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River House Lodge

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Deluxe Double Room | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
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Restaurant
Deluxe Double Room | Private kitchen | Eco-friendly cleaning products, reusable coffee/tea filters

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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sakina,maziwa rd, Arusha, Arusha Region
  • Place, Cultural Heritage Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Arusha Declaration Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Deluxe Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Arusha

River House Lodge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cultural Heritage Centre and Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. This 15-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi. Located centrally in Arusha, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Arusha Declaration Monument and Arusha Clock Tower.

What's nearby

  • Cultural Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Arusha Declaration Monument - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Njiro Complex - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jade Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lively Lady Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KAHAWA cafe Shoppers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stiggbucko Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

River House Lodge

Guests of River House Lodge enjoy a full-service spa, a nightclub, and karaoke. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 40 per room one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a kids' club, and coffee/tea in a common area.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Dining areas, wardrobes or closets, and local meal delivery service are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 90 km
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's club
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only
  • Meal delivery service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (one-way), (from 11 to 12 years old)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 cash
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
  • Check-in: 8:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking. There's also a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 102283600

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).

Property is also known as

River House Lodge Hotel
River House Lodge Arusha
River House Lodge Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of River House Lodge ?

This hotel is located in Arusha, close to Arusha Clock Tower, Njiro Complex, and Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. You'll also find Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Cultural Heritage Centre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at River House Lodge ?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station, wheelchair-accessible parking, and bicycle parkingare also available.

Is there a spa available at River House Lodge ?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include sports massages, deep-tissue massages, and reflexology.

Does River House Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, River House Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at River House Lodge ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about River House Lodge ?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at River House Lodge ?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does River House Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, River House Lodge serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does River House Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at River House Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at River House Lodge ?

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

Where is the closest airport to River House Lodge ?

The closest major airport to River House Lodge is Arusha (ARK), which is 4.4 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at River House Lodge ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at River House Lodge .

River House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Clive, Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff attention to detail is great. Clean and neat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Clive, Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable and safe. The staff are very obliging and go the extra mile to make sure your stay is pleasant. Thanks for a homely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Amenities
There was no pool as advertised. There was no safe in the room as advertised I had to pay extra for a room with a window It wasn’t readily accessible via roadside; it’s a bit off the main road.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable property. Friendly staff. The property itself is safe. But it's tucked deep in small alleys.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jean-Pierre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Le wifi ne fonctionne vraiment pas bien. Le milieu environnant n’est pas sécuritaire, ni intéressant. Chambre trop petite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024