Stella Maris Lodge

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9.4
/10
Exceptional
91 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Jasmine

10.0
/ 10
We arrived for a late check in and staff was there to greet us. That was a very nice touch. Staff were excellent. Room was clean and amenities adequate. We were given a room with the view of Kilimanjaro which was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.

Stephanie

10.0
/ 10
I really enjoyed spending time at this hotel. The staff are very welcoming and wonderful people to be around. The staff made sure that I had a shuttle to go around town and a safe way to get there, had a secure place to store the remaining luggage, and they made delicious food for breakfast and at the restaurant. I would highly recommend to stay at the Stella Maris Lodge.

FLAVIA

10.0
/ 10
The service provided by Stella Maris was exceptional. From the airport pick up, to the food and the rooms and the staff who were always smiling, and happy to help us. Keep up the great work.
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Arusha-Himo Road, Machame Kusini, Hai, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

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24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Stella Maris Lodge is located in area / city Machame Kusini. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Stella Maris Lodge is located in area / city Machame Kusini.

About Stella Maris Lodge

Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Stella Maris Lodge.

24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

Stella Maris Lodge is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel's guests.

With all facilities offered, Stella Maris Lodge is the right place to stay.

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Business Facilities

  • Meeting facilities
  • Conference room
  • Conference center
  • Conference rooms
  • Computer station

Public Facilities

  • Others
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee/tea in lobby

General

  • Parking
  • Terrace

Food and Drinks

  • Bar

Transportation

  • Area shuttle with surcharge

Things to Do

  • Barbecue

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Shuttle Service

  • Airport transfer (surcharge)

In-room Facilities

  • TV

Nearby Facilities

  • Souvenir shop

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Stella Maris Lodge

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 100000.00 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 20:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.

General Information

Popular Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 20:00 - to 11:00
Available rooms at Stella Maris Lodge
25
Number of floors in Stella Maris Lodge
3
Another facilities in Stella Maris Lodge
Laundry service, Wedding service, Luggage storage, Multilingual staff, 24-hour Receptionist

Frequently asked question in Stella Maris Lodge

What are available facilities at Stella Maris Lodge?
There are top facilites at Stella Maris Lodge such as 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Stella Maris Lodge?
The standard check-in time at Stella Maris Lodge is starting from 14:00 - 20:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
What is the star rating of Stella Maris Lodge?
Stella Maris Lodge is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Stella Maris Lodge have?
Stella Maris Lodge has 3 floors.
How many rooms are available at Stella Maris Lodge?
Stella Maris Lodge has 25 rooms in total.
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9.4
Exceptional
From 91 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

8.8

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.6

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Traveler Reviews Stella Maris Lodge

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Jasmine
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We arrived for a late check in and staff was there to greet us. That was a very nice touch. Staff were excellent. Room was clean and amenities adequate. We were given a room with the view of Kilimanjaro which was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.
Monique
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff so kind and welcoming. Nothing was any issue.
Stephanie
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 74 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I really enjoyed spending time at this hotel. The staff are very welcoming and wonderful people to be around. The staff made sure that I had a shuttle to go around town and a safe way to get there, had a secure place to store the remaining luggage, and they made delicious food for breakfast and at the restaurant. I would highly recommend to stay at the Stella Maris Lodge.
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FLAVIA
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The service provided by Stella Maris was exceptional. From the airport pick up, to the food and the rooms and the staff who were always smiling, and happy to help us. Keep up the great work.
Thomas
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 95 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was clean and comfortable. Getting in and out was easy. Staff is very friendly.
Joseph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 119 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The people that work at Stella Maris are wonderful and really set this place apart from other options. I stayed here for 6 nights around a Kilimanjaro trek and it was a very comfortable and warm stay. The staff are friendly and caring and it very quickly felt like my home away from home. The food was also delicious and I appreciated the mission of the hotel+school. If I'm ever back in the Moshi/Arusha area, I'll be looking to stay here again. Be aware that the power does go out in Tanzania from time to time, so it's best to be prepared for that.
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Anouska
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 122 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff is the heart of the hotel. Olivia, Innocence, Esther and Teddy were fantastic. Incredibly helpful. The breakfasts were delicious and huge portions. And the fruit juices are addictive. The rooms are clean and great water pressure. The rooms can be a little dark and wifi is best in the reception area.
Dean
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 135 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Stella Maris staff is the highlight of the facility. They immediately become family and treat you as such. The facility is very clean and very well kept. There are limitations that are to be expected as a part of visiting the country and area such as occasional area power outages (which are only a brief interruption till the generator comes on) and periodic brief Wifi disruption common for the area. The food is excellent. The bed is comfortable with a mosquito net. Pillows are comfortable. But again, the staff are the stars of the show.
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Ramesh
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 142 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Exceptionally friendly and caring staff. We were greeted with a hug and a huge smile. Because of our flight issue and rerouting, we ended up reaching at 8:30 am, far earlier than our anticipated arrival of 3:30 pm. They were very nice and gave us a room at 8:30 am and we were able to catch up with our sleep (previous night was meant to be restful in Nairobi, which never happened due to flight delays and rerouting directly to JRO...so, we were really tired). In the late afternoon, we were hoping to take their transportation service to go to the hot spring (about 50 minute drive each way). Instead of quoting a flat fee for the transportation, they told up that they would charge $70 per person. For 8 people in our group, it would have been $560 for a total of a 3-hour trip. That was too steep. We ended up hiring a taxi service who charged $120 total (for two different vehicles). I guess Stella Maris did not really ever offer that service in the past and was quoting prices based on several tour operators' prices...but the tour operators there take people for a day trip to the hot springs and include a lunch and entrance fee and they do charge about $50 to $70/person. I think Stella Marris is a great place to stay...not fancy but great service and extremely friendly people. We found their gift shop offering to be very reasonably priced (as compared to shops in Arusha). The transportation service (mis)quote notwithstanding, I would highly recommend the place.
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Randy
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff and service were so friendly and welcoming
Kwie-Hoa
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 182 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

