Reviews of Karanga River Lodge
Arusha-Himo Road, tanzania Moshi, Tanzania

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Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe 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.
The shower in the bathroom was not working properly, so we had cold showers most days. The bright white ceiling light in the room felt uncomfortable on the eyes, particularly when trying to read.
Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStaff were brilliant and helped with a number of requests and issues we needed sorting.
All good
Reviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewRooms and grounds were, simple comfortable and clean. The area was quiet and staff were welcoming and kind.
Wish we had stayed a few more days
Reviewed: 25 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewVery 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
My room was right next to the gate, and reception area and generator room, so exposed to so much noise Room was a little bland The single bed was too small
Yes, the room is small and outside, near to the gate. That´s why you paid only 35 USD per night instead of 90 USD. Dont book at the last moment next time for thr marathon, than the other rooms availible as well. Regards, Ralf
Reviewed: 25 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewExtremely good reception from the staff and very kind to visitors
The parking is small
Reviewed: 23 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewVery clean and well maintained. Excellent helpful and attentive staff.
Reviewed: 27 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewi like breakfast and coffee
pool :( and air conditioner so bad
Dear client, if you need a A/C in the room you can book the room with the A/C. If you dont do this, you get only a fan in the room. Regards
Reviewed: 23 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewQuiet 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.
For us no problem, but location is outside Moshi city area and there is nothing interesting outside hotel walls. No A/C, only fan.
Reviewed: 19 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewNot 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
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Reviewed: 30 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewBeatiful place. Quiet and away from the noisy highway. The staff are friendly and helpful. Would definately stay there again.
Try put a signboard on the roads to direct new visitors.
Reviewed: 26 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewLove 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.
The parking situation will need to be worked out as it's quite tight. Otherwise I really have no complaints
Reviewed: 6 February 2024 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewStaff was brilliant and super helpful with everything.
A bit far from the Moshi town centre but the location of this hotel is ok to join tours as the operators will usually pick you up from the hotel.
Reviewed: 4 February 2024 · Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 21 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewThe 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.
Reviewed: 7 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 13 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewIt was in. Beautiful location, very clean and spacious rooms. The staff were lovely. Very good value for money.
Reviewed: 22 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewI stayed here for the second time after coming back from safari. Again it was a great stay. Comfortable, nice people and the food in the restaurant is really amazing. I had lunch and dinner and it was excellent.
Reviewed: 14 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewBig and clean room with a good bed and very friendly staff. Very nice swimming pool as well.
Nothing.