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White House Hostels - Arusha

1.0 star property

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White House of Tanzania - Hostel is a haven for travelers near the airport. Begin your day with a free breakfast buffet and local cuisine at White House Restaurant, then unwind by the seasonal pool or explore the garden.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is S$76
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Portable fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Arusha, White House Hostels - Arusha is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Duluti and Mt. Meru, while Natural History Museum and Arusha Declaration Monument are cultural highlights. Cultural Heritage Centre and Meserani Snake Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Arusha travel guide
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Nane Nane Area, Njiro, Arusha, 7370

What's nearby

  • Njiro Complex
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • East & Southern African Management Institute
    4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower
    6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Arusha Declaration Monument
    7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium
    8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pillars
    4 min drive
  • George's Tavern
    6 min drive
  • Fifi's
    6 min drive
  • Karibu Uzunguni City Park
    6 min drive
  • Kilimanjaro Restaurant
    5 min drive

About this property

White House Hostels - Arusha

Hostel near the airport
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at White House Hostels - Arusha. The on-site local cuisine buffet restaurant, White House Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/games room.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Bike hire, self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, a billiards/pool table and coworking spaces
Room features
All guestrooms at White House Hostels - Arusha include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Portable fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 1 per night)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured parking on site (USD 1 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • White House Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 1 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 1 per night (3281 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

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 credit card, debit card or 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from June to February
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

White House Tanzania Hotel Arusha
White House Tanzania Hotel
White House of Tanzania - Hostel Arusha
White House of Tanzania - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does White House Hostels - Arusha have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at White House Hostels - Arusha?

As of 10 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White House Hostels - Arusha on 11 Mar, 2026 start from S$76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is White House Hostels - Arusha pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at White House Hostels - Arusha?

Self-parking is available for USD 1 per night.

What time is check-in at White House Hostels - Arusha?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at White House Hostels - Arusha?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does White House Hostels - Arusha provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is White House Hostels - Arusha located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Njiro Complex and within 3 miles (5 km) of East & Southern African Management Institute and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts. Arusha Clock Tower and Natural History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

White House Hostels - Arusha Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay. Highly recommend

People were fabulous. It was do unique and comfortable. Fire put, swings at outdoor bar, big comfy couches. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't say enough great things about the white house. Staff amazing, friendly and very accommodating. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

設施普普, 適合背包客

可以提供三餐的青年旅館, 但是無法外帶餐盒, 也必須在特定時間才能用餐, 我們必須一早出發, 無法吃到早餐......
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Ernesto, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem of a place off the beaten track.

From te moment you come in your greated as a family member. The hostel is run by a kind family who include all meals made from scratch!! I've never stayed anywhere, where staff cooked you delicious homemade tanzania food.