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The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Safari
Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels
Reviews
7.6

Good

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Kwa Pole Road, Nguruma Village, Arusha
  • Popular LocationLake Duluti6 min drive
  • Popular LocationArusha Clock Tower9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArusha International Conference Centre11 min drive
  • AirportKilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)56 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The staff were friendly, the accommodations were great, and the location was excellent!
Jul 27, 2021
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Room options

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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
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Arusha

Located in Arusha, The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari is in the mountains. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Natural History Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arusha National Park and Mt. Meru. Arusha Clock Tower and Arusha International Conference Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Duluti - 6 min drive
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 9 min drive
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 11 min drive
  • Arusha National Park - 51 min drive
  • Mt. Meru - 73 min drive

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Stop - 10 min drive
  • George's Tavern - 10 min drive
  • Kitamu Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Africafe - 10 min drive
  • Saba Saba - 9 min drive

About this property

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

Lodge near Arusha Clock Tower
Located close to Natural History Museum and Arusha International Conference Centre, The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this lodge. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in the lobby, a gift shop, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari offer amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers
  • Patios and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 25 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge
  • The Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari on Jun 2, 2024 start from ₩104,156, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Arusha Clock Tower, Natural History Museum, and Arusha International Conference Centre. Arusha National Park and Mt. Meru are also within 32 mi (52 km).

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, the accommodations were great, and the location was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Eitan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Very nice people tried to make the best of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Manish

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unseasonable rains made the room damp and smelly, roof leaking through. The sheets weren't fully dry.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resonably priced hotel with very friendly staff. Close to Arusha Town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019