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Hostel holiday rentals in East Africa

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Top-rated hostel rentals in East Africa

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Private room in Kabale
4.3 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Local and charming guesthouse in Kabale

Town View Inn is a local guesthouse situated on the top of a hill. This place is not too close from the noises of the city, although the main street is reachable by foot in less than 5 min. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the bar is made of charming eucalyptus. The garden, with fresh cut grass, is the best spot to enjoy the sun. The Bunyoyi Lake is 10 km away (20 min) ; the Rwandan border (Gatuna Border) is 20 km away (25 min) the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is 65 km away (1h30).

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Private room in Moshi Urban

Maisha Cottage Mount Kilimanjaro360 View Cottages

The first-floor rooms feature large windows that fill the space with natural light and offer stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the garden directly from your bed. Each room includes two showers and a bathtub and is designed to accommodate two guests in a double bed. We offer more than just accommodation—our eco-friendly cottages provide a truly unique Mount Kilimanjaro experience, located right next to Maisha Khalisi Restaurant. A stay here is worth more than just one night.

Private room in Kampala

Standard Double Room

Whether you're an intern, a tourist or a volunteer, Bushpig is your home away from home! Since opening in 2016 we have become well known for our mix of friendly hospitality and affordable prices. Our rooms are basic but comfortable, and our 24/7 reception, tight security, peaceful garden and excellent location make us an ideal base while you're in the big city. Plus, you'll meet plenty of interns, volunteers, tourists and others in our busy bar. We look forward to seeing you!

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Private room in Arusha
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviews

double room at We Are One Hostel

We Are One Hostel is located in an area called Mianzini, a little bit north of the Arusha City Center. It’s a local but very safe area. Within a 10 minute walk, you can reach the main road and, within 15 minutes, you are in the City Center by foot. There are a lot of shops and local restaurants around where you can buy whatever. Buses are available in a short walking distance. All the major attractions are 15-30 minutes walk and rest are about 20-30 mins drive 🚶‍♂️ 🚗 🚌

Private room in Moshi Urban

Mama Simba Homebase, Moshi 8

Here in the village of Rau, just outside of Moshi, Tanzania, you'll be welcomed home at Mama Simba's. Guests will be treated to Chagga hospitality in one of 7 rooms, each with private bathroom. Rooms open onto a spacious open air common area. Mama Simba will happily arrange private guided excursions for Mt. Kilimanjaro, safaris, National Parks, cultural tourism (e.g. Maasai and Chagga homelands), hot springs, volunteer experiences and more.

Shared room in Paje

Tropical Haven in Paje Zanzibar

Welcome to Dar Mar, a tropical home in the heart of Paje! Just a 5-minute walk to the beach, our place has 2 cosy dorms (6 & 7 beds) with air conditioning and indoor/outdoor shower. You will also find a chill outdoor area and garden, workspaces with reliable WiFi, and a restaurant and bar to enjoy whatever you want. We have a 24h-security. Perfectly located near all the excitement of Paje: beach, bars, restaurants, and boutiques!

Private room in Masindi
4.2 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Murchison Backpackers & Campsite

Murchison Backpackers is a social hostel that is perfectly located in the heart of Masindi - a central town where many of Ugandan's tourist attractions are within close reach. If you are looking to meet fellow travellers from all around the world, or simply want to stay comfortably in a hostel with character and several options for accommodation, tours, and activities, come and stay with us!

Private room in Arusha

Charming 4 Bedrooms Hostel, included Breakfast

Four small double rooms have been available there since December 2019. Our hostel is small but fine. We do not want mass tourism and we want to take care of our guests and volunteers individually. Personal guest care is important to us. We operate this hostel to support with the proceeds of our orphanage, which we have here. 100% of the hostel's income goes to the orphanage.

Private room in Arusha
4.5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Cozy 4-bed female dormitory in Villa Viva

Welcome to Villa Viva, close to the center of Arusha, with rooms available to suit everyone, we are the perfect base from which to explore the area. This listing is for a 4- bed female dorm. We also have listings for a 6-bed mixed dorm and a range of private rooms. Our prices include wifi, a cooked breakfast and dinner.

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Hotel room in Livingstone
4.74 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews

Jollyboys - Budget Luxury, Double Ensuite, Air Con

Located at Jollyboys Backpackers in the centre of Livingstone, right behind Livingstone museum and a very short walk to grocery stores, banks, restaurants and more. The room has a double bed, bed side lights, ensuite (shower, loo & sink), digital safe, all linen and towels.

Shared room in Arusha
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

White House of Tanzania

We provide three meals per day, there are bathrooms with shower we have 3 kind of rooms, Shared, single and couples rooms. -internet available 24hours. -Strong security Our Motto:-Life is always expensive but not in Africa not if your in white house.

Hotel room in Johannesburg
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Twin Room in industrial design-led hostel

Sleep in our industrial design-led Twin-Room. With lockers, work desk and free wifi. We have an In-house bar &restaurant, skate shop, communal kitchen, and chill out spaces. We also offer Innercity tours and Soweto tours.

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