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Shamba Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Arusha with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Shamba Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥7,477
￥8,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Single Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

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255, Arusha Region, Arusha, 2325 Arusha, Maji ya Chai

What's nearby

  • Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate - 20 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lake Duluti - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 30 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Njiro Complex - 34 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Arusha National Park - 42 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 43 min drive

About this property

Shamba Hostel

Property highlights
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden at Shamba Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A water dispenser, outdoor furniture, and a TV in the lobby
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Shamba Hostel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Children's slippers, free tea bags/instant coffee, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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
The property charges 1.8 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Laundry fee: USD 3 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 percent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Shamba Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shamba Hostel?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shamba Hostel on Sep 1, 2025 start from ￥7,477, excluding 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 Shamba Hostel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Shamba Hostel?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Shamba Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Shamba Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Shamba Hostel located?

Situated in Arusha, this hostel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate and within 12 mi (20 km) of Ngurdoto Crater and Lake Duluti. Arusha National Park and Arusha Golf Course are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Shamba Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jean

Liked: Staff & service
Some of the descriptions they state on the website is untrue, and i wish they can be more honest to themselves and to the customers .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025