Name: Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Address: Ambureni, Arusha, Tanzania, Ambureni, Tanzania
Rating: 9.0

Banana Farm Eco Hostel

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About this property

Eco-Friendly Facilities: Banana Farm Eco Hostel in Arusha offers a sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi in public areas. Guests can relax in the lounge or outdoor fireplace and enjoy the river views. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features family rooms with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and patio areas. Additional amenities include a minibar, tea and coffee maker, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves African cuisine with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are available. Local Attractions: Located 17 km from Arusha Airport, the hostel is near Old German Boma (10 km), Uhuru Monument (11 km), and Ngurdoto Crater (27 km). Guests can enjoy film nights, cycling, and cultural classes.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type	Number of guests
Single Room with Private Bathroom 1 single bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom 2 bunk beds
Triple Room with Private Bathroom 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds
Family Room with Bath 1 double bed and 4 bunk beds
Superior Chalet 1 single bed and 1 double bed
Chalet 1 single bed and 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed
Superior Chalet 6 double beds
Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View 2 single beds
Budget Double Room 1 double bed
Budget Double Room 1 double bed
Standard Double or Twin Room with Garden View 2 single beds
Budget Double Room 1 double bed
Budget Double Room 1 double bed
Superior Chalet 1 large double bed
Superior Chalet 1 extra-large double bed
Quadruple Room 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds
Superior Chalet 3 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
Chalet 3 single beds
Superior Chalet 1 extra-large double bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tendayi

Netherlands

“This is a great hostel. Super friendly staff, nice atmosphere, environmentally conscious, very green, great food. We had a nice time here.”

Heidi

Sweden

“Lovely place that is different from the rest. A local jungle/farmer experience with fantastic restaurant staff cooking eco friendly for you. Cooking classes etc offered too. A great place to relax or wonder around close by or to start safaris...”

Marc

Germany

“Amazing team in general. Reception, kitchen, cleaning. Everyone is very welcoming and nice and it's a team which makes your stay an unforgettable one. Kudos! Amazing food and choice, the kitchen is superb - thanks to the three guys Meshuk. Mudi...”

Natasha

Canada

“It’s a beautiful, authentic place with a garden and farm animals located near the river. There are a lot of trails to explore the farm and the surrounding areas. The farm is located 20 minutes from the center of Arusha and easily accessible by a...”

Agnieszka

France

“Banana Farm Eco Hostel ia a peaceful place! We stayed just one night but really appreciated the farm, which we were able to visit even if we arrived in the late afternoon, the staff and the local food (dinner and breakfast).”

Alison

Suriname

“I had the best stay at Banana Farm Eco Hostel! The place is so peaceful, surrounded by banana trees and nature. The staff were super kind and welcoming, and the rooms were clean and cozy. I really enjoyed the delicious fresh meals and learning...”

Madeline

United Kingdom

“Beautiful setting, friendly atmosphere and comfortable rooms. Cute cat and complementary bananas!”

Nolwen

France

“Very beautiful place in the middle of the nature Nice staff Lovely room very spacious Excellent breakfast and diner Lots of activities Free bananas and free filled water”

Ronnie

Singapore

“Super authentic, excellent food, very friendly staff, great accommodation. Was one of our best stays in Tanzania overall.”

Jerome

United States

“My family and I had an amazing time at the Banana Farm. The traditional food is delicious and the staff gave us a tour of the farm, I highly recommend it”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Restaurant #1

Cuisine
African
Open for
Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:30 to 23:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years

Cot upon request

Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.