Raha Leo Inn in Arusha
✅ Staff described as very kind, welcoming, and helpful, with personalized service including luggage storage after check-out ✅ Excellent downtown location near local restaurants and fresh markets ✅ Breakfast appreciated for including tea, coffee, fruit, toast, and omelette ✅ Stable WiFi signal noted by multiple guests ✅ Fair pricing for the city center area ❌ Bathrooms are small and cramped, with some guests mentioning knees touching walls when seated ❌ No air conditioning or fan in rooms, making them warm during midday ❌ Hot water is not consistently available, with some guests reporting only lukewarm showers ❌ Mosquito nets sometimes poorly maintained or dirty ❌ Noise on Saturday nights can be disruptive for longer stays
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Description
Raha Leo Inn is a modest 2-star hotel located in Arusha, Tanzania, offering a range of room types including Run of House, Standard, Standard Single, and Standard Double rooms. The hotel features practical amenities such as free WiFi, a garden, terrace, shared lounge/TV area, and free parking. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, with multiple reviews highlighting the warm service and helpfulness of the owner. Breakfast is available daily from 6:00 to 9:30 am, typically including tea, coffee, fruit, toast, and omelette, though additional fees apply. The hotel offers luggage storage and a tour desk, useful for travelers planning local excursions. While the rooms are clean and comfortable, some guests note that bathrooms can be small and that there is no air conditioning or hot water. Pet accommodation is not allowed, and the hotel enforces a minimum age of 18 for the main guest checking in.
Location
Raha Leo Inn is situated on Colonel Middleton Road in downtown Arusha. It is extremely close to Arusha Airport (ARK), located 0 km away, making it very convenient for travelers arriving by air. The hotel is surrounded by local restaurants and a fresh market, providing easy access to authentic dining and shopping experiences. Its central location allows guests to reach many points of interest on foot. The area can be lively in the evenings, with some noise reported on weekend nights, but the hotel remains a practical base for exploring the city center.
Tips
- Expect small bathrooms and no air conditioning, so plan accordingly for warm weather.
- Use the hotel’s tour desk for help booking local transport or excursions, as staff are known to be helpful.
- If you plan a longer stay, be aware that Saturday night noise in the area can be loud.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- Breakfast: Western [Mon - Sun] 06:00-09:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 10:00.
Services and facilities
- Smoking areas
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- No elevators
- Reception desk
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Breakfast
- Microwave oven
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transportation
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Free parking
- Pets Not Allowed
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Reviews
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The owner of Raha Leo Inn was very kind from check-in to check-out. We stayed for two days, and he checked if we needed breakfast in the morning and prepared it right away. We were also planning to travel to Dar es Salaam after our stay, but we hadn't yet booked our express bus, so he recommended an express bus company the day before we left. This was very helpful, as we weren't sure what to do.
Our room was a single-story building on the first floor and was just the right size for two people. Amenities included toilet paper and hand soap. There were no bugs, and the bed and interior were clean and comfortable. Wi-Fi was available. The hotel's exterior and lobby were very stylish, which I really appreciated.
Thank you for your hospitality.
The only concern was the toilets. They are clean but the knees touches the wall when sitting on the toilets
The area gets quite noisy on Saturday nights, sometimes until late at night. It might not be ideal for a long stay, but it’s a great place for a short stay.
It was good that the wifi was stable.
There are several restaurants around.
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Frequently asked questions about Raha Leo Inn
What types of rooms are available at Raha Leo Inn?
The hotel offers Run of House, Standard room, Standard Single room, and Standard Double room types.
Is breakfast included in the room rate at Raha Leo Inn?
Breakfast is served daily from 06:00 to 09:30 but is not included in the room rate and must be paid separately at the property.
Does Raha Leo Inn allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
How close is Raha Leo Inn to the airport?
The hotel is located 0 km from Arusha Airport (ARK), making it extremely close and convenient for travelers.
Are there any notable services to help with local travel arrangements?
Yes, Raha Leo Inn has a tour desk to assist guests with local travel plans.
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Hotel prices for: May - June 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 16 USD The best time to book is May 30, with rates starting from 15 USD