Darema Homestay

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Darema Homestay in Shangarai offers recently renovated rooms with garden and mountain views. Each room includes a private bathroom, kitchenette, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a beautiful garden, outdoor fireplace, and an indoor play area. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, outdoor dining area, and picnic spots. Convenient Services: The homestay provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Services include room service, housekeeping, and a tour desk. Local Attractions: Located 16 km from Arusha Airport, the property is near Old German Boma (10 km), Uhuru Monument (11 km), and Ngurdoto Crater (27 km). Cycling activities are available.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Monique
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “We had a nice room upstairs. The family lives at the groundfloor. For only 10 USD pp they cook for you. The owner Matthew is very kind and offers all kind of excursions for a fair price. He took us to Arusha NP and to Lake Duluti and arranged...”
  • Marzanna
    Tanzania Tanzania
    “A perfect location for people who love peace and greenery. Birds woke me up in the morning, cicadas put me to sleep in the evening. Very friendly and helpful hosts, good food. The owner drives a taxi, picks you up from the airport, takes you to...”
  • Linda
    Tanzania Tanzania
    “Matthew and his family were amazing hosts and went above and beyond to help us and provide delicious vegan food. The room was spacious with a balcony where you could see Kilimanjaro through the trees. Also had a big bathroom. Def recommend”
  • Justin
    Canada Canada
    “The room was very comfortable and clean. The property is located in a beautiful area, lovely nature surroundings and mountain views. Mathew is a fantastic and accommodating host and tour guide who made our stay effortless. He helped us arrange...”

Hosted by Mathew Darema

9.5
Host review score
Mathew Darema
Darema Homestay in Arusha offers an authentic and affordable travel experience hosted by a local Tanzanian family. Located in Shangarai just outside the city, with a spectacular view of Mount Meru, blissful surroundings and cheerful hosts, this is an ideal haven for travelers seeking to explore the local community and culture of Tanzania without breaking the bank. With essential facilities and 24/7 airport transfer services, Darema Homestay provides a convenient, value-for-money alternative for independent travelers when visiting the tourist city of Arusha. We organize day tours of the city, as well as national park safaris, mountain treks and trips to remarkable waterfalls. Say goodbye to expensive hotels and embrace a genuine Tanzanian experience. Book your stay with Darema Homestay and get to explore Arusha in style while making lifelong memories with your new Tanzanian friends!
Tourism enthusiast with 15+ years of expertise in tour operations and hospitality; making memories one journey at a time.
Languages spoken: English,Swahili

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House rules

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Check-in
From 00:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 16:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Darema Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.