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The African Tulip Hotel

4.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Arusha hotel

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Interior
Lounge
Outdoor pool
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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4 Serengeti Road, Arusha, 00255
  • Place, Arusha Clock Tower
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Maasai Market and Curios Crafts
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Arusha

Arusha retreat .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Arusha hotel, you'll find Arusha Clock Tower and Natural History Museum. Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Arusha International Conference Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Arusha Clock Tower - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Natural History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sanna Restaurant Rooftop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cossis - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fifi's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The African Tulip Hotel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Arusha hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. An outdoor pool, gift shops/newsstands, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The African Tulip Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Arusha hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The African Tulip Hotel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars. This Arusha hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between midnight and 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between midnight and 10:30 AM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM.
  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

African Tulip
African Tulip Arusha
African Tulip Hotel
African Tulip Hotel Arusha
The African Tulip Hotel Hotel
The African Tulip Hotel Arusha
The African Tulip Hotel Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

How close is The African Tulip Hotel to the airport?

The African Tulip Hotel is 6.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Arusha (ARK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The African Tulip Hotel?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The African Tulip Hotel on Jun 10, 2026 start from $292, 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.

Does The African Tulip Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The African Tulip Hotel.

Does The African Tulip Hotel offer free breakfast?

The African Tulip Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The African Tulip Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The African Tulip Hotel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The African Tulip Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The African Tulip Hotel have a pool?

The African Tulip Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Does The African Tulip Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The African Tulip Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The African Tulip Hotel to downtown Arusha?

The African Tulip Hotel is 5.3 mi away from Arusha.

The African Tulip Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent staff, great food

This hotel was a lovely place to stay for my 2 night trip - the staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was cleaned very well each day, and the restaurant served a great mix of flavourful food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful transition property for both before and after safari. Nice room, great restaurant and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and artwork in the hallways. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic beautiful property. Exceeded expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful overnight stay for the start of our safari. Staff and facilities were delightful. Ambiance was warm and welcoming. Our dinner and breakfast buffet were great. We had a short but very pleasant stay. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Well located hotel central to Arusha

We used the hotel before and after our Kili climb. The staff could not have been more helpful with storing baggage and valuables, making ad hoc calls to our tour company etc. The hotel is very clean, comfortable and has a good restaurant
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Exceptional artwork in the public areas. Spacious room with comfortable bed. No elevator, but staff ferried my bags up and down from the second floor. Excellent gift shop and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jian-Qing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were so friendly that one staff even wanted to help me to clean my muddy shoes! The manager greeted me every day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful hotel and property in the heart of Arusha. The staff is so attentive and kind from the moment you enter. The restaurant and bar were great too! Would definitely stay here again next time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food/rooms/staff! The pool bar was closed when I was there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb forest location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the staff are very attentive. I would highly recommend The African Tulip Hotel. It is excellent value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was perfect! Cleanness, staff, breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and very clean. We were upgraded to a suite for our family (2A2K) free of charge, which was nice. Very nice pool and deck. Continental breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent choice for our Arusha stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EliM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, airy and caring staff. Great restaurant, reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great Customer Service

We stayed at The African Tulip Hotel for 2 nights before taking a safari. We arrived late in the evening and the front desk was staffed and a bellman available to take our bags to our room. I travel with my own breakfast food and requested that a glass of milk be sent to my room at 6:00 am. At 6:00 am on the dot, there was a knock at the door. Our room was safari themed, was spacious and clean and even had universal outlets for our electronic devices. The water is not safe to drink (or anywhere else in Tanzania) but is safe to brush your teeth...but we did not take that risk. The hotel provided ample bottles of water. They have a nice bar and restaurant. We had Indian food which was very, very good. The staff...from the manager on down to the bellman are customer focused and are there to please. The hotel is gated and has a security guard at the entrance. The pool is on the small side but we did not go to Tanzania to swim so it was fine for us. I would definitely stay there again should our travels take us back to Arusha.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a quick stay over from cross-country travel before flying out, but very nice property, very attentive staff and very professional hotel manager. Rooms were big, bright, clean well appointed and lovely. Also, very nice bar area, restaurant, pool area and cute gift shop. Also, nice and quiet for a good night's sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff. Nice restaurant. Room was lovely. There isn’t anything I didn’t like about this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food, service and accommodations were all excellent. Wish it was in a better part of town, but it was well-secured and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent établissement avant démarrage d'un safari
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
If you like to sleep on concrete, and pay top dollar for the experience, then this is the hotel for you! I have travelled and stayed in all manner of accomodation, this was clean, rooms airconditioned, but the bed was the WORST I have EVER slept in. It was so bad that for our remaining two nights, I relocated to the 'day bed' to sleep. And I thought the beds in SE Asia were hard..... they are positively plush in comparison. Thankfully this was the only hotel we came across during our travels around Tanzania that had such beds. We arrived late following an extremely long flight and a three hour wait for bags that didn't make the flight and were told by the receptionist that the dining room was open. We put our hand lughage into our room, and went straight down. We were not offered any menus, just that the waiter would bring soup and then we could help ourselves to the buffet that I suspect had seen better days. There were some crumbs left on the 'dessert' table, and not a great deal else. They still had the Christmas lights up, which would have been nice, had they not been accompanied by a tacky tune you'd expect from a child's toy constantly repeating. It wasn't until the following day that we discovered there was a cheaper, simple menu we could have ordered from. The breakfast was very good, so no complaints there. The staff were very nice, but we watched the interactions with them and the manager, and we gathered from bloody language, tone etc that he wasn't particular
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharath

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

Lovely hotel in the heart of Arusha

Fantastic boutique hotel in the heart of Arusha. The staff are service focused and food at the restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay at. The staff members went above and beyond to make sure the stay was comfortable. The food here is pretty tasty as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018