in the room, but there is a fan. What they really lack is a way to enjoy their outdoor garden area. There were no seats outside in the grass. Maybe a park bench, some tables and chairs placed around the property so you could sit outside on a nice day and enjoy the fresh air would be a big improvement. I would certainly stay here again, but just set your expectations properly. ##### Janice Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Alex 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hotel for the price. The property is beautiful, rooms are clean and turned over every day. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is good, although there could be more consistency in the coffee amount and quality. Nice little bar as well, prices are a bit more expensive than out on the town, but definitely reasonable. My only major complaint is the shower/hot water situation, having stayed in 3 different rooms, it is very inconsistent in how well it works. Sometimes its fine, other times its not. The most recent room I stayed in had plenty of hot water, but when showering, you could only get blisteringly hot or cold at once, never a warm blend. However, hot water issues are common even at the more expensive hotels in Arusha, so its expected. Location is safe and very convenient, right by the clock tower and the museum. I will definitely stay here again next time I am in Arusha ##### Alex Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Lydia 10 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Overpriced for what you get. Needs updating The cleaning staff were all very nice. The front desk staff seemed indifferent and maybe preoccupied. Breakfast was terrible but coffee and teapot in the room was nice. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/97f3e90c-bfd2-4db3-aab4-7ae2c3d88252-1754834004285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lydia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### kjetil 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Staff & service Very frienfly staff. Good value for the price. Placed right in city center. Spacey rooms ##### kjetil Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Edward 25 Apr 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Will come again! Nice garden. Very nice staff. Good restaurant. Wifi could be better. ##### Edward Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Douglas 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Room comfort #### Very Good Value for Money Great location. Friendly staff. Fine and abundant breakfast. Spacious room. Beautiful gardens. Full-service restaurant . Under $40 USD per night ##### Douglas Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### HOI KEI 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice location with quiet environment I came early and they allowed me to check in before noon. Friendly staff asked me did I need mosquito spray at night. Nice location near the centre. ##### HOI KEI Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Dave 13 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Dinner food needs improvement ##### Dave Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### YOKO 10 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 市内のほぼ中心地にあり、非常に便利でした。部屋も広く清潔で、お湯も問題なく使用できました。バルコニーから広いお庭が見えて美しかったです。テラスでの朝食が爽やかでとてもよかったです。スタッフの方々も親切でフレンドリーでした。チェックイン時間より早く到着したのですが、荷物を預かってくれたので助かりました。 ![Room](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/505b940d-1c8e-40c9-a9dc-443e9b0ba4bd-1765351982752.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cd466eb0-c26c-4b13-9347-f8da91784cfd-1765352131547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### YOKO Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### James 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Rapport qualité prix bien ##### James Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francine 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bon rapport qualité prix Accueil très agréable, literie très confortable. Parfait, tout est positif pour moi. Situation centrale dans la ville. Restaurant à des prix abordables pour éviter de sortir le soir. La réceptionniste a même accepté de changer de date de réservation au dernier moment. A recommander. ##### Francine Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chiedozie 3 Jan 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sadly horrible everything No AC, rooms smell and roaches in room. No safe ##### Chiedozie Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 3 Jun 2021 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The garden is very nice, well looked after. They try very much to keep the rooms and everywhere clean and even the linen. The building needs some tender care, painting and there is a smell that hits you as you enter the lobby or sitting or bar area or the kitchen. I dont know what it is, could be from the building or burning some stuff. That place has a good potential to be a comfortable destination ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in May 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 10 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### A garden hotel in the city The Equator Hotel Arusha is conveniently located near the Clock Tower, a mini-grocery, and coffee shops like Bamboo Cafe and Africafe. The hotel has a nice garden, courteous staff, and a welcoming owner/manager. The spacious rooms are relatively old, but well-kept. Wifi internet was supposed to