Ilboru Safari Lodge

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and bars

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October 2025

November 2025

Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Ilboru Safari Lodge, by a tranquil lake, offers 15 outdoor pools, evening firepit gatherings, free WiFi in common areas, 20 international cuisine restaurants, and a spa with rejuvenating treatments for complete relaxation.

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Bar
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
Breakfast included
24/7 front desk

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Room options

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Tonight

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Tomorrow

Oct 17 - Oct 18

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Deluxe Single Room, Garden View 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Yard

Deck/patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

17 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Single Room, Garden View 1 Double bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Deck/patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Free minibar items

Smart TV

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Premium Cottage

Highlights

Yard

Deck/patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Connecting rooms available

Mini-fridge

Free minibar items

Smart TV

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Arusha, Ilboru Safari Lodge is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Natural History Museum and Arusha Declaration Monument are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Njiro Complex. Traveling with kids? Consider Meserani Snake Park, or check out an event or a game at Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium. Take time off to check out the winery tours and hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cave exploring and mountain biking nearby.

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NIL, Arusha Region, Arusha, Ilboru

What's nearby

Arusha International Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Njiro Complex - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬6 min drive
‪Khan's Barbeque - ‬6 min drive
‪Picnic - ‬5 min drive
‪Arabica Coffee Bar - ‬8 min drive
‪Sanna Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ilboru Safari Lodge

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake

You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a bowling alley, and a poolside bar at Ilboru Safari Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a deep-tissue massage, or a body scrub. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and concerts and live shows.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

An outdoor pool
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
A computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and pet grooming services

Room features

All 52 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and wet bars, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Children's slippers and children's books
Shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
51-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Private fenced yards, separate sitting areas, and eco-friendly cleaning products

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Breakfast included
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Free secured, covered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception
Private picnics

Things to do

Art gallery
Books
Bowling alley
Concerts/live shows
Designer stores
Ecotours
Evening entertainment
Games
Outdoor pool
Stereo
TV in common areas
Video library
Wine tasting room
Wine tours
Winery release events

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Bowling alley
Children's books
Children's games
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

Computer station
Conference center
Coworking space
Meeting room

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In a nature reserve
On the bay
On the boardwalk/promenade
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace

Spa

Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
In-room massages
Prenatal 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.
3 accessible parking spaces
Accessible airport shuttle
Accessible shuttle
Assistive listening devices
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Braille/raised signage
Ceiling hoist
Doorbell and phone notification
Fixed shower seat
Hand-held showerhead
Height-adjustable showerhead
Hospital bed
Lever door handles
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Magnifying mirror
No elevator
Phone accessibility kit
Pool access ramp on site
Pool hoist on site
Portable hoist available
Portable shower seat
Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
Sign language-capable staff
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Transfer shower
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchairs on site

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Children's slippers
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper

Entertainment

51-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Champagne service
Chef service
Cleaning supplies
Free bottled water
Free stocked minibar
Meal delivery service
Mini-fridge
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Wet bar

5G smartphone data speed
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Computer monitor
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Office
Phone
Printer
Separate sitting area
Smartphone
Soundproofed rooms
Unlimited free smartphone calls
Unlimited smartphone data usage
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 19 and a deposit of USD 25 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, pet-sitting services, and pet grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 156.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 6)
Pet deposit: USD 25 per stay
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 19 one-time cleaning fee
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 156.0 per day

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 credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash

Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

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

Property Registration Number +255784690748

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM

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

Property is also known as

Ilboru safari lodge

Ilboru Safari Lodge Hotel

Ilboru Safari Lodge Arusha

Ilboru Safari Lodge Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Does Ilboru Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Is Ilboru Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 25 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 19 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ilboru Safari Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ilboru Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ilboru Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 2:00 PM.

Does Ilboru Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 160 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ilboru Safari Lodge located?

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

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