Masailand Safari & Lodge  

Perched on a hilltop in Arusha with sweeping views of Mt. Meru. About 45 minutes from Kilimanjaro International Airport and roughly three hours from Nairobi, it’s a smart launchpad for Northern Tanzania safaris and nearby sights like the Cultural Heritage Centre, Arusha Stadium and the conference district.

A budget-friendly lodge set in lush gardens with 54 air-conditioned rooms — including 18 executive suites and 9 private cottages. Rooms feature private furnished balconies, double-glazed windows, flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea/coffee stations and roomy bathrooms with bathrobes for a peaceful stay.

Two outdoor pools, a complimentary pool, a spa offering massages, a sauna and a fitness center keep the energy up. Concierge and 24-hour front desk service, sun terraces, poolside bars and barbecue grills add easy pleasures. Free self-parking and an airport shuttle are available (shuttle for a surcharge). Wake up to Mt. Meru views and a calm garden setting.

Conference center, meeting rooms and a business center make events simple. Complimentary wireless internet, luggage storage and 24-hour reception support business travelers and meetings.

Two on-site restaurants serve up convenient meals and there’s 24-hour room service. Unwind at the bar/lounge or grab a drink at one of the poolside bars; outdoor barbecue facilities are also on hand.