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Stella Maris Lodge

3.0 star property

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Shower, towels
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Arusha-Himo Road, Moshi
  • Place, Moshi Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Moshi Cemetery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Uhuru Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Moshi

Stella Maris Lodge is located within a 15-minute drive of Moshi Golf Club and Moshi Cemetery. This 25-room, 3-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with free self parking and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Moshi Golf Club - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Moshi Cemetery - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Uhuru Park - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Moshi Outdoor Market - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Kilimanjaro National Park - 34 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pub alberto - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Union Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SsoH Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Stella Maris Lodge

Stella Maris Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 100000.00 per vehicle one way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, a terrace, and a TV in a common area.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include furnished balconies, phones, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,100 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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: TZS 100000.00 per vehicle (one way)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Stella Lodge
Stella Maris Lodge
Stella Maris Lodge Moshi
Stella Maris Moshi
Stella Maris Lodge Hotel
Stella Maris Lodge Moshi
Stella Maris Lodge Hotel Moshi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Stella Maris Lodge?

Stella Maris Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Stella Maris Lodge?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stella Maris Lodge on Jul 1, 2026 start from $98, 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 is there to do close to Stella Maris Lodge?

This hotel is located in Moshi, close to Uhuru Park, Moshi Golf Club, and Moshi Outdoor Market.

Will I be able to park at Stella Maris Lodge?

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

Does Stella Maris Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Stella Maris Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Stella Maris Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Stella Maris Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like turndown service as well as a bar/lounge and wedding services.

Does Stella Maris Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Stella Maris Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Stella Maris Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Stella Maris Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Stella Maris Lodge.

Does Stella Maris Lodge have connecting rooms available?

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

What is the closest airport to Stella Maris Lodge?

The closest major airport to Stella Maris Lodge is Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.), which is 20.5 mi away (62 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Stella Maris Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Stella Maris Lodge comes with a furnished balcony.

Does Stella Maris Lodge have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Stella Maris Lodge if that's in your vacation plans.

Stella Maris Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived for a late check in and staff was there to greet us. That was a very nice touch. Staff were excellent. Room was clean and amenities adequate. We were given a room with the view of Kilimanjaro which was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff so kind and welcoming. Nothing was any issue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service were so friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Getting in and out was easy. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed spending time at this hotel. The staff are very welcoming and wonderful people to be around. The staff made sure that I had a shuttle to go around town and a safe way to get there, had a secure place to store the remaining luggage, and they made delicious food for breakfast and at the restaurant. I would highly recommend to stay at the Stella Maris Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

FLAVIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service provided by Stella Maris was exceptional. From the airport pick up, to the food and the rooms and the staff who were always smiling, and happy to help us. Keep up the great work.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Owen

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

Great Jumping Off Point For Kili

Really friendly staff keen to make sure you are happy - a great jumping off point for climbing KIlimanjaro Non for profit set up that funds the school in front of the hotel (which also means the road noise is kept to a min)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kwie-Hoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
proceeds go to a good cause nice and clean property friendly and helpful staff is not walkable to center of town, but can ask for local taxi via front desk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Popular point of deprarture for Kili treks, which is actually nice, as you learn a lot from fellow trekkers. Mama is WONDERFUL, and her staff is responsive and attentive. Good food, comfortable/basic accommodations, and good value for what you pay. I totally recommend the post-trek massage!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Anouska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is the heart of the hotel. Olivia, Innocence, Esther and Teddy were fantastic. Incredibly helpful. The breakfasts were delicious and huge portions. And the fruit juices are addictive. The rooms are clean and great water pressure. The rooms can be a little dark and wifi is best in the reception area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

At Stella Maris, You Are Family

The people that work at Stella Maris are wonderful and really set this place apart from other options. I stayed here for 6 nights around a Kilimanjaro trek and it was a very comfortable and warm stay. The staff are friendly and caring and it very quickly felt like my home away from home. The food was also delicious and I appreciated the mission of the hotel+school. If I'm ever back in the Moshi/Arusha area, I'll be looking to stay here again. Be aware that the power does go out in Tanzania from time to time, so it's best to be prepared for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ALT SUPER
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Venlig personale super god service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay before Kilimanjaro trek!

