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Mc-Ellys Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Arusha with a casino and free breakfast

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Casino
Exterior
Lobby
Interior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Wasukuma Street, near Meru Post Office, Arusha
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Arusha International Conference Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Arusha

Mc-Ellys Hotel places you within a leisurely stroll of Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium and Arusha Declaration Monument. This 45-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast, a casino, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Njiro Complex - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kitamu Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Africafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Arusha Center Inn Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fifi's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Mc-Ellys Hotel

Hotel in Arusha with a casino and free breakfast
Guests of Mc-Ellys Hotel enjoy features like a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and satellite TV. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers, and memory foam beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Balconies, minibars, and safes are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Casino
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available

Important information

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

Mc-Ellys Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Mc-Ellys Hotel?

This hotel is located in Arusha, a short 15-minute walk from Arusha Clock Tower and also 16 minutes on foot from Maasai Market and Curios Crafts. You'll also find Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium and Arusha Declaration Monument less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include couples treatments and massages.

Does Mc-Ellys Hotel have a casino?

Yes, Mc-Ellys Hotel has a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a casino.

Are there hot tubs at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mc-Ellys Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Mc-Ellys Hotel serves free continental breakfast from its restaurant.

Does Mc-Ellys Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mc-Ellys Hotel.

Does Mc-Ellys Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Mc-Ellys Hotel?

The closest major airport to Mc-Ellys Hotel is Arusha (ARK), which is 4.8 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.), which is around 26.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mc-Ellys Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Mc-Ellys Hotel comes with a balcony.

Mc-Ellys Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was just coming off a tour and had an extra night to spend in Arusha. Rather than spend the night in the tour hotel I decided to try Mc-Elly's for about 4x LESS the price. The area in the daytime is a bit chaotic (industrial area) but it's the real Africa not what I saw in the tour hotel. As soon as the sun goes down it was very quiet. Loved sitting out on my balcony. Breakfast was great, lots of variety and the manager of the hotel even greeted me asking me how I found everything. Nice touch! Recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. They arranged our taxi in the morning and it all went smoothly. The hotel was spotlessly clean, and our room was on the small side, but very comfortable. The beds had mosquito netting, though it hardly seemed necessary. The toilet tank didn’t feel, but there was a water spray available to fill it manually, so it really wasn’t a problem. The restaurant on side was really pleasant. The vegetable curry was outstanding. The chicken rosemary was meager. The prices were very fair. We were able to bring wine from the restaurant to our room after dinner, which was convenient. The area was very congested, and it was challenging for our driver to find it. It felt chaotic and a little dangerous. We did not go out as it was late and we didn’t feel comfortable. All in all, it was fine for an In-and-out, delivered and picked up by taxi stay. Would probably choose something different if I was staying for a few days.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are friendly, helpful and accommodating. Hotel is conveniently located and relatively quiet.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

steve, phoenix, az

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

overnight in Arusha

centrally located with easy access to everything right off the main road. food was good and folks working were very friendly

10/10 Excellent

Roger, Parwich, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little hotel in Arusha

Stayed in McEllys for 8 nights in June/July 2015. A very comfortable, spotlessly clean and reasonably priced hotel situated just of Arusha main street. Staff were all excellent and helpful with very good English skills - reception, restaurant, bar, Manager and domestic staff all strived to make the stay smooth and pleasurable. Breakfast good and evening meals menu limited but well cooked, tasty and good value. Fantastic views of Mt Meru from some rooms and the roof. I would highly recommend McEllys as a comfortable and secure base for a visit to Arusha.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok

Breakfast very average

4/10 Poor

Epifanio, London

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overpriced for what it is.

Average Hotel,too overpriced for what it is.Customer service isn't the best- food at restaurant barely edible.

6/10 Okay

Cheung CHAN, Hong Kong

Good for Overnight Stay

A convenient hotel for overnight stay to catch the early morning bus to other destinations. Wifi connection in the hotel was good.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything I wished it would be.

