River House Lodge

Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Arusha with a full-service spa

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October 2025

November 2025

River House Lodge offers families a convenient stay near the convention center. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, deep-tissue massages, body scrubs at the spa, and terrace views. The property provides high-speed WiFi and features an outdoor pool close to a nature reserve.

Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
Air conditioning
Room service
Breakfast included
24/7 front desk

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Tomorrow

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Rainfall showerhead

15 bathrooms

Eco-friendly toiletries

4 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Arusha, River House Lodge is connected to the convention centre. Arusha Golf Course and Lake Duluti are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Njiro Complex. Travelling with kids? Consider Natural History Museum, or check out an event or a game at Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.

Visit our Arusha travel guide

sakina,maziwa rd, Arusha, Arusha Region

What's nearby

Cultural Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Arusha International Conference Centre - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

Arusha (ARK) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tamani Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Mc-Elly's Hotel - ‬4 min drive
‪Picnic - ‬4 min drive
‪Khan's Barbeque - ‬5 min drive
‪Sakina Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

River House Lodge

Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre

You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a nightclub and a free daily manager's reception at River House Lodge . Indulge in a sports massage, reflexology and a facial at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.

Other perks include:

Free self-parking and extended parking
Limo/town car service, bike hire and an electric car charging station
Supervised childcare (surcharge), luggage storage and a vegetable garden

Room features

All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and first-run films, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.

Other amenities include:

Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and composting

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Breakfast included
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 90 kilometres
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Free shopping centre shuttle
Limo/town car service
Free secured, covered self parking on site
Free secured, covered extended parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Tea service

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Children's club
Ecotours
Farming classes
Full-service spa
Karaoke
Nightclub

Family friendly

Children's club (surcharge)
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Separate in-room dining area
Stroller
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
In a nature reserve
On the bay
On the boardwalk/promenade
Terrace
Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Thai massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
Accessible airport shuttle
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Living plant wall
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch smart TV with digital channels
First-run films
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Free bottled water
In-room dining only
Meal delivery service
Separate dining area

Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Composting
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per room (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (one-way), (from 11 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts cash

This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include window guards

Property Registration Number 102283600

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

Property is also known as

River House Lodge Hotel

River House Lodge Arusha

River House Lodge Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Is River House Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at River House Lodge ?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River House Lodge on 4 Oct 2025 start from AU$54.29, 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.

How much is parking at River House Lodge ?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at River House Lodge ?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at River House Lodge ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does River House Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per room applies.

Where is River House Lodge located?

This family-friendly Arusha hotel is located on the boardwalk, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cultural Heritage Centre and Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. Natural History Museum and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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River House Lodge Reviews

4.8

10

Cleanliness

5.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

David

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and comfortable property. Friendly staff. The property itself is safe. But it's tucked deep in small alleys.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

30 Sept 2024

Disliked: Amenities

There was no pool as advertised. There was no safe in the room as advertised I had to pay extra for a room with a window It wasn’t readily accessible via roadside; it’s a bit off the main road.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jean-Pierre

7 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Le wifi ne fonctionne vraiment pas bien. Le milieu environnant n’est pas sécuritaire, ni intéressant. Chambre trop petite.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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