"Staff was friendly
However there was not 24 hr front desk we called and woke up a staff to let us in
The room was not ready for us stain on bed sheet
No toilet paper
No towels
Water did not work properly in shower
Toilet did not flush properly, pipe in bathrokm was leaking.
No wifi provided
"
"Staff was friendly
However there was not 24 hr front desk we called and woke up a staff to let us in
The room was not ready for us stain on bed sheet
No toilet paper
No towels
Water did not work properly in shower
Toilet did not flush properly, pipe in bathrokm was leaking.
No wifi provided
"
"We only spent one night but it was a clean hotel with good ac, and friendly staff. Honestly wish we got to stay there for more of our trip but oh well."
"We only spent one night but it was a clean hotel with good ac, and friendly staff. Honestly wish we got to stay there for more of our trip but oh well."
"Yes there is a bumpy 15 minute ride from the main road but the pay off is a tranquil environment to relax at Kili Villa. Our room had a lovely outlook to the gardens where local fauna and birds did their thing. The staff were welcoming and courteous, and the food was delicious. Perhaps the experience could have been improved with better communication about food and drink options when we arrived (with an explanation card). There are no other options for F&B in the area (aside from the golf club)...
"Yes there is a bumpy 15 minute ride from the main road but the pay off is a tranquil environment to relax at Kili Villa. Our room had a lovely outlook to the gardens where local fauna and birds did their thing. The staff were welcoming and courteous, and the food was delicious. Perhaps the experience could have been improved with better communication about food and drink options when we arrived (with an explanation card). There are no other options for F&B in the area (aside from the golf club)...
"I had a great stay there and such a great host. Belinda very nice person she waited for me patiently as my flight got there pretty late. Very attentive and just good people. "
"I had a great stay there and such a great host. Belinda very nice person she waited for me patiently as my flight got there pretty late. Very attentive and just good people. "
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nice and comfortable accommodation in the setting of a previous coffee plantation. Our garden room backs on the Usa River and there is a sitting area that one can sit and relax. The swimming room is just short walk from our room.
Staff are friendly and nice. They offer turn down service and help to prep your bed net and spray the room to decrease mosquitoes in your room.
Nice and comfortable accommodation in the setting of a previous coffee plantation. Our garden room backs on the Usa River and there is a sitting area that one can sit and relax. The swimming room is just short walk from our room.
Staff are friendly and nice. They offer turn down service and help to prep your bed net and spray the room to decrease mosquitoes in your room.
Yvonne
Reviewed November 8, 2024Reviewed November 8, 2024
Loved staying here, away from noise of Arusha before setting out on safari. Est our meals outside near waterhole with Colobus monkeys in the trees. Staff were lovely.
Loved staying here, away from noise of Arusha before setting out on safari. Est our meals outside near waterhole with Colobus monkeys in the trees. Staff were lovely.
This property is like the Garden of Eden......beautiful, natural, peaceful. Excellent food, beautiful accommodations, interesting activities, very gracious and accommodating staff.
This property is like the Garden of Eden......beautiful, natural, peaceful. Excellent food, beautiful accommodations, interesting activities, very gracious and accommodating staff.
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed November 18, 2018Reviewed November 18, 2018
My husband and I stayed for 2 nights at the end of a 19 day safari. The staff were amazing and so helpful. The pool and the air conditioning were both enjoyed. We had a 6 am flight, we were up to get a 3 am shuttle and there was fresh coffee and a breakfast box. We would stay again.
My husband and I stayed for 2 nights at the end of a 19 day safari. The staff were amazing and so helpful. The pool and the air conditioning were both enjoyed. We had a 6 am flight, we were up to get a 3 am shuttle and there was fresh coffee and a breakfast box. We would stay again.
Karen
Reviewed November 2, 2026Reviewed November 2, 2026
Gary and I had an excellent experience staying at Korona House during our visit to Arusha. We were able to use Korona house as a base during various activities, confidently leaving valuables in safe keeping while hiking Kilimanjaro. Quick laundry service before heading out on the next adventure. Nicely presented and tasty meals, with great service from Joseph, Innocence and Gerrald, and Chas, the manager were friendly and supportive in our attempt to learn some basic Swahili. If you are...
