Bright Star Hotel & Safaris

Hotels
8.3 (495 reviews)
P.O. BOX 13298 Sakina. Plot No 15 , Arusha , TZ

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value
Clean rooms
Quiet location
Cons:
Inconsistent food service
Issues with cleanliness in specific areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
Many reviews mentioned the hotel as clean, but some indicated issues, such as broken showers.
Service
9.05
Numerous reviews praised the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
8.55
Reviewers appreciated the quiet location away from the city center.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms were generally described as cozy, though some found them small.
Amenities
8.05
Basic amenities were provided, with some positive mentions about breakfast.
Value for Money
9.05
Many guests felt they received good value for their budget stay.
Food and Beverage
7.55
Some praised the food, while others experienced long wait times or inconsistency.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, guests had a pleasant stay, with minor issues offset by positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:20

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Bright Star Hotel, located in Arusha, offers a luxurious stay just 3.7 km from Uhuru monument. The hotel boasts a restaurant, free private parking, and a bar. Guests can enjoy the sun terrace and comfortable family rooms. The 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi ensure a convenient stay.

Modern Amenities
Each room is equipped with a desk, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy seating area. The hotel provides bed linen and towels for a comfortable experience.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions like Old German Boma (4.9 km) and Njiro Complex (8.9 km). With Arusha Airport just 6 km away, Bright Star Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay in Arusha.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: ARK

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 495 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 7.55
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Janice • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

This is a budget hotel about 2 kilometers from the center of Arusha. However, it it is clean, secure and comfortable. One afternoon there were monkeys playing in the trees outside the hotel and coming onto the balcony. During the day you can walk around and into the main areas of town. The staff were friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was good with ample portions. The shower had hot water.

Cons:

The hotel is on a side "road" that is very rough and unpaved so be warned if you are driving a car. Not much the hotel can do about that. After dark you will need a flashlight/torch to get back to the hotel as the road is not lit.
There aren't many options for restaurants in the area but the hotel will make dinner with notice.
On my final morning I had a pickup scheduled for 7:15 and breakfast was supposed to start at 6:30. I didn't get my food until just after 7 so be aware and plan accordingly.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jordi • couple • es
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Brunhild • solo_traveller • de
10
Wie zu Hause
Pros:

Sehr aufmerksames, freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Hatte einen Unfall und konnte nicht mehr laufen. Alle kümmerten sich hervorragend und liebevoll um mich. Die Managerin kam jeden Abend zu meinem Zimmer, um nach meinem Befinden zu fragen.
Auch die Zimmer, der Komfort, die Sauberkeit - hervorragend.
Zum Frühstück gibt es jeden morgen ein Gericht der Wahl und immer unterschiedliche Smoothies.
Mehrfach musste ich meinen Aufenthalt verlängern, was nie ein Problem war.

Cons:

Nichts zu beanstanden.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • nz
8
In the scheme of things average hotel with super staff..
Pros:

The staff made the place in my mind. Always cheerful and so helpful.

Cons:

Nil

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • ro
10
Pros:

-good location
-good value for money
-great staff
-storage for bulky luggage while on safari

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Monica • solo_traveller • ro
10
Pros:

-amazing staff
-comfortable bed
-good value for money

Cons:

Narrow street from main road , making it very difficult for cars to come in

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • au
8
Twice stayed
Pros:

Very quiet, lovely staff, good value for clean rooms. They stored our suitcase for us while we went on safari for 3 days. They organised transfer to airport at 4am and he was on time. You can eat there and buy drinks but only local food. Breakfast is served but we never ate.

Cons:

Not alot around the area except local stalls. We did find Wildebeest Cafe (15min walk) on main road. Had burgers and pizza. Very nice.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Migliorisi Principio • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Tutto

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Angela • extended_group • es
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Beatriz • couple • pt
8
Ok for a night
Pros:

Very clean facilities located about 15 min from city center in a quiet neighborhood. Good breakfast, overall a good deal.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • es
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • it
8
perfetto per una breve sosta
Pros:

lo staff è molto accogliente,
rapporto prezzo/ qualità ottimo

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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My • couple • se
8
Super bra hotell för pengen vi gav
Pros:

Helt otroligt snäll och hjälpsam personal! Jätte god mat och fint rum!

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Migliorisi Principio • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Good staff

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • es
10
Recomendable
Pros:

El personal es muy amable y ayuda en todo, a mí se me presentó un problema y me ayudaron en todo. El sitio está muy bien y muy limpio.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Bahati • solo_traveller • tz
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Kenza • couple • fr
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Tzu lin • solo_traveller • tw
5
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Mona • couple • at
10
Pros:

Super freundliches Personal

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great budget hotel with lovely staff
Pros:

Lovely, comfortable hotel. Nice room with balcony, good facilities. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Delicious breakfast.

Cons:

Bathroom is a shower room, which was fine to use bht slightly awkward.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee