Green Hills of Africa  

In the lively center of Usa River in Arusha, a short hop from Kilimanjaro Golf Club, Ngurdoto Crater and within reach of Arusha National Park.

A small, restful property with just six guestrooms, each offering a private furnished patio and simple bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries; staff speak English and German.

Wake up to garden views, then dive into the pool or outdoor pool, hit the ping-pong area, book excursions at the tour desk, or unwind with massages, body treatments and facials in the wellness room — concierge and transfer services are available and there is onsite parking.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected; the hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, luggage storage, a TV in a common area, free self parking and a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge.

Sample local cuisine at the garden-view restaurant, relax at the bar/lounge, order room service during limited hours, and enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts for a fee.