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The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

Akheri, Meru

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3.6/5

GoodFrom 20 reviews

5.0/527 Jul 2021

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

The staff were friendly, the accommodations were great, and the location was excellent!

5.0/516 Feb 2020

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

Very pretty, a lot of nature, amazing staff,very good food! I just have a minor regret is to not have coffee and a bottle of water in the room, but otherwise it was incredibly good experience.

5.0/53 Feb 2020

Matilde • Trip with Friends

Very cool an unique place that is worth a visit. Located 15 min out of Arusha, things go at a perfect slow pace and the staff is wonderful. Highly recommend staying there for a few days, it's clean, neat, good pool, friendly and the Wifi works.

5.0/511 Oct 2019

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

Resonably priced hotel with very friendly staff. Close to Arusha Town.

5.0/525 Sep 2019

Matthew • Couple Trip

My partner and I spent the first few nights of our holiday at the Vijiji Center. The accommodation, food and staff are absolutely fantastic. We were unfortunate enough to have our safari day trip fail to show up. The staff helped us to try and track the company down and when this proved impossible they rearranged our trips for us. They have even written a letter of support to help us get our money back. If you are looking to stay in Arusha and go on day trips we strongly advise that you organise it all through the Vijiji Centre. There is not a great deal to do in the local area but it is a beautiful surrounding within which to relax after a day out on safari. Thank you so much to Sandra, Amos, Maria and all the staff (plus the dogs 😊) for making our trip so memorable.

5.0/53 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Wonderful place near Arusha. Beautiful place within typically African setting. Warm welcome and excellent service! The food was delicious!

5.0/56 Jan 2019

Amy • Couple Trip

The hotel is beautiful grounds are beautiful and have a very tropical vibe, complete with tortoises and beautiful birds. The pool is excellent and great for a refreshing dip. The food was amazing! Most importantly, the staff were extremely kind and helpful. It is not exactly central for Arusha, but it is tucked in a quaint village with an amazing fruit & veg market behind it. We stayed for a chill day and night before heading to Kili airport, which is only 45 minutes away.

4.0/55 Jul 2024

Kevin • Couple Trip

Nice place except the noise coming from the other side of the wall was ungodly which is out of managements control. Loud music and preaching until 3am several nights in a row so very hard to sleep. Also rather hard to locate at first. On the other hand, the rooms were great, staff very friendly & helpful, the food is excellent and the grounds are beautiful.

4.0/524 Apr 2021

Eitan • Couple Trip

Nice place. Very nice people tried to make the best of our stay.

4.0/518 Aug 2019

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

Ein schöner Ort vor den Toren Arusha's um sich mal aus dem afrikanischen Trubel herauszuziehen. Das Personal ist stets hilfsbereit und engagiert. Leider ist das dinner - buffet nicht immer eine Empfehlung wert. Das Frühstück hingegen ist top!!

4.0/517 Aug 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Nice place and settings with pleasant cottages, clean room and bathroom, friendly and helpful staff and good restaurant. Limited breakfast but it's the same all over Tanzania. For some people might be a disadvantage it is a little far from the center of Arusha (15 min. drive) but the feeling you're in the country compensates for that.

4.0/512 Jan 2019

Zoe • Couple Trip

Very welcoming. Good customer service and staff. Lovely grounds. Had s buffet dinner which was tasty. Would recommend as a stopover hotel.

4.0/530 Dec 2018

Anneli • Couple Trip

En liten pärla mitt ute i ingenstans! Vi bodde här i två nätter, lugn och mysigt! Åt middag på lokal restaurang bara några meter ifrån hotellet, wow, vilken mat! Hotellet tog 10 USD/person för en buffé, det vi åt på den lokala restaurangen kostade 5 USD för två personer, middag, en öl och en liten glada vin. Våga prova dom små lokala haken, fantastisk mat, för en billig peng! Hotellet har ingen AC på tummen :( och det eldas skräp/ris i tid och otid, så det liggen en konstant rökdimma/lukt i luften! Våga även ta en dala-dala in till Arusha, kostar 500 TSZ/person!

3.0/511 Sep 2020

Hanne • Couple Trip

Redusert drif pga corona, så ikke alt fungerte som normslt vil jeg tro. Vanskelig å gi riktig rating.

3.0/59 Feb 2020

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Unseasonable rains made the room damp and smelly, roof leaking through. The sheets weren't fully dry.

