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The Equator Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Arusha with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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The Equator Hotel, in a lively spot, offers a breakfast buffet, terrace relaxation, and garden strolls. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning, and an on-site restaurant serving all day. Guests love the barbecue facilities and helpful concierge staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 262
AED 312 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View | Garden view

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, City View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Boma Road, Arusha, 3002

What's nearby

  • Natural History Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arusha Declaration Monument - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaffé Koffee Arusha - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪George's Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hot Plate - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Chinese Dragon - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Equator Hotel

Property highlights
At The Equator Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, 1 meeting room, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at The Equator Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Equator Hotel Arusha
Equator Hotel
Equator Arusha
The Equator Hotel Hotel
The Equator Hotel Arusha
The Equator Hotel Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Is The Equator Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Equator Hotel?

As of 14 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equator Hotel on 15 November 2025 start from $85.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Equator Hotel?

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Equator Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Equator Hotel located?

Situated in Arusha, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Natural History Museum and Arusha Clock Tower. Arusha International Conference Centre and Maasai Market and Curios Crafts are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Equator Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lydia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overpriced for what you get. Needs updating

The cleaning staff were all very nice. The front desk staff seemed indifferent and maybe preoccupied. Breakfast was terrible but coffee and teapot in the room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

RJP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but very nice and especially the restaurant, good location near the clock tower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Equator in Arusha

Clean , comfortable, good value for the money… staff very accommodating. Excellent location in the center of the town, near clock tower… easy to get transportation to various spots … had a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HOI KEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice location with quiet environment

I came early and they allowed me to check in before noon. Friendly staff asked me did I need mosquito spray at night. Nice location near the centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner food needs improvement
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

We stayed at Equator hotel 3 nights during our Safari in Tanzania, before, and after. The staff was always smiling and we enjoyed at lot of fist and elbow greetings. Our laundry was done very timely. The restaurant was spacious and the food was well prepared. Expedia didn’t contact them for our arrival but the Equator staff were able to accommodate us. We eve had a few words in Swahili taught to us by the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price. The property is beautiful, rooms are clean and turned over every day. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is good, although there could be more consistency in the coffee amount and quality. Nice little bar as well, prices are a bit more expensive than out on the town, but definitely reasonable. My only major complaint is the shower/hot water situation, having stayed in 3 different rooms, it is very inconsistent in how well it works. Sometimes its fine, other times its not. The most recent room I stayed in had plenty of hot water, but when showering, you could only get blisteringly hot or cold at once, never a warm blend. However, hot water issues are common even at the more expensive hotels in Arusha, so its expected. Location is safe and very convenient, right by the clock tower and the museum. I will definitely stay here again next time I am in Arusha
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms, good breakfast, and incredibly welcoming and accommodating staff. For the price, the Equator is among the best in Arusha.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bon rapport qualité prix

Accueil très agréable, literie très confortable. Parfait, tout est positif pour moi. Situation centrale dans la ville. Restaurant à des prix abordables pour éviter de sortir le soir. La réceptionniste a même accepté de changer de date de réservation au dernier moment. A recommander.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tarald

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Balcony facing the garden

Very basic, big plus for large rooms, lots of hot water, really nice garden - and location (very near the Clock Tower, most hotels here are much more expensive) and price. No thrills, but definitely worth the money. We have stayed here several times and will be back. Ask for room with balcony facing the garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kjetil

