Springlands Hotel Moshi in Moshi

We stayed here for two nights recently at the end of a safari holiday. Our flight home was changed and we had two extra unexpected nights in Tanzania. We found the Springlands Hotel fine. The pool area was good and they had comfortable sun beds. Our room was fine but my son’s room next door was a bit dark and dingy. We had full board there and found the food to be good. It is clear that efforts have been made to provide food to suit people from different parts of the world. We were there in the low season when the hotel was quiet. The strength of this hotel is the staff. They are all very friendly, helpful and obliging. In particular, I would like to mention Benjamin who is a real asset. The layout of the garden is very pleasant with several different seating areas spread about. This place is an oasis of calm in a busy African town. It also has a secure gated entrance. This hotel is, I understand, associated with a local Children’s Charity.

Our US travel agency booked us here. We stayed two nights because we wanted to do a day hike before starting our safari. The hotel is affiliated with ZARA Safari Tours, so their groups were coming and going. ZARA provided us with a very professional guide and driver for our day hike. There is a pool, but this is not a resort. It is just a place to prepare for a climb, or to relax and celebrate after one. Most people stay only one night. The rooms are clean, but basic. The bath was large, but a bit dark. There was a light above the sink, but we could not get it to turn on. The maintenance man looked at it – “It’s not broken. It just doesn’t work.” Ok, it’s not the end of the world. The shower was spacious with plenty of hot water, and the towels were large and of good quality. The bed was comfortable and linens were good quality. The hotel is outside of town, in a gated compound. There is no reason to leave the property because there is nothing around. You will take all your meals on property. The food is basic, but very good, and there is plenty of it. The dining area is spacious and well-staffed. The buildings were freshly painted. The grounds are well maintained and attractive, and there a lots of smaller spaces where groups can gather. The bar is staffed with friendly servers. The cost of the food and drinks was reasonable. What we remember the most was how great the people were, especially the staff in the dining room and the bar. They were happy, friendly, and eager to serve.

This is a clean & simple hotel. The staff was friendly. The dining area was spacious. This is where the Breakfast & Dinner Buffets were held.