I booked one night here before joining my trekking group the next day. Hotel staff is the friendliest I have ever encountered. My room was clean and comfortable. Water needed to be heated up about 15 minutes before your shower but it is a minor inconvenience. Breakfast was huge and delicious. I look forward to the fresh fruit and smoothie every morning. The hotel donates/supports the nearby school as well. I would definitely recommend Stella Maris.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Stella Maris staff is the highlight of the facility. They immediately become family and treat you as such. The facility is very clean and very well kept. There are limitations that are to be expected as a part of visiting the country and area such as occasional area power outages (which are only a brief interruption till the generator comes on) and periodic brief Wifi disruption common for the area. The food is excellent. The bed is comfortable with a mosquito net. Pillows are comfortable. But again, the staff are the stars of the show.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly and caring staff. We were greeted with a hug and a huge smile. Because of our flight issue and rerouting, we ended up reaching at 8:30 am, far earlier than our anticipated arrival of 3:30 pm. They were very nice and gave us a room at 8:30 am and we were able to catch up with our sleep (previous night was meant to be restful in Nairobi, which never happened due to flight delays and rerouting directly to JRO...so, we were really tired). In the late afternoon, we were hoping to take their transportation service to go to the hot spring (about 50 minute drive each way). Instead of quoting a flat fee for the transportation, they told up that they would charge $70 per person. For 8 people in our group, it would have been $560 for a total of a 3-hour trip. That was too steep. We ended up hiring a taxi service who charged $120 total (for two different vehicles). I guess Stella Maris did not really ever offer that service in the past and was quoting prices based on several tour operators' prices...but the tour operators there take people for a day trip to the hot springs and include a lunch and entrance fee and they do charge about $50 to $70/person. I think Stella Marris is a great place to stay...not fancy but great service and extremely friendly people. We found their gift shop offering to be very reasonably priced (as compared to shops in Arusha). The transportation service (mis)quote notwithstanding, I would highly recommend the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Freundlichkeit aller Mitarbeiter ist nicht zu übertreffen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Very Comfortable with TERRIFIC, Attentive Staff

Large, gracious hotel just outside of Moshi -- down a green country lane – catering to an international clientele, from which all the proceeds go to supporting a school for local children and orphans. The comfortable lobby, dining room and rooms have high ceilings, A/C, WiFi, and in some cases, views of the lovely garden (mine had a private balcony). The two meals I ordered from the chef were excellent. But it was the staff – namely the delightful Teddy, Skola, and Innocent – who were so unbelievably warm, friendly, and attentive, I will always remember them the way they treated me: like family!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Heartfelt Hotel helping non-profit school program.

I chose this hotel due to it's location and pricing. But, wow!. what a great hotel. Very clean and accommodating. And all proceeds go to an elementary/primary school to help young students receive a better education. The people at the hotel support the school. All the hotel staff were amazingly kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful. Rooms were so comfortable. The food was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and clean place. The staff made everything amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Beautiful People

The entire staff is incredibly friendly & helpful. Stella Maris supports the local school that is on the grounds of this hotel. You are treated like family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay ahead of a Kili Trek. Staff was wonderful and we were able to arrange an airport pickup and a drive into Moshi.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A home away from home, felt like being home with my family, excellent service! will go back anytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JIm

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

Great Staff

This is rural Tanzania, so facilities are not what you'd get on 5th avenue, but I don't think I've been at any hotel; in the world that had a friendlier staff or people who remembered my name everytime. They were ready and willing to do whatever they could to make it a good stay. They arranged events and drivers. There was always a cool drink waiting for us. I felt cared about. They treated me like family and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018