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Shamba Hostel

Arusha hostel with bar/lounge

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Mon, Dec 29
Fri, Jan 2
December 2025
28
January 2026
When visiting Arusha, Shamba Hostel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking
CA $69
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Comfort Twin Room | Bathroom
Comfort Twin Room
Comfort Twin Room | Bathroom
Comfort Twin Room | Bathroom

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Comfort Triple Room | Bathroom
Comfort Triple Room
Comfort Triple Room
Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
Comfort Single Room | Bathroom
Comfort Single Room
Comfort Single Room
Comfort Single Room | Bathroom

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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2325 Arusha, Maji ya Chai, Arusha, Arusha Region, 255

What's nearby

  • Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate - 20 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lake Duluti - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 30 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Njiro Complex - 34 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Arusha National Park - 42 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 43 min drive
  • Arusha (ARK) - 67 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rotterdam Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dinah Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ngurdoto Mountain Lodge Coffee Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Njeree's Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kangaroo Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Shamba Hostel

When visiting Arusha, Shamba Hostel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 1.8 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Communal living room
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.8 percent
  • Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge of USD 3 per day

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Shamba Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Shamba Hostel?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Shamba Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shamba Hostel?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Shamba Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Shamba Hostel also has a garden.

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Shamba Hostel Reviews

6.0

Good

6.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Good

Some of the descriptions they state on the website is untrue, and i wish they can be more honest to themselves and to the customers .
Jean, 2-night trip