Ava garden backpackers

Hotels
8.7 (41 reviews)
mto wa mbu 724 , Mto wa Mbu , tz

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good food
Cons:
Small rooms
Noise from traffic
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
The rooms were very clean but inconsistent experiences regarding cleanliness mentioned.
Service
9.25
Guests noted very friendly staff and helpful service.
Location
9.29
The location is praised for its proximity to national parks.
Room Quality
7.74
Rooms considered small and some amenities lacking (e.g., hand basin).
Amenities
8.27
Decent amenities but some complaints about missing basic items.
Value for Money
8.73
Generally good value, though some found tours a bit expensive.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Food received positive remarks for being good and fresh.
Overall Experience
8.75
A good overall stay with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:43

Property Description

Garden Views and Unique Amenities
Ava garden backpackers offers garden views and a range of amenities including a restaurant, bar, and outdoor fireplace. Guests can enjoy the beautiful surroundings while staying warm by the fireplace in every unit.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each unit at the homestay has a private entrance for convenience, as well as a private bathroom with bidet and complimentary toiletries. Guests can relax in the seating area and enjoy a cozy atmosphere during their stay.

Family-Friendly Features and Services
Families visiting Ava garden backpackers can take advantage of the indoor play area, baby safety gate, and children's playground. The accommodation also offers bicycle and car rental services, making it easy for guests to explore the area.

Experience tranquility at Ava garden backpackers and book your stay today for a memorable getaway amidst nature's beauty.

Important information:

Please inform 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.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 41 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Edelene couple ch
10
Pros:

Wir waren dort für eine Nacht. Das Zimmer ist ziemlich schlicht, aber hatte alles für eine Nacht. Es ist das letzte Hotel an der Hauptstrasse, vor dem Lake Manyara Gate. Wir fanden es genial, da wir grosse Pavianen Clans vor der Haustüre beobachten konnten. Sie waren ca. 20 und haben die Hauptstrasse überquert.

Cons:

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2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Kristina couple gb
8
Pros:

The hostel has very good outdoor seating and a nice fireplace for evenings. Datto is very responsive via WhatsApp and you can easily book tours with him.

Cons:

We booked a one day tour to the national park Lake Manyara with a canoe trip. Although we enjoyed the day, we found the price to be a bit expensive for the experience you get.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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RICARDO ENRIQUE couple es
7
2025-11-25 via Nuitee
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Carlos couple es
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No drinking water available for guests
We struggle to get our breakfast box, even is a place at the entrance of a national park and they should be use to this.

2025-10-14 via Nuitee
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Richard couple nl
4
Teleurstellend
Pros:

We kozen deze plek vanwege de locatie dicht bij de ingang van Lake Manyara National Park (wat als park overigens ook tegen viel).

Cons:

Kamer met badkamer was zeer klein.
Muggennet was te klein om het bed te kunnen dekken.
Geen wastafel in de badkamer, alleen een douchekop recht boven het toilet.

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
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Georg couple at
9
Passt
Pros:

Sehr freundlich, sauber und gleich neben dem Parkeingang. Nettes Lagerfeuer.

Cons:

Nahe an der Hauptstraße, aber wir haben trotzdem gut geschlafen.

2025-08-16 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple de
8
Pros:

Sehr nette Menschen

Cons:

Ziemlich laut, da die Unterkunft direkt an der Straße liegt

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt in Ava Garden. Dato war ein sehr aufmerksamer und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber. Frühstück und Abendessen waren lecker.. Die Zimmer waren sehr sauber. Wir haben über Dato den Rift Valley hike und eine Safari in den Tarangire Nationalpark gebucht. Beides war sehr schön und gut organisiert. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
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Linn couple it
8
2025-08-08 via Nuitee
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Carsten solo_traveller de
10
Ich komme bestimmt mal wieder.
Pros:

Sehr freundliche Menschen, alles sehr sauber und gepflegt. Frisch zubereitetes Frühstück. Super Ausflüge buchbar. Wir haben gemeinsam gekocht. Es war klasse. Sehr gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis.

Cons:

Mal kein Strom, mal kein WLAN. Afrika halt.

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
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Robertas with friends lt
10
Exceptional
2025-07-22 via Nuitee
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Sam solo traveller nz
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Good food
Good Wi-Fi
Comfortable bed

Cons:

Can’t close bedroom window
Staff don’t speak good English
Staff unsure how to checkin /confusion
No flexibility on time for dinner
Loud traffic noise
Not social
No hand basin in bathroom

2025-06-24 via Nuitee
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Sam solo traveller nz
10
Exceptional
2025-06-23 via Nuitee
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Aditi young couple au
10
A great hostel—it felt like home!
Pros:

Ava Garden was such great value for money! Breakfast was wonderful, the room was spacious, and the location was fabulous. The ladies were nice, and the atmosphere was PERFECT to unwind for three days!

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
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Rajesh solo traveller es
10
Budget friendly acco with a super host.
Pros:

I made this the base for safaris. the host Datto is very responsive and super helpful. I stayed in the room with the double bed and attached bathroom and it was very comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful with eggs, pancake, toast and coffee. They served me breakfast at 5:30am when I had to leave for safari at 5:45am. The ladies working there are also very helpful. Datto also helped me book safaris and get a bus to Arusha. He also lent me binoculars for the safari. It is also on the main road. So you won’t have to deal with the rough roads to other places. There are mosquitoes in the area but the room was mosquito free and the bed has a mosquito net. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a simple budget friendly place with an amazing host.

Cons:

Nothing really. It exceeded my expectations for the price point.

2025-02-07 via Nuitee
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Lisa young couple de
10
Nice hostel near lake Manyara national park.
Pros:

We had two perfect days in this location and did some breathtaking safaris with them. Everything was perfectly organized and the food was also great! Thanks to my new friend datto for having us :)

2024-12-12 via Nuitee
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Clear with friends gb
7
Good
Pros:

It was ok for an overnight stay.

2024-12-01 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo traveller my
9
Superb
2024-11-10 via Nuitee
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Nicholas solo traveller gb
8
Very good
2024-09-02 via Nuitee
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Sachin solo traveller us
9
Stay here/Approved!
Pros:

Very relaxing place in Mto wa Mbu, great staff and near the Ngorongoro crater national park! Oh and bonfires at night can't be missed...

Cons:

Not many restaurants nearby

2024-08-17 via Nuitee