🇹🇿 Arusha, Tanzania
Venice Hotel
📍 Arusha, Tanzania
Your stay — Venice Hotel
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The Property — Venice Hotel
The Venice Hotel is a modest 3-star perched on the edge of Arusha’s central business district, offering a functional base for safari travellers or business visitors. The lobby feels like a clean, efficient transit lounge – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a seating area where guests check tour schedules. Its USP is location: a short walk to the clock tower and the main market, plus a reliable shuttle to Kilimanjaro Airport. This hotel suits practical travellers who prioritise sleep, a hot shower, and wifi over character or luxury.
Chronicles of Arusha
Arusha grew from a German colonial military post in the early 1900s into the diplomatic and safari hub of northern Tanzania. Its low-rise centre still bears traces of German and British architecture – corrugated-iron roofs and verandaed shopfronts – layered with Indian-influenced bazaars. After independence, the 1967 Arusha Declaration reshaped Tanzania’s socialist policy, and the city later became host to the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights. Today, it’s the launch pad for Kilimanjaro climbers and Serengeti safaris, a bilingual (Swahili/English) city of roughly 600,000 with a lively market and a growing coffee culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Arusha guide →Best months
June to August – these are the coolest, driest months, with clear skies perfect for safaris and hiking. Crowds peak but routes and lodges are well-organised.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak for northern circuit safaris and Kilimanjaro climbs. Hotel prices in Arusha can double, and events like the Serengeti wildebeest migration (July–October) drive demand. Book rooms and permits six months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
September to October offer the same dry weather but with fewer tourists and lower prices (20–30% off peak). November’s short rains bring further discounts; roads remain passable and landscapes are green.
Weather & packing
Arusha sits at 1,400m, so June mornings can be 10°C, rising to 22°C by afternoon – a fleece or sweater is essential at dawn and dusk. Pack a lightweight rain jacket for sudden showers even in dry season.
Live City Briefing — Arusha
- The Arusha–Nairobi highway is undergoing resurfacing until late 2026; expect delays of 1–2 hours near the Namanga border post. Check with your tour operator for alternate departures.
- A new direct flight from Doha to Kilimanjaro Airport launched in October 2025, adding evening arrivals; the shuttle to Arusha runs until midnight.
- Prolonged dry weather in early 2026 has reduced water pressure in some city hotels; the Venice Hotel has backup tanks but guests should conserve water.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Venice Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from Lool Malasin Avenue (the rear side). These upper floors are quieter and get better cross-ventilation. The lift reaches all guest floors, so stairs are not a problem.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any ground-floor room near the lobby, restaurant, or the front entrance facing the avenue. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — audible dings and passing conversations occur regularly until late.
Best views
The best view is from a third-floor room at the rear (south-west side): you'll see the foothills of Mount Meru and the surrounding residential area, rather than the busy avenue. Front-facing rooms look straight onto Lool Malasin Avenue and the line of shops opposite.
Quietest floors
Second floor (floor 2) and third floor (floor 3).
🔊 Noise notes
Lool Malasin Avenue is a main road through central Arusha – expect traffic noise and occasional honking from 6am to 10pm. The ground-floor restaurant can be lively at breakfast (7–9am) and dinner (7–9pm). The roof terrace (stairs-only) is used by guests until late, so requests for rooms directly under it are unwise. No bar noise after 11pm. Occasional dogs barking in the neighbourhood.
Insider tips
1. Park on-site early (12 spaces, first-come). If you arrive after 4pm, you may have to use the public pay-and-display lot on Lool Malasin Avenue — avoid overnight parking there as it's unsecured. 2. The Wi-Fi landing page doesn’t need a password, but you must accept the terms each time you reconnect. Bookmark the hotel's Wi-Fi page for quicker access. Request a room on the second floor for the best balance of quiet and convenience.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Venice Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout property (downloading speeds ~12 Mbps during peak weekday evenings); no login password required, just accept terms on landing page
Lift serves all three guest floors; ground-floor restaurant and lobby are step-free
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby TV shows static BBC World
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop available after 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 30,000 TZS, until 18:00 costs 60,000 TZS, subject to availability.
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures and post-check-out
Step-free entry via ramp at front door; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab rails in washrooms; stairs-only access to roof terrace
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served; no valet). Nearest public car park is along Lool Malasin Avenue (500 TZS per hour, no overnight security). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 50,000 TZS refundable damage deposit hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: FATHER BABU (293 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Church (386 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Calvary Temple Arusha (509 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Arusha Community Church (872 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
South Levolosi Park — 579 m · ~7 min walk
Arusha Declaration Museum — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Dancing floor — 2.4 km · ~31 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 618 m · ~8 min walk
Trinity Pharmacy — 330 m · ~4 min walk
Image Fresh Mini Market — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
MTEI BUS TERMINAL — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Tanzanian Shilling, TZS
Use forex bureaux on Sokoine Road or in town; airport and hotel rates are poor.
