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About the Hotel

A104, Arusha, Tanzania

Rooms with Character

The Researchers Rest offers rooms named after Jo's favorite animal, featuring Super King beds, single beds, or queen size beds. Each room includes an ensuite bathroom with shower and free toiletries, laptop-friendly workspaces, free WiFi, washing machines, and garden views. The decor combines British antiques with African furniture and expedition souvenirs.

Dining at Researchers Rest

The onsite restaurant serves African, American, and Indian cuisine. Breakfast includes cooked-to-order options with continental, American, and vegetarian choices available daily. The bar provides drinks in the shared lounge or garden setting.

Grounds and Recreation

The property sits on a former coffee plantation with dense foliage. Facilities include a children's playground, barbecue area, sun terrace, and garden with seating. Guests can use the library and enjoy the relaxing oasis environment.

Location and Access

Located in Arusha near Sakina supermarket and Selian Town Clinic. The hotel is 10 km from central Arusha, with nearby landmarks including Uhuru Monument (2.5 km), Arusha International Conference Centre (3 km), and Cultural Heritage Art Gallery (3 km). A paid airport shuttle service is available.

Guest Services

Services include free roundtrip airport shuttle, ironing facilities, and garden furniture. The staff provides assistance with local arrangements. The property features British colonial architecture adapted using local materials, built by British adventurers Jo and Judith.

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Twin Room

2 persons

13 m²

2 Single beds

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Triple Room Private External Bathroom

2 persons

13 m²

3 Single beds

Shower

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Double Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

13 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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King Room Garden View

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Arusha 1.5 km

Airports

Arusha (ARK) 8.9 km

Kilimanjaro (JRO) 54.6 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

A104, Arusha, Tanzania

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A104, Arusha, Tanzania

City landmarks

Museum

Cultural Heritage Centre

3.0 km

Landmark

Sakina supermarket

1.0 km

Landmark

Tanzanite Experience

3.3 km

Event hall

Triple A Club

1.2 km

Landmark

Angels of God Ministries International church

1.8 km

Landmark

Maasai Market Curios and Crafts

3.5 km

Landmark

Arusha Community Church

1.9 km

Landmark

Uhuru monument

2.6 km

Museum

Arusha Declaration Museum

2.6 km

Market

Arusha Central Market

2.8 km

Landmark

Meru Treks

2.2 km

Public Building

Kilombero

2.2 km

Landmark

Church

2.3 km

Landmark

Arusha Stadium

2.3 km

Landmark

Isle of Jewels

3.1 km

Event hall

Arusha International Conference Centre

3.2 km

Landmark

Masai Central Market

2.8 km

Landmark

Arusha Baha'i Centre

2.4 km

Landmark

Old Boma Museum

3.3 km

Landmark

St. James Anglican Church

2.5 km

Landmark

Old German Boma

3.4 km

Market

Kilombero Produce Market

2.5 km

Landmark

Calvary Temple Arusha

2.6 km

Landmark

Club AQ

2.6 km

Landmark

Mosque

2.7 km

Landmark

Tanzanian Tourist Board

3.3 km

Landmark

Cultural Heritage Art Gallery & Shops

2.9 km

Landmark

Sanawari Market

2.9 km

Landmark

Sanawari

3.0 km

Landmark

St. Therese of the Child Jesus

3.0 km

Nearby

Sakina supermarket

1.0 km

Event hall

Triple A Club

1.2 km

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THE RESEARCHERS REST, Arusha – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Rooms with Character

Dining at Researchers Rest

Grounds and Recreation

Location and Access

Guest Services

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Location

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