Title: Skill Forest Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Skill Forest Lodge Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/1cd60d7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/e90b9d9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/516e6e50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/b9226088.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/c11a3539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Arusha Lodge provides a pleasant retreat with continental breakfast and WiFi in every room. Guests appreciate the practical touches - from dry cleaning services to free self parking - that make their stay comfortable and hassle-free. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 18 - Nov. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=99776588&PinnedHotelID=99776588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/0689db60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Located on the top floor - 538 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/8485d054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Located on the ground floor - 538 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/f8acf5bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Twin Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Located on the top floor - 538 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/5880f70d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Located on the ground floor - 344 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99776600/99776588/5880f70d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Located on the top floor - 517 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Basic Triple Room ### Highlights Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Memory foam bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-Arusha.h99776588.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-Arusha.h99776588.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.37581%2C36.71783&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3dCbzgNnAinxTcl5kMfaYgYycug=) Kimandolu, Arusha, Arusha Region #### What's nearby - Arusha Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 3.4 km - Arusha International Conference Centre - 6 min drive - 3.7 km - Njiro Complex - 8 min drive - 4.5 km - Arusha National Park - 60 min drive - 42.5 km #### Getting around - Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪George's Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬5 min drive - ‪Arabica Coffee Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Hub - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Skill Forest Lodge Luxury lodge in the mountains You can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Skill Forest Lodge. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps. Other perks at this lodge include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Skill Forest Lodge boast perks such as pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and soap - Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100777000/100776956/31b34b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sanna Boutique Hotel Arusha - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 72 reviews CA $172 CA $237 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=100776956&PinnedHotelID=100776956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96290000/96281100/96281099/bc4725c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Didas Villa Arusha - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews CA $66 CA $79 total includes taxes & fees Dec 3 - 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Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 141 reviews CA $469 CA $585 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=34865479&PinnedHotelID=34865479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - In the mountains ### Spa - Deep-tissue massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Tile flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in room - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Built in 2021 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Memory foam mattress - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability ### 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 If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (one-way) 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, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Arusha Lodge Arusha Arusha Arusha Lodge Arusha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Skill Forest Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Skill Forest Lodge? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Skill Forest Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Skill Forest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 70 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Skill Forest Lodge located? > Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Arusha Golf Course, Arusha Clock Tower, and Natural History Museum. Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Arusha International Conference Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Skill Forest Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### charles Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Violet was so kind and made us a free local dish just so we could try it. Very welcoming and great service. 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