Kaliwa Lodge

9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(107 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Kenya

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this nature lodge rental

Kaliwa Lodge is nestled at the foothills of Kilimanjaro, just a few minutes away from Machame Gate entrance to Kilimanjaro National Park. It has a restaurant and bar, and offers activities in the area.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Kenya

Nearby attractions

Meru National Park

239.4 mi

Ura Gate Tourism Market

Available Rooms

1 King • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

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2 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Single • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

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1 King • 269 ft²

Sleeps 3

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1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 4

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Kaliwa Lodge

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9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(107 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Kenya

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Kenya

Nearby attractions

Meru National Park

239.4 mi

Ura Gate Tourism Market

Available Rooms

1 King • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Single • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 269 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 592 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(107 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Après les safaris, un lieu au calme dans la verdure pour se reposer.

Le design de l'établissement est très beau, le jardin est magnifique et la vue de la terrasse est exceptionnelle. Le petit-déjeuner est succulent, avec des produits frais. Les repas sont excellents. Nous avons été traités comme des rois. Le personnel est attentionné, un vrai bonheur. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermer. Je garde cette adresse dans les favoris et j'y reviendrai forcément. C'est mon adresse préférée à Arusha

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Exceptional

View, kindness of people and the walking tour

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Exceptional

Thes staff, food and place were amzing. Could not expect more.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

peaceful and quiet

beautiful location- a little oasis out of the madness of Arusha.

we couldn’t pay by card even though it was advertised you could.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

amazing location

view, modern rooms.

check out

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Very good

Stunning deck with views on Kili. interesting little oasis with eyecatching architecture in a quaint environment. Friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

For the price, the amenities were a bit lacking (e.g. a pool, even a small one, would really have uplifted the experience. Restaurant atmosphere a bit lacking and though the food was good, again pricey (as was the 50 USD taxi to JRO airport).

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Amazing!

everyone is incredibly friendly, the food is amazing, the rooms so comfortable and the view of kilimanjaro is just stunning!!!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Very good

very beautiful place and very clean food was excellent and staff very helpful

reaching is not that easy but it’s worth it

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Exceptional

What I enjoyed the most was the excellent service from manager Justina and driver-guide Oliver - both of them made my stay truly enjoyable and memorable, and I thank them both very much for that. Location is excellent for trips around the area and also due to the garden platform with view to Kilimanjaro. Excellent food - I especially enjoyed the wonderful juices of local fruits. Very nice with the fire place lit at dinner time. I was impressed with the very nice amenities in the bathroom. A perfect place to stay and highly recommendable.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Exceptional

Beautiful location, clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

the personal is very good! and the view here is amazing.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Spectacular view

Location was fantastic with great view of Kilimanjaro and the jungle garden with monkeys flying from tree to tree spectacular. Good food, professional and friendly staff.

Nothing really

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

A place to relax and enjoy beautiful nature and great hospitality.

Very friendly and competent staff, spacious room, comfortable bed, beautiful garden with large terrace facing the Kilimanjaro, very good breakfast.

All was fine!

9.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

A lovely treat for one night - worth the high price for view, staff and food!

We stayed here as a treat for our last night in Tanzania - and also our anniversary whilst on honeymoon - and it was just as special as we'd hoped. The deck is incredible with stunning views of Kili (if she's not feeling too shy). Food was amazing if a little pricey for dinner with a fixed cost of 20usd pp but we were treated wonderfully, gifted a bottle of fizz and had a lovely relaxed 24hr stay.

The location is a bit remote, and the dinner price was a bit steep but everything else was wonderful.

9.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Superb

the view is to die for

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Very friendly and helpful staff

The location in heart of Kilimanjaro forest. The staff was super friendly!

The shower was not fixed properly, one electrical outlet in the room.

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Heart of the mountain

Wonderful place with even better views from the deck. Staff are very accommodating and friendly OMG, the food is Wonderful, I will miss the Thai veg curry & the delicious baobab juice. Overall a great stay We enjoyed our restful stay

If I had to be picky= Water pressure can be an issue. We spent most of the time trying to correct the temperature or it would blast the water or drop in pressure. Alot of wasted water unfortunately Music from nearby settlement on certain nights Their cost for airport transfer is very high. We found a cheaper option online

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

HIGHLY recommend.

Everything really! From design to comfort to restaurant to staff! Staying there was an incredible experience. Best post-summit experience, in just 1 day and 1 night I completely recovered from climbing mount Kilimanjaro. I would go back to Tanzania just to stay there again.

Can only pay cash.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2021

Kaliwa, a truly wonderful place for staying near Mount Kilimanjaro (close to Machame Trail)

The location was perfect, as we wanted to be close to Kilimanjaro and to have a good view of it. Kaliwa is located in the middle of an agricultural zone, filled with very nice and friendly people. It is a very well-run hotel, with good rooms, beds, pillows, etc., but the highlight is its personnel. The warmth, efficiency, friendliness, and devotion to good service shown by Justina, Josephine, Vivian, and Lina (the chef) were in fact remarkable, in itself a justification to go to Kaliwa. The sensation of being appreciated as a visitor was overwhelming. The food is incredible, starting with breakfast which was out of this world in its completeness and its quality, all meals were an experience of different flavors, with the best ingredients. Because at this time of year it gets a bit fresh in the evening, we always had a fire in a cozy living room, with wonderful books to look at, enjoying a perfect gin and tonic, waiting to be served another wonderful dinner. Service went beyond the hotel, as Justina organized a hike to Kilimanjaro with Edmund, a fantastic guide, motivated, with good English, and very knowledgeable, while taking care of the recovery of our luggage which had been misplaced between Kenya and Tanzania, and it was waiting for us when we returned from Kilimanjaro. Kaliwa's deck, overlooking a river, with Kilimanjaro in the background, is something truly special. I congratulate the owner for running such a good operation, something in which the quality of her personnel obviously plays a very relevant role.

The WiFi signal in the room was OK, but when I needed to do more intense use I had to go to the lobby or the dining room. I am sure this will be improved as signal coverage improves in that area.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2021

Exceptional

What a magical place!!! In the heart of the forest, surrounded by banana trees, coffee trees...First of ale, of course, the deck. It is the rainy season right now then the Kilimandjaro is rather shy. But when suddenly the African giant showed, it was a moment of vivid emotion. And The deck is literally facing the mountain. The garden is absolutely gorgeous, specially these passion fruit bushes. The whiskey bar is very retro picturesque. Its looks like a Edward Hooper painting. The fonctionnalist Bauhaus architecture of the buildings is a fantastic idea because the contrast with the lushy forest is surprising. And the staff...and the food....the staff is so kind, so helpful but at the same time so discreet. And everything I have eaten on the menu is fresh and tasty.. It was a shame that my stay was so quick but I know that I will come back very soon. I have to stress that I don't know and don't meet the owners, then I don't have a personal interest to write these enthusiastic comments. I simply fall in love with this place! Allez-y cet endroit est fabuleux! To jest naprawdę magicznie mieśce!

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2021

Exceptional

The accommodation was lovely, the food was great, the stuff was friendly and environment relaxing, the view really great!!!

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Kenya?

The average price for a rental in Kenya is $66 per night. This rental is $40 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kaliwa Lodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Kaliwa Lodge pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Kaliwa Lodge?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Kaliwa Lodge

Nature lodge in Kenya

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Kenya

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Kaliwa Lodge

Nature lodge in Kenya

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Kenya

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Kenya?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Kaliwa Lodge pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Kaliwa Lodge?

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