Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

Hotels
7.8 (286 reviews)
White Rose Road, Sakina , Arusha , tz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Nice rooms
Good food
Friendly staff
Cons:
Poor location
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort problems

Categories

Cleanliness
5.88
Several reviews noted issues such as black mold and dirty windows.
Service
8.85
Overall, guests mentioned kind and trying staff, though some found them distant at times.
Location
5.89
The hotel is situated in a poor, run-down area far from downtown, impacting the experience negatively.
Room Quality
6.84
Reviews described rooms as old with hard beds, limited furnishings, and poor lighting.
Amenities
7.87
Some amenities like the pool area were mentioned positively, but were also criticized for comfort.
Value for Money
9.33
Good perceived value based on the food quality and service, despite issues in other areas.
Food and Beverage
9.88
Guests praised the food quality, particularly dinner and breakfast offerings.
Overall Experience
7.85
Mixed feelings due to service and location, but some enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:24

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa, located in Arusha, offers elegant guest rooms equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. The private bathrooms feature complimentary toiletries and cozy bed linen, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Relaxing Facilities
Guests can unwind and rejuvenate at the hotel's outdoor swimming pool, garden, and shared lounge. The property also boasts a terrace, perfect for enjoying the picturesque surroundings, and a bar where visitors can sip on refreshing drinks after a long day of exploration.

Exceptional Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving a delectable array of African, Seafood, and Asian cuisine. For those with dietary preferences, a halal menu is available upon request, ensuring a delightful dining experience for all guests.

Experience luxury, relaxation, and exquisite dining at Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KIA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 286 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.88
Service: 8.85
Location: 5.89
Room Quality: 6.84
Amenities: 7.87
Value for Money: 9.33
Food and Beverage: 9.88
Overall Experience: 7.85
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Mona • couple • at
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Matilda • couple • be
9
Parfait, rapport qualité prix imbattable et personnel au top
Pros:

Hôtel très bien , pour une nuit ou deux.Ce que je retiens surtout c’est le personnel hyper accueillant, souriant et bienveillant! Propreté irréprochable!

Cons:

Peux-être avoir un peu plus de « confort » dans les chambres mais sinon tout était parfait

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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EVANGELIA • solo_traveller • gr
8
Pros:

Τα δωμάτια ήταν όμορφα διακοσμημένα και άνετα

Cons:

Χρειάζεται αυτοκίνητο για τη μετακίνηση στο κέντρο της πόλης.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Norah Nsanja • solo_traveller • tz
7
Pros:

the staff are very friendly and welcoming..... they made us feel at home...

Cons:

The location... we struggled finding the place

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Naomi • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Renato • couple • it
7
I didn't really like the hotel, but for a one-night stopover, it's fine.
Pros:

The restaurant is very nice and the food tasty

Cons:

Room a li bit old, very bad internet connection

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Greta • couple • it
8
Il personale rende la permanenza perfetta
Pros:

Struttura pulita, personale accogliente e disponibile
Zona piscina molto tranquilla e rilassante
Ristorante ottimo

Cons:

Bagno della camera da rinnovare per un boutique hotel

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • couple • au
8
Comfortable hotel for overnight stay
Pros:

Comfortable and clean

Cons:

Food was very average

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Adele • couple • gb
6
Short stop over
Pros:

Outside approach and pool area inviting and well kept.

Cons:

Reception area, lounge area and bedroom in need of attention and maintenance. maintenance.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Herugu • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

It’s closer to Tarangire National Park and good value for money.
Food was good too

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Claire • family_with_children • gb
9
Lovely decor rooms, comfortable and quiet location.
Pros:

A little out of town which means its much quieter. Easy to still get around using local Bolt taxis. Dinner was delicious and good value (we pre booked half board). Friendly staff looked after our luggage for a few hours.

Cons:

Breakfast was fine but not amazing. Pool was freezing, not sure when it would be used.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Mazenge • solo_traveller • gb
10
Exceptional stay for a special occasion
Pros:

​We booked this stay as a birthday surprise for our mum, and the hotel exceeded all expectations. The spa facilities were incredibly relaxing, the food was superb, and the staff went above and beyond—even helping with a special birthday cake. She felt so pampered and looked after. Couldn't have asked for a better experience!

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Constance • extended_group • gb
4
Overpriced and unwelcoming
Pros:

The Spa treatments were amazing and the shower was excellent

Cons:

The staff weren’t helpful at all, the food was very poor. At times we felt more like a burden than a guest- very different from our other accommodation in Tanzania. DO NOT LET THEM ORDER YOU A TAXI YOU WILL BE RIPPED OFF

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • it
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Haakonsta • Friends getaway • Bergen, Hordaland, Western Norway
10
Nice and tidy hotell
Pros:

We had a great stay at Tulia Botique. It was clean, tidy and very warm and helpful personell working there. We were also able to watch World Cup football match in the bar there. Thanks for a great stay!

2026-06-27 • via Tripadvisor
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Marnie • couple • au
1
Do not stay - very dishonest.
Pros:

I didn’t like anything about the property.

Cons:

I booked a deluxe room but was checked into a standard room. There was no refrigerator as stated in room facilities. When I asked to be moved or pay the standard room fee I was told I would be charged $85USD for the room when I checked the rate for the room was $78USD. When I checked out I informed the manager I was not happy at their dishonesty and attempt to charge me more than the advertised rate and that I was not happy I didn’t get the room I booked. He continued to lie to me stating the room was deluxe and that he wasn’t aware the furniture had been taken out of the room. When I informed him that I had seen inside a deluxe room, he changed his narrative again. I ended up paying cash for the standard room, but the cost of the deluxe room was taken from my bank account several days after I had checked out. This is despite the booking being cancelled by the Tulia Boutique Hotel. Despite several efforts to get them to respond d to my question about stealing money from me they have not responded. Booking.com has not been helpful with this situation either. My advice DO NOT stay at Tula Boutique Hotel!

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Eckhard und Astrid • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Eckhard und Astrid • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Freundlicher Empfang. Kamen spät abends vom Kilimanjaro. Nächsten Tag ging es auf Safari. Konnten um 06:00 Frühstücken.
Koffer konnten für die Zeit der Safari im Hotel bleiben.
Im Restaurant bekamen wir was zu essen.
War ok und Frühstück für afrikanische Verhältnisse auch gut.
Zimmer und Bad gut. Spa haben wir nicht genutzt.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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shubhrajyotsna • Family • Singapore
6
Nothing boutique about it. Below average.
Pros:

Will not go back there again. The approach to the hotel is through some bad roads. The rom was spacious but with bare necessities. The kettle is out on a tray which has the electrical cord. Have to move the whole tray to near an electrical point for use. Bathroom is patchy, broken tiles, shower cubical door doesn’t close properly. Bathroom door doesn’t close properly. Breakfast was basic buffet while dinner is à la carte. The chicken patty in the burger had bones in it and the bun wasn’t warmed. The Dal makhani was delicious.

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor