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Olerai Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge in Arusha with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Blackout drapes, bed sheets
Reception hall
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mateves Kisongo, Arusha
  • Place, Meserani Snake Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cultural Heritage Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Arusha (ARK)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Double Room | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Arusha

Olerai Lodge is located within a 15-minute drive of Meserani Snake Park and Cultural Heritage Centre. This 10-room, 4-star lodge has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Meserani Snake Park - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Cultural Heritage Centre - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 19 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 19 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Msumbi Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Butter & Scotch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pole Pole Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Msumbi Coffees - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Olerai Lodge

Lodge in Arusha with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Guests of Olerai Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per vehicle one-way. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a gift shop.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

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 11:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55.0 per night

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 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 55.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Olerai Lodge
Olerai Lodge Lodge
Olerai Lodge Arusha
Olerai Lodge Lodge Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Olerai Lodge?

Olerai Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Olerai Lodge?

This lodge is located in Arusha, close to Cultural Heritage Centre.

Will I be able to park at Olerai Lodge?

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

Does Olerai Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Olerai Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Olerai Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Olerai Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and private dining.

Does Olerai Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Olerai Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Olerai Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Olerai Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Olerai Lodge.

Does Olerai Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Olerai Lodge?

The closest major airport to Olerai Lodge is Arusha (ARK), which is 6.7 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Olerai Lodge?

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

Does Olerai Lodge have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Olerai Lodge.

Olerai Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing. Lucie and staff made sure we were well looked after each night we stayed between our Safari and trek. Rooms are a great size, clean and comfortable. Food and service was amazing. The location is a little remote, but this is the appeal, quiet and the surroundings are perfect to sit back and relax. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bhavesh

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

Relaxed

Lovely place for a thoroughly relaxed stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very peaceful Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aislinn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall loved staying there, staff were so friendly and the rooms were absolutely beautiful. However, lunch was 15$ and dinner 20$ - for these meals you were told what was for dinner and there was no menu.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Edita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wegen organisatorischer Probleme des Driver-Guides nahmen wir das gesamte Gepäck (Kabinentrolley m. Tauchgepäck, 2 Taschen) für eine Nacht mit in die Unterkunft. Auf besagtes Gepäck stürzten sich drei (!) Personen. Mein Trolley wurde mir aus der Hand gerissen, obwohl ich deutlich machte, dass das nicht nötig ist. No go. Das leckere Abendessen bestand aus einer Vor- und Nachspeise in Buffetform mit großer und guter Auswahl, das Hauptgericht konnte man wählen. Die Cocktails waren lecker. Den nahegelegenen Fluglärm hört man, nicht jedoch nachts. Die Anfahrt ist aufgrund einer Vielzahl an Schlaglöchern beschwerlich und zieht sich. Nach dem sehr guten Frühstück begab ich mich zur Begleichung der Rechnung mit lediglich meinem Trolley zur Rezeption. Als ich bereits auf der Terrasse war und damit in unmittelbarer Nähe zur Rezeption (4-5m), schrie mir eine Dame des Personals, fixiert auf Trinkgeld, hinterher. Während ich bezahlte, betrat sie, ohne zu klopfen, einfach unser Zimmer. Mein Freund, welcher sich auf der Toilette befand, musste mit ihr diskutieren, bis sie endlich ging. Privat- und Intimsphäre total ignoriert. Bezahlung per Kreditkarte: Angeblich nur in USD möglich mit sehr schlechtem Kurs. Ich nannte ihr einen wirklich großzügigen Betrag inkl. VAT und Trinkgeld (teilte dies so auch mit), woraufhin sie dann noch einen Zuschlag hinzurechnete. No Go. FAZIT: Auf Geld fixierte Kofferträger und Rezeptionistin FLOP, übriges Personal, Unterkunft und Essen TOP. Nicht nochmal!

8/10 Good

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beau Lodge, joli buffet avec produits locaux et cuisiné excellente. Un peu déçue de la chambre, moins belle que la première fois. Personnel accueillant
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024