ARUSHA COFFEE LODGE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 5****

DESCRIPTION:
Arusha Coffee Lodge, the first 5 star establishment in Arusha, is situated on the Burka Coffee Estate, a working coffee plantation spanning 17 acres. With coffee roasters and a fermentation plant, guests can observe the roasting process, taste the coffee blends and purchase fresh roasted beans.

LOCATION: The Lodge is 2 kilometers from Arusha Town and 01 kilometer from Arusha Airstrip.

Number of rooms: 21 private chalets. The chalets are built on raised wooden platforms with multi-level bedrooms, private lounges and huge balconies overlooking Mount Meru and the plantation. Eight rooms contain king size beds and 13 contain twin (three-quarter, extra length) beds. Triple rooms are available on request.

Room décor: The interior décor of each chalet is designed around a coffee theme such as Café Latte, Espresso and Cappuccino.

Special features: The honeymoon suite, the largest on the estate, is located in the Old Stable block with an en-suite bathroom containing a bath of luxurious proportions.

In- room amenities: All the chalets have shower, bath and separate toilets, a mini bar, room service, hair dryer, safe, coffee percolator, tea and coffee caddy and a fireplace. In keeping with the coffee theme, bathroom amenities include cappuccino-scented soap. The rooms are also equipped with overhead ceiling fans, mosquito nets and telephones with Internet adapters.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Meals are served at the neighboring Redds African Grill house, with a menu that reflects an amazing array of both traditional Tanzanian cuisine and other African specialties. For the late-risers, a ‘breakfast in bed’ option is available.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Other facilities include a swimming pool, beauty salon, 24 hour room and laundry service, meals served on your private balcony on request, curio shop, beauty salon, massage room, conference/private function room and day rooms.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Swimming Pool
Tours of the Coffee Plantation
Horse riding,
Mountain biking
Nature walks on the estate.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: A conference room with a capacity of up to 60 and full range of Audio-visual equipment.

CLIMATE: Altitude at 1100 M (3600ft) above sea level.

ARUSHA HOTEL

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: Located in the central shopping and business area of Arusha Town. Ideal for business travelers, the Arusha Hotel is only 5 minutes drive from the Arusha International Convention Center. It is 15 minutes from the Arusha Airport and 45 minutes to Kilimanjaro airport.

DESCRIPTION: Built in early 1900's, it was the one and only hotel in Arusha. Later purchased in 1927 by an American coffee farmer called 'Kenyon Painter', The Arusha Hotel has been home to many travelers on their journey from Cape to Cairo.

Set in beautifully landscaped gardens with all the amenities and luxury for the discerning traveler. The tropical gardens are home to many birds and exotic plants. An ideal setting for wedding receptions and outdoor functions. You can also choose to just relax and enjoy the attentive service by the pool heated for your comfort. Arusha Hotel has undergone extensive renovation

NUMBER OF ROOMS: The Arusha has 65 rooms including 2 suites, 6 deluxe rooms, 34 executive rooms and 23 twins.

ROOM DÉCOR: Executive double Main Building; Queen bedded rooms located on all 3 floors offering views of the town and mountain or over the garden.
Executive twin Main Building; Spacious Twin double bedded rooms located on all 3 floors offering views of the town and mountain or over the garden.

Executive double Garden Wing; Queen bedded rooms on the first and second floor offering views of the pool and sprawling gardens. Upstairs rooms have their own private verandah.

Executive twin Garden Wing; Spacious Twin double-bedded rooms located on both floors offering view of the garden and pool.

Deluxe double Garden Wing; King beds on the second floor with private verandah.

Junior Suite; Queen bedded room located on ground floor offering views of the garden. Private lounge adjoining.

Superior Suite double Main Building; 4 poster double bed overlooking the courtyard with private lounge and balcony offering stunning views of the town and Mt Meru. All rooms fully air conditioned with en-suite bathroom and separate toilet. Also mini bars as well.

ROOM AMENITIES: Elegantly furnished with en-suite bathrooms equipped with bathroom amenities and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room is fitted with satellite television with a selection of channels, hair dryer and an electronic safe. All rooms have direct dial phones.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• International direct dial phone
• Bathroom amenities incl. bath robes
• Tea and Coffee making facilities
• Satellite TV
• Electronic safes
• Electronic key card
• Hairdryers
• Mosquito Net
• Mosquito Screen

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: The Arusha has 3 function rooms that include the Jumuika Conference room, fully equipped and capable to handle 100 delegates or perhaps the classically furnished Kikao Executive board room with 16 leather back chairs would be more suitable. And last but not least Porinis, a multi-function room that opens out onto the terrace. Capable of handling up to 300 people. For outside functions there is 3 acres of sprawling lush tropical landscaped gardens. A perfect location to host larger numbers of guests for banqueting, parties and receptions.

CLIMATE: Altitude at 1100 M (3600ft) above sea level.

DIK DIK HOTEL

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry on Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: On the slopes of Mount Meru, half way between Arusha and Kilimanjaro International Airport (25 minutes from Arusha).

DESCRIPTION: The Dik Dik Hotel, named after the smallest African mammal found in the nearby slopes, is the ideal setting for anyone wishing to get to know the splendors of the East African landscape, with its rich flora and fauna. Perfect for relaxing before and after safaris, climbs and excursions.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 09 Bungalows with two double rooms in each thus a total of 18 double rooms.

Room décor: cozy bungalows with light colors matching the surrounding greenery.

Room amenities:
With modern comforts and conveniences including a mini bar, fireplace and personal veranda with hammock.

Special features: Ideal for start or end of safaris on the Northern Circuit.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
The Swiss-built hotel restaurant was opened in 1990 and is managed by a Swiss family. Guests enjoy the highest standards of service in Tanzania. The restaurant is situated in beautiful grounds, Bird Lake, at the foot of the Mount Meru,

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Own power supply
• Satellite
• Telephone and fax facilities
• Modern water treatment plant.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Swimming pool
• Excursions to Arusha National Park

CONFERENCE FACILITIES:
Large room with capacity of 120 with full range of Audio-Visual equipment.

CLIMATE: The Hotel is situated at 1100 m (3600ft) above sea level at the foot of Mount Meru,

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