The Backyard Hostel Backyard Eco Bungalows Moshi

Rooms were okay. Toilet shower facilities poor — no lock available for either despite asking staff to sort this. Self service bar is nice, food is available but we didn’t try. Laundry very overpriced (20, 000 tsh per Kg). Did feel a few of the staff were a bit rude. Was very quiet when we were there so not a great place to meet people (although this could have just been the timing). They do offer lots of tours but can do at a lot lower price if you arrange with locals.

Really nice Place, close to the City and a awesome owner. I booked on a wrong date, but he found a bed for me, even it was Marathon Weekend.

The staff was super nice and could accommodate everything, even at short notice. The hostel had a nice outdoor area to relax and meet other people, and have a family style meal. Love that they included homemade cooked breakfast and could accommodate early departure or special dietary needs. They also had a cute dog and kittens on the property. They let me check in early and helped through with my luggage through the crazy rain and mud. So kind!
However, I should really note that my private room could not be locked at all — apparently, the previous guests stole the key. There was a lockable wardrobe inside which again was missing the key! I carry my own locks as well but there was no place for that either. So basically, I had no way to make sure that my stuff is safe. Karim said he will bear the responsibility if anything goes missing but in reality if someone stole someone’s super expensive equipment, I genuinely doubt that… Though it felt like a really safe place and I wasn’t generally worried (it was just a couple of women in the house overall and only two nights), this is not acceptable and I hope they replace the lock asap. I can’t imagine sleeping in a room that can’t be locked and bear the risk of someone entering while I’m asleep. Or at least add the hasp for guests to use their own locks! That is the only reason to give the 3/5 rating.

The owner of the place is very kind, for the price I paid I believe this hostel is incredible, the room was big and comfy, I didn’t appreciate the outdoor shower at all, however the food needs enhancement.

We stood here for 5 days and it was the best place we stayed in 1 month on Tansania mainland! It was our first place after arrival at Kilimanjaro airport and the best place to start our holidays.
Karim, the owner, is a most honorable and precious man. And the hostel stuff is also adorable from kitchen and roommate to night watchman.
The breakfast was the best we got in Tansania (f. Ex. With fresh brewed local Kilimanjaro coffee instead of instand coffee).
We made some tours in Moshi and of course in Tansania but the walking safari with Karim and Queen was the best. But it would be better to make 3 instead of 2 days walking safari to dive even deeper into the nature.
All rooms are good. We stayed in the double room and it was very good for us. But here is east africa. Don't expect rooms for 90 $ if you pay 30 $. For us everything was very very fine and if you need something or something doesn't fit for you then you have to tell it to the stuff. That is what western people can learn from Tansania: Love, talk, be kind, look in the eyes and don't worry.
Close to the hostel is a bar with nice local food like chipsi mayai (omelette with chips). Nice.
At the end we trusted Karim so much that he should convey also the big national parc safaris for us and we got the best price of all.

The backyard is simply an amazing place and unfortunately we stayed only 2 nights. I really appreciate the fact that they care about the environment, they built everything with recycled materials, they have a filter for the water so you don't see any plastic. The food is delicious and also the craft beers. They also provide different courses or excursion and Karim and all the staff are very funny and welcoming, one night we cooked the pizza all together and it was an amazing night. I hope to go back again there one day and I suggest to everybody to go there if they pass from Moshi.

It is difficult to give a quotation for the rooms. The ecolodges are perfect, in the back of the garden, with your own open-air bathroom.
The rooms in the house at the street side with a shared bathroom are poor. However the living room and terrace are nice, they made a lot of effort there. It's especially the shared shower and bathroom that are poor. Broken hangers, no lock on the door, broken walls… but it is clean. The cleaning lady really gives all to it. She even cleaned my shoes after a walk in the dirt. The street is very close-by and has noisy traffic. It was an area with several bars, and we had to endure loud music while trying to sleep. The music lasted until 4 am. These were Friday & Saturday.
Therefore I suggest you take an ecolodge in the back and nothing else.
Breakfast is good! But only 1 coffee is offered, for the next one you'd have to pay 4.000 shilling. Thee is there in a thermos, so you could have mire then 1. Beers and soda, however, are just there in a glass door fridge. You take what you need, and you write down what you have taken. Payment is at the end of your stay.
Filtered water 💧 is available for free and unlimited. I have filled my water bottle many times. Thanks a lot for that.

Karim was the best host ever. The hostel is very creative organized and very green with amazing plants. We always felt at home there. The location is not directly in moshi town (30-40min walk) but it is doable!
The hostel is near a road so expect a bit of vehicle noises!
The breakfast was always plenty with amazing tea! we loved our stay. The vegetarian curry is to die for 😍
Thank you for the amazing time, to the whole team!

One of my favourite hostels I've ever stayed in. All of the staff make you feel so welcome and go above and beyond to ensure that you are comfortable. We stayed here 3 times during our time in Tanzania and one of those times I was sick and was so looked after by the staff, I am so grateful! Such a nice quiet location, a short walk or ride from Moshi centre. The rooms are simple and clean and the vibes here are just so relaxing! Highly recommend guys!

We had the best stay at Karim’s hostel! He, Nasra, Fatuma and the others were just amazing hosts.
The entire guest houses, facilities and common areas are self made with a lot of creativity and style. Many plants and trees make it so green and cool even though you’re in moshi. Everything is clean and well-maintained.
Also the included breakfast was amazing with eggs, fresh fruits etc. I needed gluten-free breakfast which was no problem either.
It was the perfect place to relax after our hike on the mountain :)

Really comfortable stay with incredibly friendly staff! Good location — quiet at night and walking distance to centre of Moshi. Everyone working at the property made sure I felt safe and included at all times, and looked after my luggage when I’d checked out and wanted to do a day trip. Warm showers, mosquito nets and a really nice breakfast. Felt very safe as a solo female traveller. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in Moshi.

The best place/ home you can find in Tanzania, go there for the place and for the most amazing vibe and pizza 🍕 ❤️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Great vibe. Always feeling at home there. Every time I'm in Tanzania I'm passing by the Backyard.