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The Equator Hotel

3.0 star property
Arusha hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Bar (on property)
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View | Garden view
Balcony
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $54
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View | Garden view

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Boma Road, Arusha, 3002

What's nearby

  • Arusha Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Njiro Complex - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 25 min drive
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kitamu Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Africafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arusha Center Inn Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Equator Hotel

Enjoy your visit to Arusha with a stay at The Equator Hotel. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 12 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Equator Hotel Arusha
Equator Hotel
Equator Arusha
The Equator Hotel Hotel
The Equator Hotel Arusha
The Equator Hotel Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Does The Equator Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Equator Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Equator Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Equator Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Equator Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Equator Hotel and nearby?
The Equator Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Equator Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does The Equator Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around The Equator Hotel like?
The Equator Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Arusha Clock Tower and 6 minutes' walk from Arusha International Conference Centre.

The Equator Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Alex, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great hotel for the price. The property is beautiful, rooms are clean and turned over every day. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is good, although there could be more consistency in the coffee amount and quality. Nice little bar as well, prices are a bit more expensive than out on the town, but definitely reasonable. My only major complaint is the shower/hot water situation, having stayed in 3 different rooms, it is very inconsistent in how well it works. Sometimes its fine, other times its not. The most recent room I stayed in had plenty of hot water, but when showering, you could only get blisteringly hot or cold at once, never a warm blend. However, hot water issues are common even at the more expensive hotels in Arusha, so its expected. Location is safe and very convenient, right by the clock tower and the museum. I will definitely stay here again next time I am in Arusha
Alex, 7-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very frienfly staff. Good value for the price. Placed right in city center. Spacey rooms
kjetil, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

This was a very conveniently located, safe environment. The breakfast buffet was adequate, but we didn't eat any other meals there. The room and bed were comfortable; great hot water in the shower. We were there in the cooler months, so things were fine, but I'm not sure how comfortable it would be in the hot months as there was no AC in the room, but there is a fan. What they really lack is a way to enjoy their outdoor garden area. There were no seats outside in the grass. Maybe a park bench, some tables and chairs placed around the property so you could sit outside on a nice day and enjoy the fresh air would be a big improvement. I would certainly stay here again, but just set your expectations properly.
Janice, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This less expensive hotel in Arusha was quite satisfactory! It’s not 5 stars but it is a safe and comfortable hotel! The reason I gave it a 4 was because the smoke alarm binged all night ? Needs new battery? The bed was fine; mosquito netting was good; breakfast was quite good with lots of fresh fruit! The staff were very pleasant
George, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Richie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed at Equator hotel 3 nights during our Safari in Tanzania, before, and after. The staff was always smiling and we enjoyed at lot of fist and elbow greetings. Our laundry was done very timely. The restaurant was spacious and the food was well prepared. Expedia didn’t contact them for our arrival but the Equator staff were able to accommodate us. We eve had a few words in Swahili taught to us by the staff.
Judith, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Dinner food needs improvement
Dave, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Equator in Arusha
Clean , comfortable, good value for the money… staff very accommodating. Excellent location in the center of the town, near clock tower… easy to get transportation to various spots … had a good stay
Rita, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The restaurant had delicious food with a beautiful breakfast spread. Thank you to the front desk for being so helpful and coordinating rides for me! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would recommend Equator Hotel to anyone visiting Arusha.
Dana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant city centre hotel with garden.
The hotel is ideally located in the centre of Arusha. It has wonderful large garden and the spacious balcony of our room overlooked that garden. The rooms were also spacious with comfortable beds. The breakfast was varied with fruits, fresh pancakes and eggs at your choice prepared on the spot. The hotel might need a little update of the bathrooms but currently it is excellent value for money.
Stanislava, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Sara-Jane, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very Good Value for Money
Great location. Friendly staff. Fine and abundant breakfast. Spacious room. Beautiful gardens. Full-service restaurant . Under $40 USD per night
Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Sadly horrible everything
No AC, rooms smell and roaches in room. No safe
Chiedozie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Helen, 7-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The garden is very nice, well looked after. They try very much to keep the rooms and everywhere clean and even the linen. The building needs some tender care, painting and there is a smell that hits you as you enter the lobby or sitting or bar area or the kitchen. I dont know what it is, could be from the building or burning some stuff. That place has a good potential to be a comfortable destination
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

A garden hotel in the city
The Equator Hotel Arusha is conveniently located near the Clock Tower, a mini-grocery, and coffee shops like Bamboo Cafe and Africafe. The hotel has a nice garden, courteous staff, and a welcoming owner/manager. The spacious rooms are relatively old, but well-kept. Wifi internet was supposed to be available in the rooms, but the staff couldn't make it work. The staff, and the owner/manager eventually found a way to address the issue. The electricity socket extensions didn't function, too. On our check-out day, we were allowed to store our suitcases; and given packed breakfast to-go, as our safari tour started early in the morning. The receptionist, Fatuma, is courteous and helpful. She can further improve her service by answering questions properly instead of asking questions back*. * a couple of examples: 1. When asked "what is the normal time for breakfast?" Fatuma's response was "what time do you want for breakfast?" We eventually learned that it's 7:30-10 AM. 2. Me during our first breakfast: "What are the options for breakfast?" Fatuma's reply: "What do you want for breakfast?" As it turned out, there was a menu for breakfast. She could have told me about it or shown me the menu right away.
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

great green space. breakfast had good variety. bathroom was a bit run down. lots of atms around.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This place has a 70s retro feel, it's basic, safe but a bit grungy. The staff are lovely and very helpful. I enjoyed staying here and highly recommend it as a great budget option
2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

It is an old hotel and they try to keep it up as best as possible. Nice staff, eager to please. Patrick the GM was very good, welcoming and personable. Thumbs up to the good work they are doing with such an old property. For USD 40 it is good value, great location. Garden facing room is very pleasant. Avoid city facing if possible, facing a very old dilapidated building.
JosephA, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staff is very nice and welcoming. Our airport pick-up that was arranged by hotel was on-time, friendly, and safe. The restaurant located inside the hotel was delicious! Very pleasant stay.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Hotel in Arusha
Great place at downtown Arusha. The best rooms are the ones with the garden view. Very nice service and the Indian food at the restaurant was excellent.
susana, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review