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Hatari Lodge

4.0 of 5
Momella Rd | P.O. Box 3171, Arusha, Tanzania
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Hatari Lodge
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Nairobi
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

My 3-year old daughter and I stayed at the Hatari Lodge for two nights and had a lovely time. The decor was stunning and perfect in every detail. Very original and tasteful. The food was excellent for all meals, and the surroundings beautiful especially when the giraffes came by and we were lucky enough to get a clear morning with... More

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Tampa, Florida
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013 via mobile

I just wanted to stay that I haven't had the opportunity to stay at this lodge yet but my interactions with Georgina have been fantastic!! It's been so difficult to try and figure out where to stay and what to do and georgina has been very courteous and timely in returning emails something that i have found rare in looking... More

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Arusha, Tanzania
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28 reviews 28 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

October 12, 2012 stayed overnight in Hatari Lodge, which is an amazing place. A John Wayne film - Hatari was filmed there. Official website - http://www.hatarilodge.com Our room was #9. Place is very popular with tourist from Germany. Food was good. Dinning place is a beautiful room with fireplace. Staff was courteous. Animals - warthogs and giraffes walking freely across... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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7 hotel reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2012 via mobile

We spent only one night at Hatari Lodge but I am very impressed by the Tutonic efficiency the place was run. The own grown vegetables and fruits were yummy, best rockets I'd had for a while. The rooms were nice, quirky but cheerfully welcoming, animal heads (fake) adorn the walls. The fireplace was a nice touch, unfortunate our friends' room... More

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Management response:
14 July 2012

Tutonic efficiency...our roots seem to be strong and effective...thank you very much! We focus on an organic and sustainable approach at our Hatari Forest Garden Project, one of the projects of our Momella Foundation. We hope to serve you some delicious homegrown fruits and vegetables once again! More

Bristol, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2012

I visited Hatari Lodge with my four children (youngest 15, oldest 23) in August 2011. We stayed four nights, 2 either side of our ascent of Meru. We then had 3 nights at Shu`mata camp. We had the most wonderful time! We thought Hatari, the food, the service, the friendliness of the owners and their team to be really first... More

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Management response:
14 July 2012

Yes, indeed, it is a challenge to set up and maintain a first class level in a tough environment, but for our guests we love to take it up everyday! Hope to host you and the whole family once again! More

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I was recently surprised with a visit to Arusha National Park and a stay at Hatari Lodge. The giraffes and warthogs wandering freely close to the lodge as well as the cheeky vervet monkeys made for endless hours of entertainment. The staff were warm and friendly, food was delicious and a good choice of wines were on offer. The lodge... More

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Arusha, Tanzania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

This past weekend I returned to Hatari Lodge for my third visit - and it only gets better with each visit! This is truly a hidden gem of a place surrounded by some of Tanzania's most stunning nature. I have lived in Tanzania for the past 30 years but recently relocated from the coast to Arusha. Arusha National Park was... More

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Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

We stayed at Hatari Lodge for two nights in March and really enjoyed the setting of the lodge nestled against the edge of Arusha National Park. The lodge is a lovely, historic property and was used during the filming of John Wayne's movie, Hatari! (meaning "danger"). It is tastefully decorated with many African art objects and gives a nod to... More

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Basel, Switzerland
2 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011

My family and I stayed at the Hatari Lodge located at the edge of Arusha National Park during the first week of August 2011. The Hatari Lodge was the last place we stayed after spending two weeks in Tanzania at different parks. We enjoyed our stay at the Hatari Lodge very much. The ecosystems in the Arusha National Park are... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011

After a 12 days tour in Tanzania, we found that the Hatari Lodge was the one that had offered us the best balance between a nice location, a good service and comfortable rooms. We had an schedule problem when we arrived and the manager-owner immediately solved everything and found a way to lodge us one more night. The beds were... More

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Also Known As:
Hatari Hotel
Hatari Hotel Arusha
Address: Momella Rd | P.O. Box 3171, 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 Suites
Hotel Style:
#1 Luxury Hotels in Arusha
#3 Family Hotels in Arusha
Price Range: €€€€
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

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