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Arusha Serena Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center

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Front of property
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Arusha Town, Arusha
  • Lake Duluti
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Njiro Complex
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Arusha

Close to airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Duluti and 9 miles (15 km) of Arusha Golf Course. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Arusha Clock Tower and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts.

What's nearby

  • Lake Duluti - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Njiro Complex - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate - 26 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Onsea House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪QX - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Amber Bar And Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Picasso Cafè - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪AICC Club - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Arusha Serena Hotel

3-star hotel with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite business center. Spa services, a library, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Arusha Serena Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Arusha hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arusha Serena Hotel offers 42 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. This Arusha hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arusha Serena Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 150.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 12000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TZS 6000 (one-way), (from 4 to 17 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 150.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 16653

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Arusha Serena Hotel to the airport?

Arusha Serena Hotel is 13.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Arusha (ARK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arusha Serena Hotel?

As of Jun 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arusha Serena Hotel on Jul 5, 2025 start from $274.58, excluding 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.

Does Arusha Serena Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Arusha Serena Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of TZS 12000 per person, one-way.

Does Arusha Serena Hotel offer free breakfast?

Arusha Serena Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Arusha Serena Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Arusha Serena Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Arusha Serena Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Arusha Serena Hotel have a pool?

Arusha Serena Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Arusha Serena Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Arusha Serena Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages.

How close is Arusha Serena Hotel to downtown Arusha?

Arusha Serena Hotel is 9.3 mi away from Arusha.

Arusha Serena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Loved the monkeys on the property, the staff was excellent and the property beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds are beautiful! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend them!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Illona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms in a lush setting. Staff were extremely competent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

Five star Tanzanian experience

This is truly a Tanzanian great value five star experience. Service is excellent, food is excellent and course dinner very reasonably priced. Breakfast is complimentary. The rooms are very clean, there is an AC unit in some of the rooms. The room is decorated in a style that speaks to the region. The WiFi is best in the common area which is typical for hotels in this country. There is consistent hot water for the shower which I did not experience in any other hotel here. The grounds are immaculately maintained. The staff was very kind in accommodating my requests. I started the trip here and ended the trip here and I am so happy I did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

5 star Tanzanian experience

This is truly a Tanzanian 5 star experience. Service is excellent, food is excellent and very reasonably priced. The rooms are very clean, there is an AC unit in the room I am staying in. The room is decorated in a style that speaks to the region. The WiFi is best in the common area which is typical for hotels in this country. There is consistent hot water for the shower which I did not experience in any other hotel here. The grounds are immaculately maintained. The staff was very kind in accommodating my requests. I started the trip here and ended the trip here and I am so happy I did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely tranquil place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Charlotte

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful, quiet property with excellent staff. We had a room with a large king, and twin bed, perfect for families. It is a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Arusha. Wonderful place to stay with the bonus of several monkeys on the property for entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place !! Very clean and relax
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nirav, Nairobi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
monkeys on the roof were a lot of fun! Beautiful grounds and buildings. Very helpful staff and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross, Los Altos

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

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

H. PETER

Traveled with partner
The only problem worth noting in my 2 stays ( before and after a 13 day safari) was the inability of the property to process credit cards. This required much more cash than travelers are accustomed to carrying.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

JOSE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Said, San Diego

Traveled with family
Old building, kept clean and the surrounding is nice but needs more work. The food is terrible, I would give it a one star nothing more. For a Serena I was hoping they would have good food and the menu looks like it was written in the 70s or 90s and was never changed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful! The grounds are designed in such a way you just want to stay forever. A nice walking path allows some exercise while enjoying the grounds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiul lodge, rooms and gardens. Excellent food. Fantastic staff. Recommend doing the walk around Lake Duluti
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farron

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

Beautiful Stay

We had two beautiful nights here with exceptional service from the staff who were kind and attentive to your every need. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. I would stay here again and recommend it to anyone wanting peace and serenity.
Beautiful Bungalows!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Head office needs to get their act sorted

We arrived at Arusha Serena Hotel at 3.30am after a 24-hour journey, only to be told they did not have a reservation for us. I showed the receptionist the hotels.com booking and she finally gave us a key and said she would sort it in the morning. No apology the next morning. The rooms are very nice, in little rondavals. A bit smaller than shown on their photos though. Good choice at breakfast and overall the staff were very polite and friendly. Would I stay again - Yes but central reservations need to get their act together. Out of the 6 lodges we stayed at in Tanzania, 2 belonged to Serena. The 2nd hotel (Ngorongoro) had overbooked and we had a terrible experience there - again in was down to central reservations. Such a shame because both properties are lovely and unique and have lovely staff. Let down completely by head office.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

Beautiful place to stay just outside Arusha

Beautiful hotel! The rooms are all separate bungalows spread out over a large park like area which is very beautiful. There is a nice walking trail that goes around the entire area and we really enjoyed it. The restaurant is outstanding and has a good selection. Very good breakfast too. We ate several meals there. The photos on the website are exactly what it looks like. Very friendly staff. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra, Beverly Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If you want to stay in a hut in an ugly part of Arusha, without the safari animals, this is your place. Most guests use it overnight on their way to where the animals are. Pretty “rustic”.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022