The African Tulip

Boutique Hotel·Arusha, Arusha City

Award-winning boutique hotel in central Arusha with rooftop terrace, fine dining, and panoramic Mount Meru views — the perfect gateway to Tanzania's northern safari circuit.

The African Tulip is an award-winning boutique hotel located in the heart of Arusha on Serengeti Road. Originally established as a family-run property, it has grown into one of Arusha's most distinguished accommodations, blending contemporary luxury with warm African hospitality. The hotel is ideally positioned as a base for travelers embarking on safaris to Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara, as well as those climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or Mount Meru. The hotel features elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each thoughtfully designed with modern comforts and tasteful African-inspired décor. Guests can enjoy fine dining at the on-site restaurant, which serves a mix of international and local Tanzanian cuisine, complemented by a well-stocked bar and a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of Mount Meru. The property also includes a swimming pool, spa, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating a tranquil urban retreat. Known for its attentive and personalized service, The African Tulip has consistently received high ratings from guests and has won multiple hospitality awards. The hotel's dedicated team assists with safari planning, airport transfers, city tours, and cultural excursions, making it a seamless one-stop destination for both leisure and business travelers visiting northern Tanzania.

Amenities

WiFiSwimming PoolRestaurantBarRooftop TerraceSpaGardenFitness CenterConference RoomParkingAir ConditioningFlat-Screen TVMinibarSafeEn-suite BathroomElevatorGift ShopBusiness Center

Services

Airport TransferRoom ServiceLaundry ServiceSafari Planning & BookingCity ToursConcierge ServiceCurrency ExchangeWake-up ServiceHousekeepingLuggage StorageCar Rental AssistanceTour DeskEvent & Conference PlanningBabysitting (on request)Dry CleaningShuttle Service

Nearby Attractions

Arusha National ParkMount MeruArusha Central MarketArusha Clock TowerCultural Heritage CentreShanga River HouseMeserani Snake ParkLake DulutiArusha Declaration MuseumOlpopongi Maasai Village
Best Season
June to October and January to February
Good for
boutique hotelluxuryArushaTanzaniasafari baseMount Meru viewsfine diningrooftop terracenorthern circuithoneymoonbusiness travelcity hotelaward-winning

Where you'll be

Getting there
Region
Arusha, Arusha City
Address
4 Serengeti Road, P. O. Box 15171, Arusha - Tanzania · Serengeti Road, P.O. Box 7612, Arusha, Tanzania
Elevation
1,400 meters above sea level
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