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About the Hotel

Old Moshi/Simeoni Rd, Arusha, Tanzania, 7302

Impala Hotel Arusha is a 3.5-star hotel situated in the city center of Arusha, Tanzania. The hotel is set within beautifully landscaped gardens, providing guests with an array of vibrant flowers and the sound of birds. It offers convenient access to local attractions like the Maasai Market and Curios Crafts, both within a five-minute drive. The hotel features a variety of amenities including an outdoor pool and multiple dining options.

Location

Impala Hotel is located approximately 6 miles from Arusha, placing it at the heart of the city. It is within a five-minute drive of key sites like the Uhuru Monument and Tanzanite Experience. Guests benefit from a roundtrip airport shuttle service and access to local attractions, enhancing their travel experience.

Rooms

The hotel comprises 177 air-conditioned rooms, each featuring premium bedding and thoughtful amenities. All accommodations include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibars, and free WiFi. Private bathrooms come equipped with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Several guest rooms also offer pleasant views of the pool area.

Eat & Drink

Guests can choose from three on-site restaurants, one of which specializes in Indian cuisine. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning, featuring both continental and brunch options. There are also three bars available to enjoy refreshing drinks, providing a diverse culinary experience without leaving the premises.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool for relaxation and offers spa services, including massages. Business amenities include a business center, conference space, and meeting rooms totaling 3,907 square feet. Additional conveniences such as express check-in, dry cleaning, and concierge services are available.

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2 persons

16 m²

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17 m²

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18 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Arusha 1.9 mi

Airports

Arusha (ARK) 5.3 mi

Kilimanjaro (JRO) 31.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Indian Cuisine

“The Indian restaurant on-site serves authentic dishes that are bursting with flavor, making every meal a delightful experience.” view full review

Prompt Room Change

“I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly they accommodated my request to change rooms, ensuring my comfort and satisfaction.” view full review

Comfortable Sleeping

“The room was incredibly comfortable, with a cozy bed that allowed for a restful night's sleep right from the start.” view full review

Spotless & Modern

“The bathroom was immaculate and well-equipped, providing a refreshing atmosphere for a relaxing shower after a long day.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Elevator
Currency exchange
Gift/Newsstand
Beauty salon

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
24-hour room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Bicycle rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool
Jacuzzi

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Old Moshi/Simeoni Rd, Arusha, Tanzania, 7302

