Title: View Mountain House - Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # View Mountain House - Backpackers Hostel in Arusha with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/674c0730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/8e6215e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/b33b387a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/6a17d971.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/43cedcb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Welcome to View Mountain House - Backpackers, where a warm atmosphere and stunning views await. Enjoy a self-serve breakfast on the garden-fresh terrace, indulge in international cuisine at Mountain house restaurant, explore the library or connect with free WiFi. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-View-Mountain-House.h53157276.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-View-Mountain-House.h53157276.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-3.39362%2C36.65994&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hiEtHom4Sjri6Nhwy_3s7W_mMIQ=) Ngusero Street, Arusha, 00000 #### What's nearby - Cultural Heritage Centre - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles - Arusha Clock Tower - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles - Arusha International Conference Centre - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Njiro Complex - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles #### Getting around - Arusha (ARK) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hot Plate - ‬6 min drive - ‪Khan's Barbeque - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Bistro - ‬6 min drive - ‪Tamani Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### View Mountain House - Backpackers Property highlights Take advantage of free self-service breakfast, a terrace and a garden at View Mountain House - Backpackers. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Mountain house, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers and a 24-hour front desk - Pet-sitting services, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception Room features All guest rooms at View Mountain House - Backpackers boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Showers and shampoo - Wardrobes/cupboards, fans and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Onsite parking available only on request - Free secured self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - Mountain house ### Things to do - Library ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: 50-per cent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 4:30 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.5 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 4:30 AM - Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.5 per night 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 on-site parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash 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 View Mountain House View Mountain House - Backpackers Arusha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is View Mountain House - Backpackers pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from midnight to 4:30 AM for a fee of 50%. ### What time is check-out at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Checkout is at 11:30 AM. ### Does View Mountain House - Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is View Mountain House - Backpackers located? > Situated in Arusha, this hostel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Cultural Heritage Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium and Arusha Declaration Monument. Arusha Clock Tower and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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