I was looking for an overnight stay in town before joining group next day to climb Kili. Hotel clean, well located with good breakfast. Safe. Good value.

10/10 Excellent

M and M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Impressed with personal service

We stayed in Arusha at McElly's for 2 nights, either side of a safari. Starting from before we checked in, The staff were all very helpful and willing to help. I emailed the hotel on a couple of occasions and I had lovely prompt replies from the manager Sayuko, which was very reassuring.We were only given one towel between two of us (as seems to be quite normal around these parts) and the extra towel asked for was promptly sent up to us. We also left some of our luggage at the hotel for 6 days while we went away on safari. this was no trouble to them at all. Sayuko also got us out of a jam when we wanted to change flight dates, and let us check out an hour or so late. My husband and I were particularly impressed to see him speak to each guest individually, making sure all was well. this was done both in reception, at breakfast and evening meal. The area around the hotel was not particularly wonderful, but that seems to be normal around the big cities. We did not feel particularly comfortable walking out at night and indeed were warned not to do so but get a taxi instead, particularly as it was round New Year's celebrations. We chose to eat in the hotel at nights.Not a problem during the day. All in all a very comfy stay.

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok

Hotel is nice and clean. Breakfast nothing special. Use of computer for internet was ridiculously expensive.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

McElly's Hotel

The hotel is in a noisy location, the meals are limited and of inferior quality. Linen is old, towels grey. No place for toiletries in the bathroom. Closet had one hanger. Overpriced for this experience. Would not go back. Internet access is free but the network is slow and intermittent. Hotel number is also incorrect which can be tricky to find if our end up with a taxi driver who speaks no English!

4/10 Poor

prudence, South Africa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a NO!!!

the hotel is in downtown arusha and quite unsavory but seems safe. if youre coming back from back packing its a luxury but thats about all. there is no air conditioning, not sure if the water for hot water worked. if no other place to stay then stay but would not recommend

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Budget hotel, O.K. for 1 night

Stayed for 1 night on 2 occasions. 1st night; no hot water in our room and very slow service in hotel resaurant. 2nd night; hot water but no sink plug or TV control. If eating at hotel, advise ordering meal well in advance and then stipulating time you wish to be served. If using hotel taxi service allow plenty of time as driver may go absent. Hotel manager was very helpful and attentive.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

McElys Arusha Tanzania

Very tierd after long journey friendly and helpful staff comfortable room and good food in restaurant. Would recommend.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mc-Elly's Hotel in Arusha, Tanzania

I recently spent a night at Mc-Elly's after completing a safari. I was very happy with the hotel, especially for the price. The room was clean, spacious, and had a balcony. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful, and the food in the restaurant was good and reasonably priced. Although the surrounding neighborhood was nothing special, it was less than a 10 minute walk to the central area of Arusha.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

McElly's Arusha

A comfortable, friendly hotel which is reasonably priced in a sea of ridiculously priced hotels in Arusha.

8/10 Good

Azwar Ikram, UAE.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Busniess place.

If you are in Arusha for Busniess it the place to stay as it is on the Main road in Arusha where all the main busniesses are located so easy to get around. The only problem is that the panels on the baloncy are not as good sound proof as they should be as the Hawhers start to shout from very early in the morning so a bit of distrubuence. Otherwise a clean place to stay.

6/10 Okay

Tonje, Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

One night in Arusha

Stayed here one night with my friend after a safari in Tanzania. The hotel was good and the woman in the reseption was very helpful.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

もうひとつ。

値段で考えた場合、清潔度などが満足できるレベルではないと思います。 半額以下の４０００円以下なら妥当かと。。。

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excellent rapport qualité-prix,très confortable

chambre tout confort équipement moderne

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Suzy, Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mc-Ellys

Zentrale Lage hat uns ueberzeugt und das Abendessen war frisch und gut gekocht.