be available in the rooms, but the staff couldn't make it work. The staff, and the owner/manager eventually found a way to address the issue. The electricity socket extensions didn't function, too. On our check-out day, we were allowed to store our suitcases; and given packed breakfast to-go, as our safari tour started early in the morning. The receptionist, Fatuma, is courteous and helpful. She can further improve her service by answering questions properly instead of asking questions back\*. \* a couple of examples: 1\. When asked "what is the normal time for breakfast?" Fatuma's response was "what time do you want for breakfast?" We eventually learned that it's 7:30-10 AM. 2\. Me during our first breakfast: "What are the options for breakfast?" Fatuma's reply: "What do you want for breakfast?" As it turned out, there was a menu for breakfast. She could have told me about it or shown me the menu right away. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 21 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service great green space. breakfast had good variety. bathroom was a bit run down. lots of atms around. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very well located place with an excellent service. On-site restaurant and peaceful garden. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Tone 11 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value Basic hotel, cheap but good. I had a nice and quiet room with balcony facing the garden. The bed was good, all the fixtures worked, the shower was warm, the room was spacious. Breakfast was African and basic, but if you asked for something else, they might be able to help you. E.g. I don’t like the flavoured and sweetened yoghurts, so instead they gave me a bowl of natural yoghurt from the Indian kitchen. II tried the restaurant for dinner also and you can have a very decent meal if you stay away from dishes that may be tough or bony! Their Indian vegetarian dishes are excellent! No elevator in the hotel, so this is not your place if you’re infirm. Very central location - I would stay there again. ##### Tone Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matemwe-Hotels-Emerald-Zanzibar-Resort-Spa.h78245396.Hotel-Information) > - [Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paje-Hotels-Amani-Boutique-Hotel.h45431049.Hotel-Information) > - [Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pearl-Beach-Resort-Zanzibar.h39193618.Hotel-Information) > - [LUX Marijani Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Marijani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h69923153.Hotel-Information) > - [Anantya Serengeti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arusha-Hotels-Anantya.h95540769.Hotel-Information) > - [Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information) > - [Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h903728.Hotel-Information) > - [Meliá Serengeti Lodge Member of Meliá Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Melia-Serengeti-Lodge.h18410258.Hotel-Information) > - [Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Pwani-Mchangani.h95985922.Hotel-Information) > - [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > - [Amaan Beach Bungalows](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Amaan-Beach-Bungalows.h18835360.Hotel-Information) > - [Africa Safari Selous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Selous-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Selous.h8446485.Hotel-Information) > - [Manyara Lake View](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Manyara-National-Park-Hotels-Manyara-Wildlife-Safari-Camp.h4857406.Hotel-Information) > - [Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Safari-Lodge-Serengeti.h2949601.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > - [Ngorongoro Lions Paw](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Lions-Paw.h31668051.Hotel-Information) > - [Zuri Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Zuri-Zanzibar.h20217090.Hotel-Information) > - [Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Neptune-Pwani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h4544303.Hotel-Information) > - [Nungwi Dreams by Mantis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Nungwi-Dreams.h19700686.Hotel-Information) > - [Mambo Ocean Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Mambo-Ocean-Resort.h91290625.Hotel-Information) > - [Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/NGORONGORO-MARERA-MOUNTAIN-VIEW-LODGE.h55015788.Hotel-Information) > - [Karatu Simba Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatu-Hotels-Karatu-Simba-Lodge.h21537856.Hotel-Information) > - [Farm of Dreams Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatu-Hotels-Farm-Of-Dreams-Lodge.h11806795.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > - [Africa Safari Lake Natron Camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Natron-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Lake-Natron-Camping.h71677276.Hotel-Information) > - [Antares Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Mani-Hotels-Antares-Villa.h95147597.Hotel-Information) > - [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > - [PILI PILI UHURU](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jambiani-Hotels-PILI-PILI-UHURU.h76785042.Hotel-Information) > - [Highview Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatu-Hotels-Highview-Hotel.h22109001.Hotel-Information) ---