proceeds go to a good cause nice and clean property friendly and helpful staff is not walkable to center of town, but can ask for local taxi via front desk
Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 185 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I booked one night here before joining my trekking group the next day. Hotel staff is the friendliest I have ever encountered. My room was clean and comfortable. Water needed to be heated up about 15 minutes before your shower but it is a minor inconvenience. Breakfast was huge and delicious. I look forward to the fresh fruit and smoothie every morning. The hotel donates/supports the nearby school as well. I would definitely recommend Stella Maris.
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Sarah
10.0
/10
Reviewed 186 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Popular point of deprarture for Kili treks, which is actually nice, as you learn a lot from fellow trekkers. Mama is WONDERFUL, and her staff is responsive and attentive. Good food, comfortable/basic accommodations, and good value for what you pay. I totally recommend the post-trek massage!
Owen
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 187 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really friendly staff keen to make sure you are happy - a great jumping off point for climbing KIlimanjaro Non for profit set up that funds the school in front of the hotel (which also means the road noise is kept to a min)
Paul
10.0
/10
Reviewed 213 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Large, gracious hotel just outside of Moshi -- down a green country lane – catering to an international clientele, from which all the proceeds go to supporting a school for local children and orphans. The comfortable lobby, dining room and rooms have high ceilings, A/C, WiFi, and in some cases, views of the lovely garden (mine had a private balcony). The two meals I ordered from the chef were excellent. But it was the staff – namely the delightful Teddy, Skola, and Innocent – who were so unbelievably warm, friendly, and attentive, I will always remember them the way they treated me: like family!
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Donald
10.0
/10
Reviewed 217 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I chose this hotel due to it's location and pricing. But, wow!. what a great hotel. Very clean and accommodating. And all proceeds go to an elementary/primary school to help young students receive a better education. The people at the hotel support the school. All the hotel staff were amazingly kind and helpful.
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 243 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff were wonderful. Rooms were so comfortable. The food was delicious
Jon
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 287 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very friendly and clean place. The staff made everything amazing
Scott
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 290 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The entire staff is incredibly friendly & helpful. Stella Maris supports the local school that is on the grounds of this hotel. You are treated like family.
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 305 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great place to stay ahead of a Kili Trek. Staff was wonderful and we were able to arrange an airport pickup and a drive into Moshi.
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Jasmine
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We arrived for a late check in and staff was there to greet us. That was a very nice touch. Staff were excellent. Room was clean and amenities adequate. We were given a room with the view of Kilimanjaro which was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.
Monique
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff so kind and welcoming. Nothing was any issue.
Stephanie
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 74 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I really enjoyed spending time at this hotel. The staff are very welcoming and wonderful people to be around. The staff made sure that I had a shuttle to go around town and a safe way to get there, had a secure place to store the remaining luggage, and they made delicious food for breakfast and at the restaurant. I would highly recommend to stay at the Stella Maris Lodge.
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FLAVIA
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The service provided by Stella Maris was exceptional. From the airport pick up, to the food and the rooms and the staff who were always smiling, and happy to help us. Keep up the great work.
Thomas
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 95 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was clean and comfortable. Getting in and out was easy. Staff is very friendly.
Joseph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 119 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The people that work at Stella Maris are wonderful and really set this place apart from other options. I stayed here for 6 nights around a Kilimanjaro trek and it was a very comfortable and warm stay. The staff are friendly and caring and it very quickly felt like my home away from home. The food was also delicious and I appreciated the mission of the hotel+school. If I'm ever back in the Moshi/Arusha area, I'll be looking to stay here again. Be aware that the power does go out in Tanzania from time to time, so it's best to be prepared for that.
Read More
Anouska
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 122 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff is the heart of the hotel. Olivia, Innocence, Esther and Teddy were fantastic. Incredibly helpful. The breakfasts were delicious and huge portions. And the fruit juices are addictive. The rooms are clean and great water pressure. The rooms can be a little dark and wifi is best in the reception area.
Dean
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 135 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Stella Maris staff is the highlight of the facility. They immediately become family and treat you as such. The facility is very clean and very well kept. There are limitations that are to be expected as a part of visiting the country and area such as occasional area power outages (which are only a brief interruption till the generator comes on) and periodic brief Wifi disruption common for the area. The food is excellent. The bed is comfortable with a mosquito net. Pillows are comfortable. But again, the staff are the stars of the show.
Read More
Ramesh
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 142 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Exceptionally friendly and caring staff. We were greeted with a hug and a huge smile. Because of our flight issue and rerouting, we ended up reaching at 8:30 am, far earlier than our anticipated arrival of 3:30 pm. They were very nice and gave us a room at 8:30 am and we were able to catch up with our sleep (previous night was meant to be restful in Nairobi, which never happened due to flight delays and rerouting directly to JRO...so, we were really tired). In the late afternoon, we were hoping to take their transportation service to go to the hot spring (about 50 minute drive each way). Instead of quoting a flat fee for the transportation, they told up that they would charge $70 per person. For 8 people in our group, it would have been $560 for a total of a 3-hour trip. That was too steep. We ended up hiring a taxi service who charged $120 total (for two different vehicles). I guess Stella Maris did not really ever offer that service in the past and was quoting prices based on several tour operators' prices...but the tour operators there take people for a day trip to the hot springs and include a lunch and entrance fee and they do charge about $50 to $70/person. I think Stella Marris is a great place to stay...not fancy but great service and extremely friendly people. We found their gift shop offering to be very reasonably priced (as compared to shops in Arusha). The transportation service (mis)quote notwithstanding, I would highly recommend the place.
Read More
Randy
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff and service were so friendly and welcoming
Kwie-Hoa
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 182 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

