It’s a beautiful building with homey vibes and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff (especially Welly) were so kind, accommodating and helpful. While more ideal for long stayers, I really enjoyed my short time there, experiencing local food, amazing sunsets and unforgettable day trips.

I loved the host! Very kind and helpful. And the place is beautiful. Hot showers, great scenery, reliable WiFi, clean and cute rooms and lounges. Also close enough to the shops, toen and the trails. Will definitely be booking again 😍

“Awesome”

It’s great for budget travel

“Excellent”

Everything was super clean. The breakfast was great and the owner really friendly!

Best place to stay in Moshi! If your staying somewhere else you are making a huge mistake!

Kiliwoods Hostel is an absolute gem in Moshi. The host, Welima, is simply incredible welcoming, warm, and genuinely caring. Staying here truly feels like being at home. We had fascinating and meaningful conversations, and she goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels comfortable. The hostel itself is a cozy home, with a lovely green courtyard and garden where you can relax peacefully. Its location is perfect: slightly away from the noise of the city, yet very easy to reach by tuktuk (about 700 TZS). From here, access to the stunning Materuni Waterfall is super convenient. There’s also the opportunity to visit the orphanage supported by Welima local community organization Worthy of Hope Tanzania, which is a beautiful and impactful experience. You can find various volunteering opportunities and have a real impact on the local communities. Visit her website: https://worthyofhopetanzania.com Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic, peaceful, and heartwarming stay around Moshi.

“A wonderful place for a quiet, relaxing, and welcoming holiday!”

I stayed at Hostel Kiliwood for two nights with two friends, and we had an amazing experience! The host is wondeful—she took care of every detail to make sure our stay was perfect and treated us with a delicious homemade breakfast each morning. She also arranged a fantastic day trip to the Materuni Waterfalls, which made our time in Moshi even more special.

Lovely House and Garden, Weli is really sweet and helpful (and prepares a very good breakfast every morning) and it’s located right between the city centre and the green areas :)

“Thank you Weli!”

Really good location, just next to one of the main roads of Moshi. Weli (the host) makes you feel welcome at the moment of arrival. Very clean, and upon request really nice curry! Also for the runners, Weli is down for a run.

“Lovely space. Value for money. Would love to come again.”

I chose the place based on ease of access to the venue for the Kili Marathon. It worked perfectly as one could run to the stadium. The breakfast spread is generous and has variety. The proprietor Welly is an excellent host. She goes over and above to be of help to clients. Highly recommended.

“Lovely local accommodation”

It was very nice and clean, breakfast was amazing and nice space overall. Amazing host and good location. Fan provided. Me and my sister rented a room to stay before we went to Kilimanjaro and had a couple of days spare. Asante sana :)

“Best place in Moshi”

This was one of the best places Ive stayed in Africa, and the best in Tanzania. It is very chill, with a quite garden where I did yoga, with lovely Welima who cooks great and can help you with anything. I literally didn't eat out much cos the food here was delicious and affordable. The place is few kilometres away from the center thus it is very quite here, no bustling and all. And if you need to go there a private bajaji will cost like 2000-3000 tz and if you catch a public one it's 700 which is like less than a dollar. We came here with fellow volounteer I met in Arusha and had a great time and ended up extending for like a week, I didn't want to leave! Thank you for your hospitality and hopefully see you one day again when I come back to climb Kilimanjaro!

“Great stay!”

The host, Welima, is a gem. So resourceful and also a fun person to be around. She makes great food! The breakfasts I had were good and filling! The hostel has a nice lounge area and the garden is beautiful with a few fruit trees. The showers have hot water. The location is great and quite easy to find. Only thing missing is WiFi but I'm sure they will work on it.

“An incredibly charming hostel with a fantastic and innovative approach that combines travel and volunteering.”

Kilowood Hostel is truly an amazing place to stay in Moshi. Situated just outside the town center, it offers a peaceful location on the road leading up to Mount Kilimanjaro. The facilities and grounds are fantastic, but what really makes this hostel stand out is its owner, Welmi, and her dedication to the local community. Kilowood Hostel combines travel and backpacking with opportunities for volunteering and supporting the region. Ask Welmi about the NGOs they partner with and their volunteer program. This is the perfect place for travelers who want to do more than just sightsee—they can also make a difference and gain deep cultural insights through their work. The combination of volunteering and backpacking is innovative and a great approach! I had the honor of getting a glimpse into the daily work of an NGO that helps children in need. It was an incredibly humbling experience, and one of the highlights of my East Africa trip.

It's 3,5km away from Moshi town, but it's completely worth it if you like to take a deep rest during night, and if you value quiet over location.

Welly was a super hostess who took care of all our issues and helped. The bathroom in the shared room is very spacious. Breakfast was made right to our liking.

“Home away from home!”

Peaceful and quiet. Very clean. We'll stocked library and games for groups. Very nice host.

“would love to comeback 🥰”

Quiet and cool place.

“Cheap and cheerful, kind and caring hostel”

I had a lovely time at Hostel Kiliwood with Welima, the rooms and facilities are cleaned more frequently than any other places I’ve stayed in my life 👌🏿. The breakfast is modest and nice, and it’s very nice that dinner is also offered- although I didn’t get round to trying it as there is lots of food to try in town! Which is a 700shilling ride away by shared Tuktuk’s- which are very frequent from the bus stop just down the road. Excellent value. Welima is incredibly hardworking. Make sure to ask about the excursions offered- they are also very affordable, however also slightly less professional as a result.

This hostel should definitely be on the radar for anyone wanting to stay in Moshi a few nights for low prices, comfortable beds, warm hosts and delicious food offered. We had a super pleasant stay and would go back!