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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Runako Hostel in Arusha offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a TV, work desk, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, enjoy the garden, and take a dip in the year-round outdoor swimming pool. The property features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating areas, perfect for unwinding. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and international cuisines with halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes continental and à la carte selections with fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 8 km from Arusha Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Uhuru Monument (2.4 km) and Old German Boma (3.6 km). Free on-site private parking and a tour desk enhance the guest experience.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alan
United Kingdom
“The staff are fantastic and treat you like a part of their family. Very helpful and attentive. They make great food. There is a beautiful garden with fresh fruit growing.” - Ellie
United Kingdom
“Really lovely staff that help out a lot , Good facilities Good pool area too” - Tatiana
Spain
“It has a beautiful garden, a peace, in the mornings I could hear the drums of the tribes. The food is very good! The attentive staff.” - Ilyes
France
“There were just few people when I was there (almost the only one if I don't count the staff), so it was very calm and silent. Also, because a lot of rooms were unused, they gave be a better room for the same price, with a fan and mosquito net. I...” - Dennis
United Kingdom
“Not too far from the Arusha city center. Comfy beds and kind staff. They even have laundry facilities.” - Ludivine
France
“L’accueil est très agréable, tout le personnel se met en quatre pour vous aider, afin de passe un séjour des plus agréable ! Emplacement idéal, cadre parfait.” - Sandra
Germany
“Sehr sauber, sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal.” - Lisanne
Netherlands
“De rust, het goede en lekkere ontbijt en de gastvrijheid. Hier werken hele lieve mensen, bedankt voor alles! Ga zo door!” - Annette_mario
Germany
“Es war ein gutes Hotel mit Pool, die Zufahrt ist echt schwierig obwohl es nur wenige 100m von der Hauptstrasse liegt. Pool Klimaanlage gutes Essen und sehr Freundliche Behandlung. Perfekt als Ausgangs oder Endpunkt für Safaris. Man hat sogar unser...” - Patrick
Germany
“Saubere Anlage mit sehr freundlichem Presonal und leckerem Essen”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal • International
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
Please inform Runako Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.