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Planet Lodge

3.0 of 5
Plot 2271, Moshono Village, Arusha, Tanzania
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Planet Lodge
Ranked #6 of 34 hotels in Arusha
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seattle, wa
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is the place to stay in Arusha - the staff are all exceedingly helpful and friendly. The rooms are nice, nothing fancy but clean, comfortable, safe and peaceful. the grounds for this hotel are beautiful, with a gorgeous view of Mt. Meru in the background. Will definitely stay here again on subsequent visits to Arusha!!!

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

My partner and I stayed several nights at Planet Lodge in February and March this year while in and out of the bush on a month long safari. The entire property is very attractive with excellent landscaping, and a spacious well built reception building. The security is good while at the same time being inconspicuous. The rooms are clean, very... More

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PlanetLodger, Director of Sales at Planet Lodge, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Mr. Murray, Your compliments and 5/5 review is sincerely appreciated. We thrive to offer a good balance of quality and value for money. I am very glad to hear that you enjoyed our garden, rooms, meals and interactions with staff. We enjoyed having you with us and consider both of you to be part of the family. Karibuni tena nyumbani!... More

Atlanta, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

I booked this Lodge for our wedding anniversary, and stayed there for three nights. On arrival we received a complimentary drink and a bottle of wine in our room. The free wifi was an added bonus. From Breakfast to lunch and dinner the food was great, and reasonably priced; no complaints. The poolside bar was a great place to sit... More

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PlanetLodger, Director of Sales at Planet Lodge, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Jeysen L, First and foremost, thank you for sharing you anniversary with us. Our goal is to provide the best service possible, and I am very pleased that you have experienced our great service. We would be very happy to welcome you back soon! Regards, Eva More

UK
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I spent 3 nights before my safari at Planet Lodge and one night afterwards. It was low season so the hotel was very quiet but all the staff went out of their way to make me feel welcome and at home. The rooms are large, clean and comfortable with good nets and fans. The bathroom and shower seemed fine to... More

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India
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We stayed at Planet Lodge the night we arrived in Tanzania for our safari. We were dog-tired after a long journey to Africa. We hadn't double-checked on this place when it was put into our safari itinerary, knowing that it was only a transit point before setting out on our safari early the next morning. Had we double-checked, I am... More

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Burlington, Vermont
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

My colleague and I traveled to Tanzania for work recently. We spent 10 days at Planet Lodge. 10 wonderfully comfortable and delightful days! While Planet Lodge is a bit far from Arusha and it gets costly to travel back and forth to town, it was also a pleasure to be in a quite and comfortable hotel--away from the hustle and... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I've only visited Planet Lodge for the pool, quite a nice location with the backdrop of Mount Meru, umbrellas and sun-loungers. Bar service at the pool is pretty quick. Food service from the pool is slow due to someone having to walk to the kitchen 80m away and place the order, but the food is good.

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Denver, Colorado
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23 reviews 23 reviews
11 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Came here for a weekend holiday to get away from the city and relax and was very happy. The lodge was quiet, the room was big with a private balcony and hot showers, there was a small pool area and a comfy reception/restaurant/bar area. Dinner was great, breakfast was pretty standard - fruit, eggs, toast, etc. The staff were fantastic... More

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Somerville, Massachusetts
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27 reviews 27 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

I was very happy to spend a night at Planet Lodge on my Kili trip in Tanzania. It is comfortable, pleasant and has wifi and a very friendly helpful staff. The breakfast buffet was very good...eggs made anyway you want on site. I did not eat dinner here. I would go back to this hotel. I would recommend they invest... More

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PlanetLodger, Director of Sales at Planet Lodge, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Dear dogzzarecool, We appreciate you choosing us for your stay in Arusha! I am glad to know that you enjoyed your stay.. particularly the breakfast options, comfortable and pleasant grounds, wifi and a very friendly helpful staff. You might be glad to also learn that a third of our rooms have AC units installed already! We listen and take action... More

Herndon, Virginia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

Began our trip here and it still stands out in my mind as the best place we stayed at during our 2 weeks in Tanzania. Only downsides were that we did not have aircon - only floor fan - and water pressure was very low. However, nights were comfortable and it only bordered on too warm during the day. Service... More

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PlanetLodger, Director of Sales at Planet Lodge, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Hello jc1302, We are all delighted to know that Planet Lodge still stands out in your mind as the best place you stayed at during your 2 weeks in Tanzania! It is true that we do our best to ensure that our Wifi is fast and reliable and service from every member of staff is "very attentive and polite". You... More

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Address: Plot 2271, Moshono Village, Arusha, Tanzania
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Region: Tanzania > Arusha Region > Arusha
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 34 hotels in Arusha
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nestled in the heart of Arusha, Planet Lodge will captivate you with the natural beauty of the Tanzanian landscape. Our unique African village styled accommodations offers you a peaceful sanctuary where you can unwind and connect with nature. Situated on 4.5 acres of lush gardens with views of Mount Meru, this African retreat places you in the center of that delicate balance where nature and casual living intersect. ... more   less 
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