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Skill Forest Lodge

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A lush indoor garden with a rock formation, wooden pergola, and various tropical plants.
A room with a unique curved bed, a small table with a bowl, and a view of the outdoors through a door.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Kimandolu, Arusha, Arusha Region
  • Place, Arusha Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Njiro Complex
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Family Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

Family Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A double room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Basic Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A small room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a door.

Standard Single Room

  • Mountain view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a unique curved bed, a small table with a bowl, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

Executive Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a door, and a window with blinds.

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Arusha

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Arusha Golf Course, Skill Forest Lodge places you within a few miles (5 km) of Arusha Clock Tower. This 14-room, 5-star lodge has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Arusha Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Njiro Complex - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pillars - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Hub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Msumbi Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Skill Forest Lodge

Skill Forest Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 60 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this luxury lodge include local meal delivery service and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and bidets, and memory foam beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Desks, wardrobes or closets, and toothbrushes and toothpaste are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2021
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

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
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

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 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way), (from 5 to 17 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
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 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.
  • 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Arusha Lodge
Arusha Arusha
Arusha Lodge Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Skill Forest Lodge?

Skill Forest Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Skill Forest Lodge?

As of Aug 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skill Forest Lodge on Aug 28, 2026 start from $32, including 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.

What can I see around Skill Forest Lodge?

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

Will I be able to park at Skill Forest Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Are there luxury amenities available at Skill Forest Lodge?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a restaurant, champagne service, and a bar/lounge at this lodge.

Does Skill Forest Lodge have a casino?

No, Skill Forest Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Skill Forest Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Skill Forest Lodge good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and couples/private dining.

Does Skill Forest Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Skill Forest Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Skill Forest Lodge serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Skill Forest Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Skill Forest Lodge.

Does Skill Forest Lodge have connecting rooms available?

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

What is the closest airport to Skill Forest Lodge?

The closest major airport to Skill Forest Lodge is Arusha (ARK), which is 8.9 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.), which is located 29.4 mi away (67-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Skill Forest Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Skill Forest Lodge.

Skill Forest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Violet was so kind and made us a free local dish just so we could try it. Very welcoming and great service. Violet is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don't let the ride there dictate what you're going to think of the hotel because trust me the right there is really brutal but it is so so so so so worth it extremely beautiful the hotel itself is exceptional staff are very good I greatly enjoyed it I would show you some of the pictures but apparently there's no way to do that but I'm telling you it's worth it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice. It had hot water!!!! 3 months here and that's gotta be the hottest shower I have had ..the view was exceptional. Getting there wasn't easy but once your there it was very nice. I had some trouble with booking as I accidentally booked the week after but it was fixed. Very good manager. Rooms were very clean and surprisingly cool without air conditioning unit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abderrazak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tout était parfait Propre, petit-déjeuner bien.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastisk värd, så hjälpsam, rar och trygg. Rena rum och god mat. Ett toppenställe som rekommenderas starkt
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025