[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat Vacation home in Arusha ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110680000/110679600/110679552/ce55199f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110680000/110679600/110679552/af378f99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110680000/110679600/110679552/93aba04a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110680000/110679600/110679552/ea32aebb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110680000/110679600/110679552/c4cb64fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pool - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat With Olpopongi - Masai Cultural Village & Museum reachable in 46 km, Rafiki Retreat offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with bidet and free toiletries. Guests at Rafiki Retreat can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Old German Boma is 27 km from the accommodation, while Uhuru monument is 28 km from the property. Kilimanjaro International Airport is 32 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108600000/108598700/108598659/149bcd50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delightful bed & breakfast with WiFi in Arusha Arusha CA $35 CA $63 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=108598659&PinnedHotelID=108598659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90963400/90963328/faab8f22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### natural environment from river side ARUSHA [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=90963328&PinnedHotelID=90963328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114900000/114896000/114895960/12cca78c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rafiki Retreat Arusha - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.0 1 review CA $80 CA $109 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=114895960&PinnedHotelID=114895960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99401900/99401850/90e2551e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dik Dik Hotel Arusha - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 8.0 Very good 3 reviews CA $158 CA $188 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=99401850&PinnedHotelID=99401850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Mountain View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19720000/19712300/19712290/fdcc2075.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Airport Planet Lodge at Kilimanjaro Airport Arusha - Pool - Spa - Free airport shuttle - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 281 reviews CA $290 CA $345 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=19712290&PinnedHotelID=19712290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## 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-3.33651%2C36.88357&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=15mIPnvLK_m0ygnLezfIHuXq3eQ=) Arusha Region, Arusha Region #### What's nearby - Ngurdoto Crater - 16 min drive - 8.2 km - Lake Duluti - 23 min drive - 18.5 km - Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate - 26 min drive - 12.6 km - Arusha Clock Tower - 32 min drive - 29.6 km - Arusha National Park - 33 min drive - 16.7 km #### Getting around - Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Njeree's Bistro - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tanz-Hands - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dinah Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Rotterdam Garden - ‬9 min drive - ‪Merchantile - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $118.59, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Family-Cottage-At-Rafiki-Retreat-At-Rafiki-Retreat.h110679552.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Family Cottage at Rafiki Retreat at Rafiki Retreat located? > Situated in Arusha, this vacation home is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Ngurdoto Crater and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate and Lake Duluti. Arusha National Park is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away. ## Have a question? 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