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Sophie Homestay

Homestay

Lema Road

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$720

Includes taxes and charges

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$720

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
9 mentions

The rooms were clean and well kept, with very comfortable beds

Sophies place was serine & quiet with an homely feel

Friendly staff
8 mentions

Sophie and her family are incredibly kind and welcoming hosts who go above and b…

Sophie was a great host

Clean rooms
5 mentions

The room was very clean, comfortable, and quiet

The house was clean and comfortable with many cool chill spots and beautiful gar…

Breakfast available
3 mentions

We had the most delicious fruit for breakfast and her recommendations were top n…

Amazing breakfast

Great location
2 mentions

The location is convenient to arrive in Tanzania, for exploring Moshi and is an …

The location was perfect, just next to the road yet queit and peaceful

Good value
2 mentions

Liked: • Exceptional hospitality • Clean and comfortable rooms • Great breakfast…

It’s definitely worth staying more than just one night, as the atmosphere and ho…

Overview

Featuring mountain views, Sophie Homestay provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge, around 34 km from Mount Kilimanjaro. It is located 6.8 km from Moshi Railway Station and features a shared kitchen. There is a restaurant serving African cuisine, and free private parking is available. All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware. At the homestay, every unit includes bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Bike hire and car hire are available at this homestay and the area is popular for cycling. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the homestay. Kilimanjaro National Park is 34 km from Sophie Homestay. The nearest airport is Kilimanjaro International, 40 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

M

Michael

couple

June 14, 2026

10

Nothing. Everything exceeded our expectations.

Sophie’s Homestay was one of the highlights of our trip to Tanzania. Sophie and her family are incredibly kind and welcoming hosts who go above and beyond to make guests feel at home. The room was very clean, comfortable, and quiet. The location is convenient to arrive in Tanzania, for exploring Moshi and is an excellent base before or after a Kilimanjaro trek or safari. What really makes this place special is the personal hospitality. Sophie helped us with local information and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Moshi. Liked: • Exceptional hospitality • Clean and comfortable rooms • Great breakfast & dinner • Peaceful atmosphere • Excellent value for money

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Hannah

solo_traveller

April 3, 2026

10

Sophie’s Homestay is amazing

Sophie and her family are so beautiful, and she can share so much of her wisdom about the country. Sophie is an amazing human and helping so many of her family and friends to get education and opportunities to thrive in Tanzania. She will go out of her way to help you!

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Gatwiri

extended_group

March 27, 2026

10

Beautiful home, lovely hosts, excellent stay.

The house was clean and comfortable with many cool chill spots and beautiful gardens. The location was perfect, just next to the road yet queit and peaceful. The surrounding neighborhood is perfect for a relaxing walk on run. Sophie's sister was so warm and lovely, we felt at home the moment we stepped on the compound. Sophie too is such a happy soul. We all really enjoyed our stay and will be back.

S

Stella

couple

March 9, 2026

9

Amazing stay - we will come again!

Sophie was a great host! She was super friendly and helped us arrange everything we needed. We felt very welcome and at home with her. All the staff was very friendly and the service was great. Overall the best stay we had in Tanzania

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Anna

solo_traveller

January 26, 2026

10

Many heartfelt thanks to Sophie for her warm hospitality and wonderful meals. Throughout the two weeks, I felt comfortab

J

Jonas

couple

January 18, 2026

10

Can highly recommend

We truly enjoyed our stay at Sophie’s Homestay. Sophie and her team are wonderful hosts — from the very first moment we felt genuinely welcomed, appreciated, and completely at home. It’s definitely worth staying more than just one night, as the atmosphere and hospitality make you want to slow down and enjoy the place. Sophie is also very helpful in organizing additional day trips and giving great local advice. The homestay is located in a beautiful and very safe neighborhood, and on clear days you can even see Mount Kilimanjaro, which is absolutely special. The shared dinners were delicious and full of warmth, and we really appreciated how carefully they considered all of our allergies. The rooms were clean and well kept, with very comfortable beds. Overall, a truly memorable stay that we would highly recommend.

