Olerai Lodge

We had an absolutely wonderful final stay at Olerai Lodge, which was the perfect way to end our time in Tanzania before flying to Zanzibar. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beauty, comfort, and exceptional service of the lodge.
The rooms are simply stunning: spacious, luxurious, and beautifully designed, almost as if they came straight out of a movie. The swimming pool was a great place to relax, and enjoying cocktails around the campfire in the evening made the experience even more special. Everything about the lodge feels outstanding and truly exceptional.
We highly recommend combining a stay at Olerai Lodge with your final day in Tanzania. After a wonderful night in the beautiful rooms, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with plenty of choice before heading out for a waterfall hike and a visit to the Arusha market. Despite our tight schedule, the chefs were incredibly flexible and prepared a fantastic brunch for us within just 20 minutes, allowing us to enjoy one more great meal before leaving.
The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and adaptable to our situation. Their hospitality and willingness to help made our stay even more enjoyable.
Overall, Olerai Lodge was the perfect ending to our Tanzanian adventure. The combination of luxury, comfort, amazing food, and exceptional hospitality made it an unforgettable experience. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and relaxing stay near Arusha.

We came as a group of 10 stayed for one night before our safari commenced and the staff really set the mood for our trip ahead. From the moment we arrived, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. We had such a relaxing stay and really enjoyed ourselves. Would highly recommend!

We have stayed for only 1 night and although there was a powercut during the day, the expirience was good.
Room — The room was nice a clean. Everything was working perfectly and was excatly like the pictures.
Service — The service was good. There was alwyas someone available to help and everyone was super nice and had a smile on their face. We felt warmly welcome.
Food — We had dinner and breakfast, and although it was not the best we had in our life, we could see that it was above standards for what we saw in Tanzania. Probably the best we had out of the 4 hotels we stayed at.

I can’t sing the praises enough. Amazing experience. Extremely friendly and helpful staff, fabulous room and amenities, delicious food. Ameth was so sweet and helpful, as was the whole staff. The young man at the restaurant (forgot his name) was wonderful too. The staff organized and a very late-night airport shuttle, and the driver Said made the arduous trip feel safe, friendly, and educational to boot. Simply wonderful people working here, who all went above and beyond in every way possible.

Beautiful hotel! With incredible and spacious rooms, lots of monkeys in the garden, a comfortable pool area and great attention from all of the staff.
Peter made us feel incredibly welcome in every dinner. And the food was INCREDIBLE, chef Zinobia gave us nourshing, flavourful and delicious dishes.
We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this hotel.

One of the nicest stays throughout our trip in Tanzania. The food is very neatly served and is delicious, the room has a gigantic and very comfortable bed, while the staff is very friendly and caring. We truly enjoyed our stay in there!
One improvement is to get a small dryer to hang out drying clothes.

I had a wonderful stay at Olerai Lodge for just one night. It was set in a beautiful location and was very peaceful.
The food was amazing, the room was wonderful and the staff was fantastic. Hosanna & the entire team there really do a great job. Of course they are very attentive but even better, they are all so friendly and really make you feel welcomed.
Asanteni sana and I look forward to seeing you all again siku nyingine!

An absolutely unforgettable stay!
We were warmly welcomed from the moment we arrived and looked after with great care until our departure. The staff are extremely attentive, always smiling and available.
The traditional meals were delicious and varied—a real treat after long days on safari. The lodges are comfortable, very clean, and perfectly integrated into the natural surroundings, which is especially enjoyable in the heart of the bush/savannah.
A little extra bonus: we could hear the animals at night, making the experience even more immersive.
We wholeheartedly recommend these lodges without hesitation.

Our stay at Olerai Lodge in Arusha was exceptional and exceeded all our expectations. The food was absolutely excellent — varied, fresh, and delicious, with a wonderful sense of quality and comfort. The accommodations were spotlessly clean, very comfortable, and beautifully arranged, making it easy to relax after each day.
Special praise goes to the staff, who were incredibly friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist — you truly feel welcome at all times. The atmosphere of the lodge is stunning, surrounded by nature, where you can fully enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. Everything is peaceful, quiet, and perfect for switching off from everyday life.
Fresh water was always available, along with everything you could wish for to ensure a comfortable stay. Olerai Lodge is the perfect choice for anyone seeking tranquility, quality service, warmth, and a beautiful experience in Arusha. Highly recommended!

