[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # View Mountain House - Backpackers Hostel in Arusha with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/674c0730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/b33b387a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/6a17d971.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/8e6215e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53157300/53157276/43cedcb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Welcome to View Mountain House - Backpackers, where a warm atmosphere and stunning views await. Enjoy a self-serve breakfast on the garden-fresh terrace, indulge in international cuisine at Mountain house restaurant, explore the library or connect with free WiFi. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-View-Mountain-House.h53157276.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FArusha-Hotels-View-Mountain-House.h53157276.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-3.39362%2C36.65994&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hiEtHom4Sjri6Nhwy_3s7W_mMIQ=) Ngusero Street, Arusha, 00000 #### What's nearby - Cultural Heritage Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 7 min drive - 4.5 km - Arusha Clock Tower - 7 min drive - 5.6 km - Arusha International Conference Centre - 8 min drive - 5.9 km - Njiro Complex - 10 min drive - 6.7 km #### Getting around - Arusha (ARK) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hot Plate - ‬6 min drive - ‪Tamani Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Bistro - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mc-Elly's Hotel - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### View Mountain House - Backpackers Property highlights Take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at View Mountain House - Backpackers. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Mountain house, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage - Pet-sitting services, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers Room features All guestrooms at View Mountain House - Backpackers include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Showers and shampoo - Wardrobes/closets, fans, and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Onsite parking available only on request - Free secured self parking on site - Limited onsite parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - Mountain house ### Things to do - Library ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 4:30 AM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.5 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 4:30 AM - Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.5 per night 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, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as View Mountain House View Mountain House - Backpackers Arusha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is View Mountain House - Backpackers pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from midnight– 4:30 AM for a fee of 50%. ### What time is check-out at View Mountain House - Backpackers? > Check-out is at 11:30 AM. ### Does View Mountain House - Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is View Mountain House - Backpackers located? > Situated in Arusha, this hostel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Cultural Heritage Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium and Arusha Declaration Monument. Arusha Clock Tower and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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