Liked: Staff & service
Very frienfly staff. Good value for the price. Placed right in city center. Spacey rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very conveniently located, safe environment. The breakfast buffet was adequate, but we didn't eat any other meals there. The room and bed were comfortable; great hot water in the shower. We were there in the cooler months, so things were fine, but I'm not sure how comfortable it would be in the hot months as there was no AC in the room, but there is a fan. What they really lack is a way to enjoy their outdoor garden area. There were no seats outside in the grass. Maybe a park bench, some tables and chairs placed around the property so you could sit outside on a nice day and enjoy the fresh air would be a big improvement. I would certainly stay here again, but just set your expectations properly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This less expensive hotel in Arusha was quite satisfactory! It’s not 5 stars but it is a safe and comfortable hotel! The reason I gave it a 4 was because the smoke alarm binged all night ? Needs new battery? The bed was fine; mosquito netting was good; breakfast was quite good with lots of fresh fruit! The staff were very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The restaurant had delicious food with a beautiful breakfast spread. Thank you to the front desk for being so helpful and coordinating rides for me! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would recommend Equator Hotel to anyone visiting Arusha.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanislava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant city centre hotel with garden.

The hotel is ideally located in the centre of Arusha. It has wonderful large garden and the spacious balcony of our room overlooked that garden. The rooms were also spacious with comfortable beds. The breakfast was varied with fruits, fresh pancakes and eggs at your choice prepared on the spot. The hotel might need a little update of the bathrooms but currently it is excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Room comfort

Very Good Value for Money

Great location. Friendly staff. Fine and abundant breakfast. Spacious room. Beautiful gardens. Full-service restaurant . Under $40 USD per night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Chiedozie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sadly horrible everything

No AC, rooms smell and roaches in room. No safe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The garden is very nice, well looked after. They try very much to keep the rooms and everywhere clean and even the linen. The building needs some tender care, painting and there is a smell that hits you as you enter the lobby or sitting or bar area or the kitchen. I dont know what it is, could be from the building or burning some stuff. That place has a good potential to be a comfortable destination
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A garden hotel in the city

The Equator Hotel Arusha is conveniently located near the Clock Tower, a mini-grocery, and coffee shops like Bamboo Cafe and Africafe. The hotel has a nice garden, courteous staff, and a welcoming owner/manager. The spacious rooms are relatively old, but well-kept. Wifi internet was supposed to be available in the rooms, but the staff couldn't make it work. The staff, and the owner/manager eventually found a way to address the issue. The electricity socket extensions didn't function, too. On our check-out day, we were allowed to store our suitcases; and given packed breakfast to-go, as our safari tour started early in the morning. The receptionist, Fatuma, is courteous and helpful. She can further improve her service by answering questions properly instead of asking questions back*. * a couple of examples: 1. When asked "what is the normal time for breakfast?" Fatuma's response was "what time do you want for breakfast?" We eventually learned that it's 7:30-10 AM. 2. Me during our first breakfast: "What are the options for breakfast?" Fatuma's reply: "What do you want for breakfast?" As it turned out, there was a menu for breakfast. She could have told me about it or shown me the menu right away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great green space. breakfast had good variety. bathroom was a bit run down. lots of atms around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located place with an excellent service. On-site restaurant and peaceful garden.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Tone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Basic hotel, cheap but good. I had a nice and quiet room with balcony facing the garden. The bed was good, all the fixtures worked, the shower was warm, the room was spacious. Breakfast was African and basic, but if you asked for something else, they might be able to help you. E.g. I don’t like the flavoured and sweetened yoghurts, so instead they gave me a bowl of natural yoghurt from the Indian kitchen. II tried the restaurant for dinner also and you can have a very decent meal if you stay away from dishes that may be tough or bony! Their Indian vegetarian dishes are excellent! No elevator in the hotel, so this is not your place if you’re infirm. Very central location - I would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place has a 70s retro feel, it's basic, safe but a bit grungy. The staff are lovely and very helpful. I enjoyed staying here and highly recommend it as a great budget option
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

JosephA, Marangu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is an old hotel and they try to keep it up as best as possible. Nice staff, eager to please. Patrick the GM was very good, welcoming and personable. Thumbs up to the good work they are doing with such an old property. For USD 40 it is good value, great location. Garden facing room is very pleasant. Avoid city facing if possible, facing a very old dilapidated building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff is very nice and welcoming. Our airport pick-up that was arranged by hotel was on-time, friendly, and safe. The restaurant located inside the hotel was delicious! Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019