Map view

Old Moshi/Simeoni Rd, Arusha, Tanzania, 7302

City landmarks

India St Blue Plaza

Tanzanite Experience

4500 ft

Fire Rd

Maasai Market Curios and Crafts

4800 ft

Serengeti National Parks Luxury Tented Camp

Serengeti Heritage

2300 ft

Engaruka

2500 ft

Boma Road

Old Boma Museum

5200 ft

Arusha Village Experience

3700 ft

Arusha

Old German Boma

1.0 mi

Amani Children's home & Village visit

2500 ft

Tanzanian Tourist Board

4500 ft

Events

Arusha International Conference Center

1.3 mi

Kijenge

3100 ft

Arusha National Park Mageso chember

Mount Meru

1.3 mi

Esprit Ethnique

2500 ft

Anglican Church

2900 ft

Night club

Moravian

2900 ft

Museums

Arusha Declaration Museum

1.2 mi

Church

Gloryland church

3100 ft

Swahili Art

3200 ft

Church

Anglican Church of Tanzania

3200 ft

Boma Rd

Dancing floor

3900 ft

Boma Rd

Jamaliyah

3900 ft

Pentecostal Church

4000 ft

Museums

Cultural Heritage Centre

3.2 mi

Arusha craft Market

4300 ft

Uhuru monument

1.4 mi

Market

Arusha Central Market

1.4 mi

Somali Rd

Masai Central Market

1.4 mi

Museums

Arusha National Natural History Museum

1.1 mi

Nearby

Fruit Market

1000 ft

Restaurants

Ambrosia Bistro & Lounge

400 ft

Simeon Road Opp Hotel Impala

Picasso Cafe

800 ft

Kijenge Supermarket Simeon Road

The Amber Bar & Restaurant Limited

2500 ft

Simeon Road

The Bay Leaf

1300 ft

102 Vijana Road,

The Blue Heron

2600 ft

Haille-Sellassie Road

Eight

1500 ft

Vijana Rd

George's Tavern

2800 ft

Hallie Selassie Road N 56

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly Staff

Great Location

Unclean Rooms

Disappointing Dining

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.2

Location

7.3

Service

6.9

Dining

6.0

Henry

United States of America, May 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is located in a quiet area on the outskirts of Moshi within landscaped gardens, a good spot not too far from everything you need. The rooms are large and very quiet, equipped with essentials for a comfortable stay. The staff is really helpful and attentive, although there were some issues with billing. The dining options vary from stale pastries to delicious dishes. The facilities are decent but could be improved.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are large and VERY quiet, suitable for resting, but they are a bit old. They have basic amenities like a water boiler, fridge, and seating area.

Service

8.0

The staff is plentiful, helpful, and friendly, yet there were some billing issues that needed to be resolved.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a quiet area on the outskirts of Moshi within landscaped gardens, offering a central and easily accessible location.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience ranges from stale bread and pastries to a delicious mix of fresh fruit, eggs, and more. Some improvements could be made.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities are sufficient but could use some enhancements to better cater to guests' needs.

John

United States of America, May 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers a mix of clean and comfortable rooms with some worn-out furniture, but still provides necessary amenities. Service can be hit or miss, ranging from amazing to indifferent. The location is convenient for Safari and Kili adventures, and dining, while decent, may have some disappointing stale options. Overall, it's a place with pros and cons worth considering.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are spacious with extra furniture, albeit in a bit worn-out rattan style. They are clean and provide necessary amenities like a separate shower area and cable TV. Some minor issues include a leaky bath and limited TV channels.

Service

6.0

Service levels varied from amazing experiences to indifferent encounters, with a mix of support for different services like car hire and room service. Some improvements could enhance consistency.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is great for accessing Safari and Kili activities and is within walking distance of the town center. It also accommodates evenings at the bar/restaurant area.

Dining

6.0

Dining offers a mix of good and disappointing elements. While the staff is friendly and the dishes fresh, some items like stale bread and pancakes leave room for improvement.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities are sufficient, but some areas could benefit from upgrades to enhance the overall guest experience.

Eric

United Kingdom, April 2024

6.0/10

The hotel offers spacious but old and musty rooms at a lower cost. The service was average with some chaotic moments. Its location is ideal for a walk into town, but not suitable for hassle-free market visits. The dining experience varied from good starts to barely heated leftovers. The facilities are satisfactory but not outstanding.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious but old and musty.

Service

5.0

The service had chaotic moments.

Location

7.0

The location is great for a walk into town but not for market visits.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience varied from good starts to barely heated leftovers.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are satisfactory.

Lindsay

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.6/10

The hotel had spacious rooms with large bathrooms and hot water but don't expect too much luxury. The service was delightful, with engaging staff. The central location was convenient but a bit sketchy at night. The dining was a mix of delicious and disappointing meals. The facilities were well-equipped.

Rooms

7.0

The spacious rooms with large bathrooms and hot water were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service was delightful, with attentive staff ready to assist with various amenities.

Location

8.0

The hotel's central location was convenient, though a bit sketchy at night.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience offered a mix of delicious and disappointing meals, catering to various tastes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-equipped to meet various guest needs during their stay.

Pat

United States of America, March 2024

6.4/10

The hotel is located in a quiet area on the outskirts of Moshi within landscaped gardens. It allows you to relax and enjoy your time, although the facilities are beginning to show their age. The location is good and not too far from all the essentials you may need.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are a little unclean around the edges and need some attention. They offer a huge selection of vendors offering everything you need to buy to take home as gifts or for yourself at very reasonable prices, as long as you barter and negotiate the price. The room had a fridge and a kettle; however, neither had the appropriate plug, making them completely useless.

Service

6.0

The staff are very friendly and trained, but at times seem not really interested in their guests, preferring to chat on the side. They offer various services like car hire, dry cleaning, 24-hour room service, bicycle hire, housekeeping, laundry, airport shuttle, and tours/ticket assistance.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a quiet area on the outskirts of Moshi within landscaped gardens. It is good and not too far from everything you would want.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with stale bread, pastries, pancakes, and French toast, which did not meet expectations. The service was not up to the mark during my visit.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are decent but could use some updates to match the age of the location. Despite this, the hotel offers various amenities to enhance your stay.

