--- title: "Swahili House, Arusha: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Swahili House in Arusha: rated 8.4 by guests, Hostel. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/swahili-house-arusha/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-13 --- Hostel # Swahili House Kwa Idd, Olorieni, Arusha, Tanzania 8.4 · Very good 5 reviews · #19 #19 of 35 in Arusha · 2.2 Location score ## About Swahili House Swahili House is a hostel in Kwa Idd, Olorieni, Arusha, Tanzania. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 5 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking. It is 4.1 km from the centre of Arusha. The nearest airport, Arusha Airport (ARK), is 4.1 km away. - **Type:** Hostel - **Check-in from:** 13:00 - **Check-out until:** 12:00 - **Rooms:** 3 - **Opened:** 2021 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 1 Kiranyi Streetm Block 61 ## How Swahili House scores Better rated than 45% of hotels in Arusha - Guest rating **8.4** - Location **2.2** - Facilities **3.3** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **0.0** Arusha average ## Amenities ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - Room service ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Shuttle - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Kitchen Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **2.2**/10 - **Walk grade:** **15**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **1** - **Sights within 1 km:** **1**
Nearest airportArusha Airport (ARK)4.1 km9 min drive
Distance to the centreArusha4.1 km9 min drive
### Sights nearby - Safari Man Adventure640 m - Shemeji Safari1.1 km - Dendroaspis Safaris1.8 km ## Swahili House: in detail At Swahili House, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Arrange your trips to and from the airport using the hostel's convenient transportation services booking. Discover the wonders of Arusha with ease by utilizing the services provided by taxi, car hire and shuttle. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service and luggage storage. At the hostel, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities and adventures. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the hostel's inviting hearth. At the hostel, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Swahili House with accessible amenities such as room service. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at Swahili House come furnished with linen service to cater to your needs and comfort. In certain chosen rooms, a refrigerator is conveniently available for your use. At Swahili House, select bathrooms are equipped with toiletries to enhance your comfort during your stay. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Swahili House, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hostel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site shared kitchen available. ### Compare ## Compare Swahili House with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins. - [SG Premium Resort](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/sg-premium-resort-arusha/) Hotel ★★★ 1.5 km away 7.9 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/sg-premium-resort-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) - [Runako Lodge](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/runako-lodge-arusha/) Hotel ★★★ 1.5 km away 7.5 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/runako-lodge-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) - [Best Western Parrot Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/best-western-parrot-hotel-arusha/) Hotel 2.6 km away 8.4 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/best-western-parrot-hotel-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) - [Raha Leo Inn](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/raha-leo-inn-arusha/) Inn 2.8 km away 7.2 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/raha-leo-inn-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) - [Natron Palace Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/natron-palace-hotel-arusha/) Inn ★★★ 2.8 km away 7.4 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/natron-palace-hotel-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) - [Kibo Palace Apartments - Arusha](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/kibo-palace-apartments-arusha-arusha/) Apartment ★★★ 2.8 km away 7.8 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/kibo-palace-apartments-arusha-arusha-vs-swahili-house-arusha/) ## Questions about Swahili House ### How do guests rate Swahili House? Swahili House has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 5 reviews, which is better than 45% of rated hotels in Arusha. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Swahili House? Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 12:00. ### Does Swahili House include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Is there parking at Swahili House? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Swahili House from the airport? The nearest airport, Arusha Airport (ARK), is 4.1 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Swahili House have? Swahili House has 3 rooms. 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/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/swahili-house-arusha/. 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