Gary and I had an excellent experience staying at Korona House during our visit to Arusha. We were able to use Korona house as a base during various activities, confidently leaving valuables in safe keeping while hiking Kilimanjaro. Quick laundry service before heading out on the next adventure. Nicely presented and tasty meals, with great service from Joseph, Innocence and Gerrald, and Chas, the manager were friendly and supportive in our attempt to learn some basic Swahili. If you are...
The staff at this hotel were excellent. The manager, Joseph was very helpful and professional. He even took me to a clinic when I had a medical issue and waited for 2 hours while I was assessed. Nice rooms, excellent meals, and a lovely pool.
The staff at this hotel were excellent. The manager, Joseph was very helpful and professional. He even took me to a clinic when I had a medical issue and waited for 2 hours while I was assessed. Nice rooms, excellent meals, and a lovely pool.
Denis and Carolyn
Reviewed September 21, 2025Reviewed September 21, 2025
From the complementary pickup at the airport (two different times as my colleague and I were on different flights) to the check-in and the rooms, everything was excellent. We had a delightful dinner meal in the restaurant and breakfast the next day was very good as well. The room was most comfortable (outstanding mattress) and clean. As we walked around the grounds the staff were both friendly and helpful.
From the complementary pickup at the airport (two different times as my colleague and I were on different flights) to the check-in and the rooms, everything was excellent. We had a delightful dinner meal in the restaurant and breakfast the next day was very good as well. The room was most comfortable (outstanding mattress) and clean. As we walked around the grounds the staff were both friendly and helpful.
We found the villa to be decent, it was probably one of the cleaner places we stayed at while in Africa. The staff can communicate in English enough to understand your needs. It is quite remote though, so if you're planning to commute to and from city centre, you have to walk a good 10-15 min before you can catch a dara dara to town (which should only cost 400 shillings). Oh and it is also quite far away from the airport, so it cost us around $30 USD to get there even with some extreme...
We found the villa to be decent, it was probably one of the cleaner places we stayed at while in Africa. The staff can communicate in English enough to understand your needs. It is quite remote though, so if you're planning to commute to and from city centre, you have to walk a good 10-15 min before you can catch a dara dara to town (which should only cost 400 shillings). Oh and it is also quite far away from the airport, so it cost us around $30 USD to get there even with some extreme...
Sharon
Reviewed September 15, 2014Reviewed September 15, 2014
It was great stay, everyone was welcoming and very courteous. The food was very good too.
The only issue we faced at the time was construction going on around the pool area, so we couldn’t use that. And the internet was not available in the room for the evening, had to go to the lobby and use it.
Other than that we had an amazing stay, and Alan the assistant manager was always available to make sure we had everything we need. Will come back here for sure!
It was great stay, everyone was welcoming and very courteous. The food was very good too.
The only issue we faced at the time was construction going on around the pool area, so we couldn’t use that. And the internet was not available in the room for the evening, had to go to the lobby and use it.
Other than that we had an amazing stay, and Alan the assistant manager was always available to make sure we had everything we need. Will come back here for sure!
The best area to stay in Mbuguni is typically along the main road that runs through the centre of the town, offering the most convenient access to amenities and transport links.
This central stretch of Mbuguni is where you'll find most of the local guesthouses and small hotels. It's the most developed part of the town, with shops, local eateries, and bus stops readily available. While Mbuguni itself is a smaller town, this area acts as its hub.
For travellers using Mbuguni as a base for onward journeys or as a stopover, staying in this central zone is practical. It allows for easy access to public transport, making connections to larger cities like Arusha or to nearby safari departure points straightforward. You'll find that most guesthouses here are family-run and offer a comfortable, no-frills stay.
Couples looking for a convenient and well-located base before or after a safari often find this area suitable. It provides a practical starting point for exploring the region without being too far off the beaten path.
When is the best time to go to Mbuguni?
The best time to visit Mbuguni is during the dry seasons, which run from June to October and again from December to March.
These months offer pleasant weather with less rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing. The temperatures are generally warm and comfortable, superb for exploring the surrounding natural beauty.
For those planning safaris or nature walks, the dry season ensures better road conditions and clearer skies, enhancing the overall experience. Wildlife is also easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
Conversely, the wet seasons, from April to May and November, bring heavier rains, which can make some roads less accessible and impact visibility for wildlife viewing.
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