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title: "Runako Lodge, Arusha: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Runako Lodge in Arusha: rated 7.5 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★
# Runako Lodge

Ilkiurei, Arusha, Tanzania

7.5 ·  Good 6 reviews ·  #26 #26 of 35 in Arusha ·  2.6 Location score
## About Runako Lodge

Runako Lodge is a hotel in Ilkiurei, Arusha, Tanzania. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 2.6 km from the centre of Arusha. The nearest airport, Arusha Airport (ARK), is 5.1 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 7:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:30

- **Rooms:** 16

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 2017

- **Last renovated:** 2022

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 3

Morovian Street, Mianzini

## How Runako Lodge scores

Better rated than 19% of hotels in Arusha

-   Guest rating **7.5**
-   Location **2.6**
-   Facilities **7.5**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Public transport **0.6**

Arusha average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Airport transfer
-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **2.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **9**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Arusha Airport (ARK)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Arusha</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Dendroaspis Safaris330 m
-   Azimio La Arusha830 m
-   Safari Nuggets1.2 km
-   safari roars1.3 km
-   Arusha Declaration Museum1.4 km
-   Raymond Tour Company Tanzania1.4 km

## Runako Lodge: in detail

Runako Lodge provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. To facilitate your arrival and departure, you can pre-book airport transfer services prior to checking in. The hotel offers car hire and shuttle amenities for your ease in navigating around Arusha. When arriving by car, you'll be grateful for the on-site complimentary parking at hotel. The hotel offers reception amenities including concierge service and luggage storage to ensure a comfortable stay for guests. Whether it's an extended stay or simply needing fresh attire, dry cleaning service and laundry service provided by hotel ensures your cherished travel garments stay spotless and accessible. Your stay will be comfortable with the presence of 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping as an in-room amenity for your relaxation and enjoyment. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hotel. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. To ensure a pleasant stay, a selection of rooms at hotel come furnished with linen service and air conditioning, all designed with your ease in mind. Several chosen accommodations at Runako Lodge have a balcony or terrace incorporated into the room design. In select rooms, visitors can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television and cable TV for their entertainment needs. Within specific rooms, a refrigerator, bottled water and mini bar is conveniently available for your use. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, hotel offers toiletries and towels within a few chosen chambers. Each day, arise to a delightful complimentary morning meal at Runako Lodge. Various excellent meal offerings at hotel ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Visitors staying at Runako Lodge have the option to receive groceries in their room for meal preparation, courtesy of the unique service provided by the hotel. Throughout the day, engage in the entertaining activities available at Runako Lodge. Unwind by the pool at hotel and cherish a leisurely moment.

### Compare

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## Questions about Runako Lodge

### How do guests rate Runako Lodge?

Runako Lodge has a guest rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 19% of rated hotels in Arusha.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Runako Lodge?

Check-in starts at 7:00 and check-out is until 10:30.

### Does Runako Lodge have a pool?

Yes, Runako Lodge has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Runako Lodge?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Runako Lodge from the airport?

The nearest airport, Arusha Airport (ARK), is 5.1 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Runako Lodge have?

Runako Lodge has 16 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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