proceeds go to a good cause nice and clean property friendly and helpful staff is not walkable to center of town, but can ask for local taxi via front desk
Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 185 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I booked one night here before joining my trekking group the next day. Hotel staff is the friendliest I have ever encountered. My room was clean and comfortable. Water needed to be heated up about 15 minutes before your shower but it is a minor inconvenience. Breakfast was huge and delicious. I look forward to the fresh fruit and smoothie every morning. The hotel donates/supports the nearby school as well. I would definitely recommend Stella Maris.
Read More
Sarah
10.0
/10
Reviewed 186 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Popular point of deprarture for Kili treks, which is actually nice, as you learn a lot from fellow trekkers. Mama is WONDERFUL, and her staff is responsive and attentive. Good food, comfortable/basic accommodations, and good value for what you pay. I totally recommend the post-trek massage!
Owen
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 187 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really friendly staff keen to make sure you are happy - a great jumping off point for climbing KIlimanjaro Non for profit set up that funds the school in front of the hotel (which also means the road noise is kept to a min)
Paul
10.0
/10
Reviewed 213 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Large, gracious hotel just outside of Moshi -- down a green country lane – catering to an international clientele, from which all the proceeds go to supporting a school for local children and orphans. The comfortable lobby, dining room and rooms have high ceilings, A/C, WiFi, and in some cases, views of the lovely garden (mine had a private balcony). The two meals I ordered from the chef were excellent. But it was the staff – namely the delightful Teddy, Skola, and Innocent – who were so unbelievably warm, friendly, and attentive, I will always remember them the way they treated me: like family!
Read More
Donald
10.0
/10
Reviewed 217 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I chose this hotel due to it's location and pricing. But, wow!. what a great hotel. Very clean and accommodating. And all proceeds go to an elementary/primary school to help young students receive a better education. The people at the hotel support the school. All the hotel staff were amazingly kind and helpful.
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 243 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff were wonderful. Rooms were so comfortable. The food was delicious
Jon
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 287 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very friendly and clean place. The staff made everything amazing
Scott
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 290 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The entire staff is incredibly friendly & helpful. Stella Maris supports the local school that is on the grounds of this hotel. You are treated like family.
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 305 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great place to stay ahead of a Kili Trek. Staff was wonderful and we were able to arrange an airport pickup and a drive into Moshi.
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