River House Lodge, Arusha

A 3-star lodge located 5 km from Arusha Airport on a quiet street, River House Lodge offers family rooms with air-conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms, work desks, seating areas, TVs, and electric kettles. The on-site restaurant serves continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and halal breakfasts, with lunch and dinner available. Guests can use the terrace, bar, and free WiFi in public areas, and the property provides room service and breakfast in the room. Free private parking is available on site, and a paid airport shuttle service is offered. The lodge features 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside the property, fire extinguishers, key card access, security alarms, and smoke alarms. Pets are allowed, and non-smoking rooms are available. The location offers views of Mount Meru from upper-floor balconies, and nearby attractions include the Uhuru Monument (4 km), Old German Boma (5 km), and Njiro Complex, with Arusha city center 10 km away. Bike tours, game drives, nightclub/DJ, and walking tours are offered, and the lodge is suitable for leisure travelers and families with children. A guest noted that the receptionist and restaurant staff were friendly, and the bed was comfortable at River House Lodge.

The room was clean, and the staff washed the car for free.

The superior king room offered a study room and excellent room service.

The atmosphere was peaceful, and the food had a great selection of local and international dishes.

The lodge provides adequate parking space and is affordable.

The lodge is slightly far from the main road and difficult to access without assistance, with inconspicuous signage.

WiFi was reported as non-existent by some guests, and breakfast options were limited with eggs often overcooked.