2.0/56 Jul 2022

Sabine

Leider ist Vijiji nach der Renovierung in einem schlechteren Zustand als vorher. Im Zimmer ist kein Schreibtisch, von WLAN auf dem Grundstück ganz zu schweigen - obwohl ich vorab hierzu eine (unbeantwortete) Anfrage geschickt hatte. Das Bad war leider in einem schlimmen Zustand (alte Monatsbinden im Müll), verdreckte Armaturen. Das Zimmer war einfach aber zweckmäßig eingerichtet - nur leider ohne irgendeinen Tisch, abgesehen von einem kleinen, niedrigen Beistelltisch. Schade, der Garten ist immer noch prächtig, die Lage, wenn man nicht mitten im Zentrum sein will, sehr gut.

2.0/523 Jun 2021

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

Hôtel situé loin du centre-ville. Jardin et bâtiment sumpa. Chambre spacieuse mais surchargée, serviettes de toilette moisies, linge blanc pas très blanc, douche sommaire, propreté globale très médiocre. Personne à l'aéroport pour venir nous chercher malgré notre requête acceptée par l'hôtel, pas d'eau après une nuit passée dans l'hôtel. Wifi consistant en une clef 4g portable à se partager avec une autre chambre.

1.0/519 Sep 2024

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

There was no hot water for the shower. The bathroom floor was flooded. Food at the restaurant was expensive and grassy. We could not eat the wrap we ordered, as it was dripping oil. The hotel was empty and with strange vibes. I would not recommend for this price. Other options around are better. We did not come back after our safari.

1.0/520 Jul 2021

muriel • Family Trip

À éviter. La première chambre n avait pas d eau ! La seconde était sale. Les photos ne correspondent pas du tout. Je voyage beaucoup. Je met rarement un commentaire négatif. Ici tout était décevant. On nous a même donné un faux billet de dollar en payant le transfert à l hôtel.

1.0/57 Mar 2021

Manish • Solo Trip

This hotel is probably the worst encounter i've had in over 20 years of travelling. I know its Africa but!! Stayed 4 nights,wanted to leave after first night but had already paid for the room. On first day had to change room 3 times due to various things like power outlets not working, dead flies in the room etc. Power outages all the time, day and night, they say they have a back up generator! But never used it!! When i asked about the back up generator they just smile and laugh,never once did they answer the question! No hot water, they have disconnected the electric water heaters in each room and are using a wood burning fire to heat water!! I got one hot shower in 4 days. No wifi, they say it is broken and are using a single dongle to get wifi,most times it doesn't work or somebody else has it! Although i knew they were not in Arusha itself, it was inconvient to be so far away from town. Rooms only cleaned once every 2 days. On the plus sides, generally helpfull staff. The grounds are lovely and the food tasty, though breakfast is basic and fairly bland. I feel the whole Covid situation has seen this hotel trying to save costs, which i can understand but to not even be able to provide hot water, thats going too far in my book. I read the reviews and saw the pics which is why i booked, however i feel they have dropped the ball somewhat! I would never stay there again nor would i recommend this hotel to friends or other travellers, shame really as the set up is great

Popular Facilities

Swimming Pool

WiFi

24-hour Front Desk

Luggage Storage

Connecting Room

Sports & Recreation

Picnic Area

Pool Table

Billiards

Hiking

Outdoor Pool

Garden

Pool Umbrellas

Public Facilities

TV Lounge

Sun Loungers

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Luggage Storage

24-hour Front Desk

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Other Facilities

Bar/Lounge

Security

Smoking Area

Food & Drinks

Breakfast

Poolside Bar

Business Facilities

Ballroom

Gift Shops or Newsstand

Info

No Elevators

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Transportation

Airport Transfer (Surcharge)

Bicycle Rental

Tours/Ticket Assistance

Shuttle Service

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Location

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Kwa Pole Road, Nguruma Village, Arusha, TZ

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-2:00 AM

Check-out11:00 AM

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

About The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Location
Located in Arusha, The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Arusha Clock Tower and Natural History Museum. This lodge is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Arusha International Conference Centre and 21.1 mi (34 km) from Arusha National Park.

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Facility and Service
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 25 kilometers.

The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.

Restaurant and Cafe
At The Vijiji Center Lodge and Safari, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 - Wed, 28 Oct 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children