Our stay at Olerai Lodge was simply perfect. A beautiful and peaceful setting, luxurious accommodation, excellent and abundant food, and exceptionally hospitable staff… I truly have no words to describe this wonderful experience. The comfortable and spacious rooms are beautifully and thoughtfully furnished, well maintained, with a large, comfortable bed. Everything is very clean, and upon arrival we were greeted with a personalized welcome card in the room. The friendly staff is always available. They welcome you as a friend, not just as a guest.
I highly recommend this accommodation!

Clean, big rooms, very well equipped, nice African style common spaces and laid back, chill vibe. But the thing that makes this place truly outstanding is the food — best African food I've ever tried, cooked by a talented chef! Highly recommend it!

We spent five days at this lodge and it was an amazing experience from beginning to end. The property is very quiet and relaxing, and everything was impressively clean and well maintained.
The staff were outstanding throughout our stay – always friendly, professional, and ready to help with anything we needed. The food was excellent at every meal: fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented.
Overall, this was exactly the kind of place we were hoping for: calm, spotless, and run by people who clearly care about their guests. We highly recommend this lodge and would be very happy to stay here again.

At the start of our safari trip in Tanzania, after a long journey (more than 24 hours since we left home), we spent our first night at Olerai Lodge — and what a lovely surprise it was! We arrived around 11pm, expecting a quick check-in and rest, but instead were greeted with a beautifully prepared dinner. It was a gesture that truly moved us.
The food was excellent, and breakfast the next morning was equally memorable. We especially recall the kindness and professionalism of the pastry chef, who took the time to ask for our feedback on the freshly baked breads and pastries. To our great surprise, he even prepared a traditional Portuguese custard tart (pastel de nata) — a thoughtful and delicious touch!
The Lodge itself is beautifully decorated, both inside and out, wonderful rooms with great attention to detail. Sadly, we didn’t get to enjoy it fully, as we left early the next morning for our first game drive. But we noted the high quality of the Lodge and its relaxing atmosphere — and we’ll definitely would return if we have the change.
Highly recommended!

My partner and I stayed in this lodge the night before we flew to Zanzibar. It’s a perfect place to rest and and destress at the pool.
The team is very professional and kind. Cocktails and food are from the highest standard we had in Tanzania and is something we looked out too for quite a while!

From the first moment at Bokerai Lodge, we knew it would be special — and it exceeded all expectations. The rooms were elegant and comfortable, the food delicious and perfectly prepared, but above all, it was Annette and Peter who made our stay unforgettable.
They were always present and attentive. When we had a small issue with the shower, they acted with such professionalism and speed: they offered us another room to shower right away and resolved the problem in less than half an hour. That level of service is hard to find.
Truly an amazing place — I highly recommend it to anyone looking for quality, care, and an unforgettable experience.

We stayed at Olerai Lodge on the night before we embarked on our safari. We arrived late at night and were kindly accommodated for dinner and orientation. The staff were friendly and professional. Upon learning that the airline has lost our luggage, the manager, Maria, made sure we had what we needed to be comfortable.
The rooms were beautiful and extremely clean. There was a lovely garden and swimming pool area, with space to sit outside and enjoy. Recommend!

Our stay at Olerai Lodge with Mativas Africa was truly wonderful and peaceful. From the moment we arrived, our host Mariam made us feel completely at home. We began with a lovely tour of the property, where we learned about the mischievous local monkeys 🐒—a fun and memorable touch!
In the evening, we enjoyed drinks by the bonfire with other guests before adjourning to an amazing dinner that exceeded expectations. The accommodations were exceptional—spacious rooms with a double shower, a large bathroom, and a comfortable king-sized bed. The staff took great care of us, even carrying our bags to and from the rooms.
One detail I especially appreciated was the tipping process, which was handled at checkout—simple, fair, and stress-free.
If you’re planning a safari in the area, you would be remiss not to stay here. Olerai Lodge perfectly balances comfort, nature, and hospitality.