Karanga River Lodge
Arusha-Himo Road
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2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Very friendly and helpful staff who all spoke quite good English”
“The breakfast was very good, and the staff was very friendly”
“They had a lovely bar for beers , cocktails and comfortable lounge area”
“Rooms and grounds were, simple comfortable and clean”
“The swimming pool was very clean and refreshing swim in the mid day and afternoo…”
“The room was clean and had a ceiling fan”
“The pool was nice and clean”
“The pool is a great way to relax post Killmanjaro”
“Breakfast and dinner was excellent”
“Very nice breakfast and great coffee with the kiliminjaro view”
“The location was peaceful, yet still within a short distance from the town cente…”
“The location was good in relation to visiting other places”
Overview
Offering views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Karanga River Lodge is located in Moshi and boasts a restaurant and 24-hour front desk. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Simply furnished, all rooms are equipped with a fan and mosquito nets. The executive rooms offer a flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms include a shower. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning. The a la carte garden restaurant offers African and international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy refreshments at the bar. Staff at Karanga River Lodge can help you organize tours and excursions to nearby attractions. Mount Kilimanjaro is about 20 km and Lake Chala is 48 km from the property. The Kilimanjaro International Airport is a 40-minutes’ drive from Hartebeest View. The property offers free parking.
Traveller reviews
Mercy
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“Awesome!! The rooms are clean and the staff are friendly.”
The road to the hotel is bad during the rainy season, its 100 metres though
Lorna
family_with_children
May 5, 2026
“A lovely friendly staff and comfortable place to stay. Great breakfasts and food , quiet and safe”
Very friendly and helpful staff who all spoke quite good English. Agnes and her team were excellent and very helpful . They helped us with a reliable tuk tuk driver and other questions. Breakfast and dinner was excellent. Plenty of fresh fruits/ juice fresh Coffee and yummy pancakes and Spanish omelet. Lunch and dinner options for local Swahili food and staff available all day . They had a lovely bar for beers , cocktails and comfortable lounge area. The swimming pool was very clean and refreshing swim in the mid day and afternoon Agnes her team were excellent and very helpful. The accomodation was very clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again if we were staying in Moshi .
Amanda
solo_traveller
February 2, 2026
The room was clean and had a ceiling fan. Hot water was available from the shower. The breakfast was very good, and the staff was very friendly. The pool was nice and clean. Laundry service was available for a small fee. The owners happened to be there at the same time, arranged activities for the day, and were very hospitable. The location was peaceful, yet still within a short distance from the town center.
Peter
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“Kilimanjaro Machame route”
Staff were brilliant and helped with a number of requests and issues we needed sorting.
Trisha
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Wonderful layover 1 hr from KIA”
Rooms and grounds were, simple comfortable and clean. The area was quiet and staff were welcoming and kind.
Mike
couple
November 15, 2025
Super comfortable, large rooms. The staff were amazing and super helpful. Food was great. Everything about the stay we loved. We felt at home, so much so we stayed again after the mountain. The pool is a great way to relax post Killmanjaro
El Masry
solo_traveller
October 24, 2025
Very nice breakfast and great coffee with the kiliminjaro view
james
extended_group
October 3, 2025
“Lovely staff”
The staff were really great and attentive, the restaurant is actually very good and good value for money. The hotel manager was really helpful with local knowledge, helping us sort onward travel arrangements and laundry.
Marijke
family_with_children
August 26, 2025
“We had a lovely stay at the Karanga River Lodge: highly recommended.”
The location was good in relation to visiting other places. The lay-out of rooms, restaurant and pool was excellent. The staff were very welcoming and friendly: they went over and above to see to it that we had a lovely time.
Guest
family_with_children
May 31, 2025
“Wonderful layover 1 hr from KIA”
Rooms and grounds were, simple comfortable and clean. The area was quiet and staff were welcoming and kind.
Njeri
solo_traveller
February 25, 2025
“Small Cozy Place with friendly staff”
Very friendly & helpful staff Small and cozy in a less busy side of the city Swimming pool to cool from the heat Open restaurant area with some greenery Breakfast was the right portion & good variety Otto the resident dog was so friendly
Freddy
solo_traveller
February 25, 2025
“I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to visit again next year”
Extremely good reception from the staff and very kind to visitors
Neville
solo_traveller
February 23, 2025
“Made to feel very welcome”
Very clean and well maintained. Excellent helpful and attentive staff.
Jan
family_with_children
October 23, 2024
“Peaceful hotel close to Moshi”
Quiet at night, very nice pool area and friendly staff. Good restaurant and breakfast. Staff was there when needed, but also let us spend time in peace. Possibility to store luggage during Kilimanjaro hike.
Gabrielle
family_with_children
August 19, 2024
“See above”
Not too far from airport, able to see Kilimanjaro, staff friendly and helpful when I had issue with my bag not arriving with me at airport. Owners there when staying and very pleasant and helpful. Would stay there again
Mwirotsi
solo_traveller
February 27, 2024
Beatiful place. Quiet and away from the noisy highway. The staff are friendly and helpful. Would definately stay there again.
Yvonne
extended_group
February 26, 2024
“A gem in Moshi”
Love love this hidden treasure in Moshi. The rooms are spotless, the food is delicious and the pool a welcome bonus. The staff were fantastic...Aggie and her team took excellent care of me and my friends. They graciously accommodated our requests and made us feel very much at home.
Maria
solo_traveller
February 6, 2024
Staff was brilliant and super helpful with everything.
Laura
couple
January 31, 2024
“Very good”
All
Gill
couple
January 21, 2024
“A lovely welcoming and comfortable place to stay with a great view of Kili”
The staff are happy and helpful. It is well cared for and very clean. Nothing is too much trouble. The food is all freshly cooked and well presented. It is a calm and caring place to stay. We had a lovely visit and highly recommend it.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Massage, Cycling, Hiking, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Game drives, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Safety deposit box, Facilities for disabled guests, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool toys, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. This wheelchair accessible double room has a pool with a view, a seating area and a roll-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Executive Double Room
These spacious rooms are fitted with a fan, a mosquito net and a flat-screen TV. The bathrooms contain a shower cabin.
Deluxe Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This wheelchair accessible twin room features a pool with a view, a seating area and a roll-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Budget Single Room
Guests will have a special experience as this single room features a pool with a view. Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The single room offers a seating area, a wardrobe and a tiled floor. The unit has 1 bed.
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