Rauya Street, Msaranga, Moshi House No. 3, Moshi, Tanzania
#16 of 50 hotels in Moshi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 84 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
7.7
Facilities
8.7
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
6.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2025
Ronda
CanadaCash only. Beware of slippery shower floor.
The facilities were lovely. Good strong wifi, great staff. Comfortable bed. Food was decent.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
Armindo
PortugalLocated on a quiet area and with a beautiful Garden. The host Gabriel is very kind and available to Help. We arranged the transfer and the city tour with him and it was perfect The room is just like the photos and clean. Good breakfast Thanks for everything!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Egret
KenyaGabriel's place was perfect for my needs. I shared the room with my daughter during the Kili marathon weekend. The meals were perfect, especially the breakfast and ugali and chicken curry for dinner. They were flexible enough to make our breakfast after the marathon and gave us something to eat before the run. The place is quiet and tucked away.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Natalie
United KingdomThe bedroom was quite warm but there is a ceiling fan. We had an issue with payment as the card machine was broken. There were intermittent power cuts during the stay.
Lovely outdoor area Amazing food from Lisa! Gabriel organised all our day trips for us, which were great!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Audrey
AustraliaI had a great stay at the Scenic Lodge. Gabriel and his staff made me feel really welcome and looked after. I highly recommend the place as it is well located, with a beautiful garden and excellent food.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Sara
United KingdomLate dinner service
Friendly staff
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2024
Clive
United KingdomThe quantity of the food was too much and we would try to order portions for three people even though we were four adults. The wifi had moments when it was off and needed a reboot but once back online it worked fine!
Gabrielle and his team are new into the tourism business. We loved the location, facilities and intimate care that we received during our stay. We had the top room on the tower and we had a beautiful view of Mount Kilimanjaro. The room was a good size and the beds were comfortable. Gabrielle also booked local tours including coffee experience, trip to the Ewang'ani Maasai Cultural Village (http://www.ewanganimaasaiculturalvillage.com/), hike to waterfalls, Kikuleta Hot Springs, cycling up to the villages from the Lodge to the edge of Kilimanjaro National Park, visit the ancient Chagga Cave, visit to Moshi town and markets as well as being taxi to the airport! If you ask him to book tours, then expect him to be busy!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Ahmed
United StatesNo rooms were available for four people at the time but renovations are still in work to accommodate larger rooms
Gabriel and the team are very were clean and we even got a chance to leave our bags at the lodge while we hiked Kilimanjaro.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2024
Natalie
TanzaniaThe wifi wasn't very dependable, and would often drop out in my room.
Great views and location. The staff were incredible and the facilities were the best I have seen in Moshi having stayed in two other places. Peaceful and not too many rooms available so it didn't feel overwhelmingly touristy unlike other places too.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Kirsten
United KingdomWas all good
Beautiful garden and room with amazing view of Kilimanjaro. Great food by Lucy and Gabriel was a fantastic host picking us up from the airport, organising a great day trip to the waterfall, coffee experience and hot springs! Great lodge in Moshi and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Longey
United KingdomThe rooms got quite hot despite the ceiling fan. The power supply in the area went off quite frequently although there was a generator on .site. finally the beds were quite firm .
We had only intended to stay one night but liked it so much that we based ourselved here for our whole trip We immediately felt comfortable and at home The owner was very welcoming and helpful, taking time to show us around the area. The garden area is a great area to relax between trips it also feels very quiet and safe
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Lena
GermanyThe view in the morning on the kilimanjaro is amazing, the owner and the team is incredible nice, always trying to make your stay unforgettable. We enjoyed it very much!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Lonesome
KenyaThe lighting in my room could have been better - apparently there was missing bulb. It would be good to facilitate card payments on site through a PDQ machine rather than having to go to the ATM to withdraw and very unfavourable rates.
First, the hospitality was top notch, I couldn't have asked for more. Gabriel was friendly from the very start, to the end, and even helped my friend to find someone to fix his motorbike. Farida attended to us well too throughout our stay. They were flexible enough to change my room as I requested them and we were constantly in touch via WhatsApp and they were able to advice in all matters even when there was an attempted credit card theft.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Rick
United KingdomBeautiful place on the slopes of Kilimanjaro. Very friendly staff and a great view of the mountain. t thoroughly recommend this place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Fang
AustraliaNothing really
The hosts/the staff are all so friendly, the food is deliciously homemade and wait until you see the breakfast, the lovely designed garden and dining area, and of course the beautiful view of Kilimanjaro......
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Douglas
MexicoThe pillow case did have some makeup stains when we arrived. Internet was not available in all areas.
Staff was very helpful and friendly. Facilities were comfortable rooms and bed, nicely decorated.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Patrick
United KingdomThe electric sockets were in a slightly awkward position above the bed headboard. There were a few power outages & losses of the internet.
The manager, Gabriel, & his staff were friendly & very helpful. Gabriel arranged for me to join another party on a great day trip & also organised a taxi for me when pre-arranged pick up didn't show up. The lodge looks amazing & there is also a very spacious dining area & bar. My room was very clean & comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Matthäus
AustriaA bit noisy one night from near-by bar
Ideal location to prepare for a trek to Kilimanjaro, beautiful garden, relaxing lounge, bar and dining area, great view of Kilimanjaro - especially from top room of „tower“, clean and comfortable rooms, safe, nice music, friendly and thoughtful staff and host, free WiFi, good food - clear recommendation!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Cian
IrelandLocation is a bit awkward for getting into Moshi town, it is a bit far to walk and hard to get taxi, owner will provide taxi but it is $10 a go when tuk-tuk is $2-3 (easy to get tuk-tuk back from Moshi but difficult to get one in). Price of tours were more expensive than some other options but they was reliable and on time which is also very important!
Staff quite friendly, garden area is very relaxing and view of Kilimanjaro (on clear day). Owner provided tours at short notice
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Jessica
AustraliaGorgeous little hotel that seemed like a little oasis in Moshi. Perfect stay for before/after our Kilimanjaro trek. Luggage storage was greatly appreciated for the week we were gone. Super clean, such lovely staff, hot showers, great restaurant area for sitting/relaxing and great meals. Comfy beds with good mosquito nets. Would highly recommend.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Bridget
United KingdomIt was quite hard to find the accommodation.
Staff were amazing - friendly, helpful and accommodating. We had an uninterrupted view of Kilimanjaro from our bedroom window!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Frank
GermanyThe roosters in the surounding were very busy and do not know any clock ...
Very small hotel but much better than other accomodation in Moshi I have had. Breakfast was delicious and even more than to expect.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Susan
NetherlandsMy stay at Kilimanjaro scenic lodge was perfect. the room was very Nice and clean. the staff was very friendly and helpfull with everything (e.g. getting a taxi). the food was delicious.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Ally
United KingdomLocation is slightly away from the centre. Cockerel crowing all day from neighbouring properties.
Peaceful space. Especially after climbing Kilimanjaro. Good views. Wonderful breakfast!
Stayed in July 2023
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