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Kaliwa Lodge

4.0 star property
A peaceful mountain retreat near Kilimanjaro's Machame Gate where travelers can savor local cuisine, browse the library, or simply enjoy the natural surroundings

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Kaliwa Lodge welcomes travelers to a tranquil setting with a charming garden and well-stocked library. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, drinks at the bar, and light fare at the restaurant. This upscale property consistently earns praise for its serene atmosphere.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 677
AED 816 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Machame, Kaliwa Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Machame Gate is another place to visit that comes recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Machame travel guide
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Map
Machame Road, Machame, 6967

What's nearby

  • Kilimanjaro National Park
    Kilimanjaro National Park
    14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Machame Gate
    14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Moshi Golf Club
    30 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Uhuru Park
    32 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Moshi Outdoor Market
    33 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Melinda's(Country Side Restaurant)
    9 min drive

About this property

Kaliwa Lodge

  • Upscale lodge near Machame Gate
  • A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Kaliwa Lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • A water dispenser, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Reusable coffee/tea filters and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property provides WiFi up to 200 MB per person, per day.

Please note that this property is located approximately 15 miles (25 kilometers) outside of Moshi.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)

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 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Kaliwa Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaliwa Lodge?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaliwa Lodge on 20 May 2026 start from AED 677, excluding 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.

Is Kaliwa Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaliwa Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Kaliwa Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Kaliwa Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kaliwa Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Machame Gate.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kaliwa Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

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