Kaliwa Lodge is nestled at the foothills of Kilimanjaro, just a few minutes away from Machame Gate entrance to Kilimanjaro National Park. It has a restaurant and bar, and offers activities in the area. Each elegantly appointed guest room at Kaliwa offer a seating area. The rooms offer views of the beautiful garden and a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Free toiletries are included in the guests' stay. The lodge features a wooden deck overlooking the Weru Weru Rift and Forest and guests can enjoy magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Papa's Kilimanjaro Whiskey Bar offers a wide selection of whiskeys from around the world. Kaliwa Lodge is 24 mi away from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The town of Moshi is a 25-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
7.5
High score for Moshi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elif
    Turkey Turkey
    amazing staff, beautiful property. We loved the location. the terrace is breathtaking. We want to go back and get a room with a view.
  • Katherine
    United States of America United States of America
    beautiful views, amazing staff, tasty food.peaceful oasis!
  • Allison
    Australia Australia
    beautiful location- a little oasis out of the madness of Arusha.
  • Romik
    Russia Russia
    thanks to the hotel for everything. location is terrific. also want to thank Justina and Lina for their kind and friendly atmosphere! I do recommend this place, you will not regret!
  • Ahmed
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    very beautiful place and very clean food was excellent and staff very helpful
  • Alexandra
    United States of America United States of America
    Kaliwa Lodge is a gem set on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. While the weather was not cooperative for the majority of my stay, the last day revealed the stunning view of snow covered slopes all the way up to Uhuru peak. Even apart from the view,...
  • John
    United States of America United States of America
    Managed with care and attention to detail. Fantastic service. Beautifully decorated and peaceful outdoor areas with great views.
  • Panuya
    Switzerland Switzerland
    This place is lovely! I stayed before and after my kilimanjaro climb. When I came the second time, the staff remembered my name and welcomed. They even gave me an upgrade to one of the lofts. Wow. This was amazing. The view from the balcony is...
  • Ignacio
    Spain Spain
    Our honeymoon stay at the hotel in Moshi was absolutely magical. We were upgraded to the best room available and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. From separate romantic dinners to a bed decorated with flowers and a...
  • Johanna
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful gardens, beautiful location. Delicious food. Fantastic staff

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Thai • International
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kaliwa Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Hiking

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Spa

    • Fitness
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • German
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Kaliwa Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, Kaliwa Lodge offers 200 MB free WiFi per person per day, thereafter, charges apply.

    Please inform Kaliwa Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Kaliwa Lodge

    • Kaliwa Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Kaliwa Lodge is 10.6 miles from the center of Moshi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Kaliwa Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Bungalow

    • Guests staying at Kaliwa Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Buffet
      • À la carte
      • Breakfast to go

    • The prices at Kaliwa Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Kaliwa Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Kaliwa Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours
      • Fitness
      • Game drives
      • Cooking class
      • Bike tours