Title: First Point Arusha Hostel - 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) # First Point Arusha Hostel First Point Arusha Hostel welcomes travelers with continental breakfast each morning and a warm fireplace to unwind after exploring Tanzania ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44877900/44877827/54c5f4ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44877900/44877827/5657f31b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44877900/44877827/b88cebd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44877900/44877827/a4e0a858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44880000/44877900/44877827/6361c1c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Arusha, this hostel provides a peaceful stay with garden views and practical amenities. Travelers appreciate the reliable WiFi, helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk, and convenient dry cleaning services that make longer stays comfortable. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Laundry - Kitchen - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 25 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=44877827&PinnedHotelID=44877827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=44877827&PinnedHotelID=44877827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 26 - Oct. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=44877827&PinnedHotelID=44877827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=44877827&PinnedHotelID=44877827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - 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[Visit our Arusha travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha.dx178011) [View more Hostels in Arusha](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hostels.d178011-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-3.38586%2C36.69428&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Oqht0z2AlmNpqFZtu4kRZfS0D8U=) Fire daraja mbili, Arusha, 14, 1491 ### What's nearby - Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Arusha Clock Tower - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Arusha International Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Njiro Complex - 5 min drive - 3.7 km ### Getting around - Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 73 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hot Plate - ‬19 min walk - ‪George's Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬4 min drive - ‪Mc-Elly's Hotel - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### First Point Arusha Hostel Property highlights Consider a stay at First Point Arusha Hostel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at First Point Arusha Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi. More amenities include: - 7 bathrooms with showers and soap - Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19299200/19299139/6b8efd24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arusha Backpackers Hotel - Hostel Arusha - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 43 reviews CA $16 CA $20 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=19299139&PinnedHotelID=19299139&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7 shared bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: TZS 5000 ### 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 Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash Breakage deposit: TZS 2300 We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: TZS 80000 per vehicle (one-way) - Late check-out fee: TZS 5000 (subject to availability) 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 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as first point arusha hostel Arusha first point arusha hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation first point arusha hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Arusha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is First Point Arusha Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at First Point Arusha Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at First Point Arusha Hostel? > Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at First Point Arusha Hostel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for TZS 5000 (subject to availability). ### Does First Point Arusha Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 80000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is First Point Arusha Hostel located? > Situated in Arusha, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maasai Market and Curios Crafts and Arusha Clock Tower. Natural History Museum and Arusha Declaration Monument are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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