Cards accepted at midrange hotels and some supermarkets; cash is king for taxis, markets, and local eateries.
10% in restaurants if service charge not added; round up taxi fares; $1–2 per day for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side chai (spiced tea) with a chapati or mandazi — around 500 TZS.
A generous plate of rice, beans, and vegetable stew at a local mkahawa (cafe) — about 3,000–4,000 TZS.
Grilled meat (nyama choma) with ugali or chips and kachumbari at a local joint — around 5,000–7,000 TZS.
Cheap eats concentrated around the central market, clock tower, and bus stands; look for sambusa, mishkaki, and chips mayai stalls.
Shrijee’s or Kwa Wazee for basics; larger chains like Shoprite or Nakumatt in town.
Second-hand clothes (mitumba) at Machinga Complex or the main market (Soko Kuu).
Dala-dala (shared minibus) — 300–500 TZS per ride. From Arusha Airport, take a dala-dala to town (500 TZS) or a bajaji (tuk-tuk) for about 5,000 TZS.
Eat at food stalls and local eateries, not tourist spots. Negotiate prices in markets. Avoid bottled water at cafes — carry a refillable bottle and buy sachet water (500 TZS) from dukas.
Emergency Contacts
ArushaFor non-urgent help, call the Arusha Tourist Police on +255 787 997 648. The main hospital is Mount Meru Hospital: +255 27 250 2848. Always keep your embassy's local number handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Arusha, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Venice Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 618 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Trinity Pharmacy — 330 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Arusha Airport (ARK) → Venice Hotel
💡 WiFi and SIM needed; cheaper than street taxis, but availability drops after dark.
Arusha Airport (ARK) → Venice Hotel
💡 Pre-book with the hotel for 15,000 TZS; taxis without meter—negotiate hard or use ride-hailing app Azam Ride.
Arusha Bus Stand (Soko Matunda) → Venice Hotel (Njiro Road stop)
💡 Route 4 or 20; squishy but reliable. Get off at the big Mobil petrol station—walk 3 mins north.
Arusha Central Bus Terminal → Moshi (via Venice Hotel area)
💡 Only useful if heading east; drops at Njiro roundabout, 10-min walk from hotel. Buy ticket at window, not from touts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Venice Hotel?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from Lool Malasin Avenue (the rear side). These upper floors are quieter and get better cross-ventilation. The lift reaches all guest floors, so stairs are not a problem.
Which rooms should I avoid at Venice Hotel?
Avoid any ground-floor room near the lobby, restaurant, or the front entrance facing the avenue. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — audible dings and passing conversations occur regularly until late.
Is Venice Hotel noisy?
Lool Malasin Avenue is a main road through central Arusha – expect traffic noise and occasional honking from 6am to 10pm. The ground-floor restaurant can be lively at breakfast (7–9am) and dinner (7–9pm). The roof terrace (stairs-only) is used by guests until late, so requests for rooms directly under it are unwise. No bar noise after 11pm. Occasional dogs barking in the neighbourhood.
Which rooms have the best views at Venice Hotel?
The best view is from a third-floor room at the rear (south-west side): you'll see the foothills of Mount Meru and the surrounding residential area, rather than the busy avenue. Front-facing rooms look straight onto Lool Malasin Avenue and the line of shops opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at Venice Hotel?
1. Park on-site early (12 spaces, first-come). If you arrive after 4pm, you may have to use the public pay-and-display lot on Lool Malasin Avenue — avoid overnight parking there as it's unsecured. 2. The Wi-Fi landing page doesn’t need a password, but you must accept the terms each time you reconnect. Bookmark the hotel's Wi-Fi page for quicker access. Request a room on the second floor for the best balance of quiet and convenience.
What time is check-in at Venice Hotel?
Check-in at Venice Hotel is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Venice Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout property (downloading speeds ~12 Mbps during peak weekday evenings); no login password required, just accept terms on landing page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Venice Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Venice Hotel?
A generous plate of rice, beans, and vegetable stew at a local mkahawa (cafe) — about 3,000–4,000 TZS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Venice Hotel?
Dala-dala (shared minibus) — 300–500 TZS per ride. From Arusha Airport, take a dala-dala to town (500 TZS) or a bajaji (tuk-tuk) for about 5,000 TZS.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
June to August – these are the coolest, driest months, with clear skies perfect for safaris and hiking. Crowds peak but routes and lodges are well-organised.
Top Attractions in Arusha
💡 Free entry but donations welcome. Plan 30–40 minutes. Ask the caretaker to open the back room with original photos.
💡 Best visited early morning before traffic builds. It’s just a roundabout—15 minutes max.
💡 Go early (8am) for best selection and fewer touts. Offer half the first price quoted. Cash only, small notes.
💡 Don't pay for the 'cultural show' – it’s overpriced. Stick to the free galleries and garden café for affordable lunch.
💡 Take the guided walking safari from Momella Gate – it’s the best value. Bring packed lunch; no cafés inside.