Friendly Staff

Unclean Rooms

Anne

United States of America, March 2024

8.2/10

I could clearly see Mt. Meru from my room in the newer part of the hotel, although the space between the beds and cupboard was a bit tight. The bathroom was pristine, and the views were lovely. However, the room size could have been more generous.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were nice and clean with a good, clean bathroom and nice views to Mt. Meru. However, the space between the beds and cupboard was a bit small.

Service

9.0

From the bell boys to the general manager and even the hotel lawyer, the service was delightful. The staff were very hospitable, showing interest in engaging with customers and were a pleasure to talk to.

Location

7.0

The hotel is very central and easy to reach, but perhaps a bit tired. On the upside, it offers a nice pool area and bar.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delicious with a variety of fresh fruit, toast with jam, eggs, pancakes, pastries, vegetables, meats, coffee, tea, and juice. However, the start time for breakfast could have been better communicated.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides car hire, dry cleaning, 24-hour room service, bicycle hire, housekeeping, laundry, airport shuttle, tours, and ticket assistance. A nice touch was the baby pool for younger visitors.

clean

small rooms

Nick

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were very neat and clean, equipped with essentials like a separate shower area and fresh towels, which was better than expected. However, the lack of appropriate plugs for the fridge and kettle was a nuisance during my two-night stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very neat and clean, equipped with essentials like a separate shower area and fresh towels.

Service

5.0

The service was chaotic and not very helpful. For instance, on our departure, they forgot to take two pieces of our luggage to the airport shuttle.

Location

6.0

The location was convenient for many Safari/Kili operations, allowing guests to relax and enjoy activities like reading or using a computer. However, it was not ideal for reaching the markets hassle-free on foot.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix. While there were lots of good, fresh fruits available, some items like the stale bread and supposedly French toast were disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

Walter

United States of America, December 2023

7.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious with a lovely view of Mt Meru, and the bathroom was clean and well-maintained. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making my experience truly enjoyable. However, the room was a bit on the smaller side and lacked proper cleaning, though it did come with convenient amenities like a fridge and a hairdryer.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large, with nice views of Mt Meru, and the bathroom was good and clean.

Service

9.0

The staff were the friendliest people who worked there, always going above and beyond to make me feel at home.

Location

7.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to get around and explore the area. However, the maintenance of the grounds and facilities could use some improvement.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was delicious, offering a variety of fresh options. However, there were some inconsistencies in the quality of the food over the days of my stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities, from car hire to laundry services, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for guests.

Gilbert

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.0/10

I was given room no 800 and 600, both very large and comfortable with a great view from the higher floors. However, the rooms seemed to lack maintenance, with dilapidated and poorly functioning furniture that was pretty noisy. The actual room was different from the picture shown at booking time.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very spacious and offered a nice view from higher floors, but the furniture and overall maintenance were subpar.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and somewhat helpful, although room for improvement exists in their customer service.

Location

8.0

The location was nice, and the hotel is convenient for Safari/Kili operations. However, there is a need for better grounds and facility maintenance throughout the property.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was mixed, with good selections at times but also instances of barely heated leftovers. Improvement is needed in this area.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were decent overall, but there is room for enhancement in various aspects.

Thomas

United Kingdom, September 2023

5.6/10

The hotel offers a moderately comfortable stay with spacious rooms and a variety of vendors on-site for shopping at reasonable prices, though some rooms lacked attention to detail and were on the smaller side. Service was a mix of friendliness and occasional rudeness. The location provides a nice, quiet ambiance within landscaped gardens but requires maintenance. The dining experience left something to be desired in terms of the food quality and service efficiency.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious with additional furniture, though some attention to detail was lacking and minor issues were present.

Service

6.0

The staff had a mix of friendly and surly behavior, with some needing better training in customer service.

Location

6.0

The location offers a quiet atmosphere within landscaped gardens but needs improvement in maintenance.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was subpar with limited and unappetizing food options and occasional service issues.