G

Gerald

couple

December 26, 2025

10

Sophie and her family are so incredibly welcoming and friendly. The place is fantastic with a very nice terrace where you even have the Kilimanjaro in sight. Don't miss the chance of cooking together. Sophie is your mother in Tanzania.

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University of Regensburg

solo_traveller

November 28, 2025

10

I enjoyed it !

At the end of a two-week safari, I spent two wonderful and heartfelt days at Sophie Homestay. The family is very warm and welcoming. Through Sophie, I learned a lot about modern Africa. I especially enjoyed the cooking class — now I can invite my friends to a photo evening and serve the African national dish, Palau.

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Catharina

solo_traveller

November 7, 2025

10

I had an amazing and unforgettable time with Sophie and her family. I was impressed by the hospitality and loved the wonderful family atmosphere there. I will definitely come back. Thanks Sophie for making me feel home on my first day in Tansania.

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Ann

family_with_children

November 6, 2025

8

A perfect home stay in Moshi Tanzania

Sophies place was serine & quiet with an homely feel.

J

Jan

solo_traveller

October 2, 2025

10

When I arrived I felt instantly at home. The way Sophie has decorated her home, the warm welcome and green gardens were

The place was quiet with all kinds of birds in the garden. It is tastefully decorated with comfy corners to relax. And Sophie is a superb host!

J

Johannes

couple

August 21, 2025

10

Sophie and her team were such heartwarming people. They made our stay unforgettable. They cooked delicious food and all in all we felt like we found a new home in Moshi where we felt extremely comfortable and respected. Also talking with Sophie on the veranda was always a blessing and gave interesting insights in her life but also in the Tanzanian culture. If you visit Moshi this should be your place to stay.

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Guardia

couple

March 4, 2025

10

Unforgettable

Great time spent in Sophie's Homestay. They treated us like their own family. Special mention to Simon and JJ! We had the most delicious fruit for breakfast and her recommendations were top notch, really a great experience to live the kindness and good vibe of Tanzanian people. Highly recommended!

G

Good

solo_traveller

February 25, 2025

10

My stay was amazing the staff and owner are very welcomingly they make you feel at home immediately as you meet them.

T

Tim

couple

February 20, 2025

1

The host did not show up, so we had to find something else. We did receive an offer for another night, but where already gone

F

Frederik

extended_group

November 15, 2024

10

The food is amazing It felt like a home for us and we were met with open arms

C

Christina

couple

October 31, 2024

10

Amazing!

Sophie is an amazing and caring host! She speaks fantastic English and has amazing stories to tell! We really felt like being at home. If I come back to Moshi, I will definitely stay at her place again. Very safe and nice comfy rooms and beds

N

Niklas

family_with_children

August 30, 2024

10

Brilliant!

Warmly welcoming people and nice and cozy rooms. Possibility to book day tours for hiking or other great experiences.

D

Daisy

solo_traveller

August 4, 2024

10

Lovely people and place

Such lovely people, it was very homely, super comfortable, clean and relaxing. Amazing breakfast ! Easy to get a tuktuk around and about. Highly recommend staying here with Sophie and her family!

A

Annabella

extended_group

May 5, 2024

10

Kind and courteous

Sophie was very nice and very accommodating. Before we even arrived, she anticipated that we might need dinner on our arriving date. So she asked us. For explanation, we exchanged numbers before arrival. The dinner was very delisous as all the food they served. We had to clean some of our cloth. She even offered, for a very small amount, to wash our cloth. If we want to do it ourself, she offered that we can use her backyard to do so. It was a vey good stay and we did not miss anything while being there.

Facilities

Activities

Cycling, Hiking, Game drives, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)

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, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Baby safety gates

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Restaurant

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Check-in kiosk in the lobby

Services

Shuttle service, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Public transport tickets

Family Room with Private Bathroom

Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and slippers. The kitchen features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a patio and garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 5 guests 7 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and slippers. In the kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a patio and garden views.

Max 2 guests 7 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom

Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower. The twin/double room features a wardrobe, a tiled floor and a carpeted floor.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and slippers. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a patio and garden views.

Max 2 guests 7 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:32 PM

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