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1. Mateves Boutique Lodge

Arusha

Simon

AED 852 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A building with multiple rooms, each with a tiled roof and red-framed windows.

2. Eagle Cottages

Moshi

ESHRAT

3. Kutoka Lodge

Arusha

A modern house with a flat roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden with various plants.

4. Tulivu Ranch Cottages

Makurunge

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with large windows, a balcony, and a view of the sunset over water.

5. Asante Sana Beach Cottages - Oceanview Penthouse Suite - Sleeps 6 Guests

Nungwi

AED 2,256 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A row of potted plants on a tiled walkway in front of a building.

6. Experience Comfort and Nature at Rau Forest Villa, Moshi

Kilimanjaro

AED 143 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

7. Remarkable 10-bed Cottages in Bagamoyo

Bagamoyo

8. Hafidh Kendwa Bungalow

Nungwi

9. Cosy straw bale cottage at the Arusha Giraffe Centre Sanctuary.

Arusha

AED 1,259 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

10. Villa Paradise ON THE Ocean

Matemwe

A residential area with three houses, each with a distinct architectural style, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

11. Milimani Cottages

Arusha

Paul

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Top Tanzania Hotel Reviews

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Where do I even begin?! 😍✨ THE STAFF – Absolutely AMAZING! ❤️ Honestly, some of the friendliest, warmest and most welcoming people we have ever encountered! Every single one of them made our stay extra special. A big shout-out to Robin at the Front Desk for making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Gasper and Miraji, our Go-Kart champions, thank you for the endless rides and all the fun around the compound! Selemani and Andrea from Sports & Beach kept us entertained throughout our stay. Rashid, thank you for getting us moving with those fun pool dance sessions and aqua exercises – you certainly made sure we didn't just eat and relax! 😂💃 And Carlos, thank you for the fantastic Salsa lessons – we loved every minute! Finally, William at Mawe Bar, you certainly made sure our glasses were never empty! 壟 THE ROOMS – WOW! 🛏️ Super clean, beautifully maintained and those views... simply AHH-MAZING! THE FOOD – DELICIOUS! 🍽️ Let's just say we definitely came back home with a few extra pounds! 😂 The food was fantastic! A special mention to Salt & Cut Carnivorous Restaurant – an absolute MUST-TRY! And if you're looking for breathtaking beach views, Al Mar Social Lounge is the place to be! All in all, an unforgettable experience, made even more special by an incredible team who genuinely go above and beyond to make guests feel welcome. We came as guests, but left feeling like family. ❤️"

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay at Z2 Hotel! Staff are all so welcoming, friendly and helpful – which made Hotel Z and Z2 a standout property. You'll be greeted with warm smiles and a happy "Jambo" by everyone! Hotel Z is the main property, and Z2 is the sister property (where we stayed) right around the corner. Hotel Z2 offers the same access to the Z Hotel property including the pool and beach lounge area (pool-side service), gym, spa and access to the Z property restaurants and other beach-front resort property restaurants. Our room was not beach-front- but did include a pool view and was very quiet. The beach is very short walk around the corner through the Z Hotel. The location in Nungwi is excellent on a more quiet section of the beach, and close enough to night life and fun activities. The resort properties offers all-inclusive restaurants if you purchase that package. We had the breakfast package - which at Z2 and was pool-side right on the property and very good – egg dishes or avocado toast made the way you like + a really generous buffet spread with juices, fresh fruit, pastries and so much more. Rooms are very clean and the air conditioning is really good - a must on this tropical island. A back-up generator kept everything running well 24/7. This is a big deal on the island where rolling blackouts can occur. Security were all very welcoming and kept a close eye on the entrances but the area, and everywhere we went in Zanzibar, felt very safe regardless."

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was nice. This hotel is near the sights in Stone Town. Walk through the narrow shopping streets to the slave market in just a few minutes. Freddie Mercury residence is just around the corner from the hotel. Staff are friendly and helpful, although I did have to ask 4 times to get the TV working."

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely first class holiday and resort. Food was exceptionally good, both in the a La Carte restaurants and the buffet, grounds were immaculate, staff were friendly and warm. The pool areas and raised beach were fabulous. If you had a question or needed help with something, dial 9 and reception staff sorted it without ever needing to leave your room. Without doubt one of our best holidays ever and we will be going back next year without a doubt. The only note of caution would relate to disabled or elderly clients, the resort is well advertised as large and sprawling and dotted around a hillside, so walking about for some might be difficult. We loved with Island and would rate this holiday overall as a 10/10!"

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How much do cottages in Tanzania cost?

Expect to pay between AED 143 and AED 2,256 per night for cottages in Tanzania. Whatever your budget, a wonderful stay is just clicks away on Expedia. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Top Cities in Tanzania

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Our top choices for Tanzania cottages

1. Mateves Boutique Lodge

2. Eagle Cottages

3. Kutoka Lodge

4. Tulivu Ranch Cottages

5. Asante Sana Beach Cottages - Oceanview Penthouse Suite - Sleeps 6 Guests

6. Experience Comfort and Nature at Rau Forest Villa, Moshi

7. Remarkable 10-bed Cottages in Bagamoyo

8. Hafidh Kendwa Bungalow

9. Cosy straw bale cottage at the Arusha Giraffe Centre Sanctuary.

10. Villa Paradise ON THE Ocean

11. Milimani Cottages

Find vacation rentals that suit your style

Top Tanzania Hotel Reviews

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Sea Cliff Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

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