Staycation Tanzania

Compare Tanzania staycation hotels by location, Expedia guest reviews and estimated nightly prices.

Choose your Tanzania staycation

Dar es Salaam suits a city weekend, Arusha a slower lodge-style break, Mwanza a Lake Victoria escape and Zanzibar a beach-focused stay.

Read the full Tanzania staycation guide

Dar es Salaam suits a city weekend, Arusha a slower lodge-style break, Mwanza a Lake Victoria escape and Zanzibar a beach-focused stay.

Updated 7 September 2026.

Where should you go for a Tanzania staycation?

Dar es Salaam

Best for city hotels, pools, dining and short weekend breaks.

Arusha

Best for garden hotels, lodge-style stays and a slower highland weekend.

Mwanza

Best for Lake Victoria views and a quieter city escape.

Zanzibar

Best when beach, resort facilities and a longer stay matter most.

Which Tanzania staycation suits you?

Couples: Zanzibar or a quieter Arusha property.
Family: larger Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar hotels with pools and on-site dining.
Short city break: Dar es Salaam.
Scenic reset: Mwanza or Arusha.

How to compare Tanzania hotel deals

Match the destination to your available time first. Compare identical dates, room types, meal plans and cancellation terms, then add transfers or flights where relevant.

Displayed hotel-card prices are dated partner snapshots. Recheck current availability and the final total before booking.

Tanzania staycation FAQ

What is the best staycation destination in Tanzania?

Dar es Salaam is the easiest city option, Zanzibar is strongest for a beach resort break, Arusha suits a lodge-style weekend and Mwanza works for a quieter Lake Victoria escape.

How many nights should I stay?

One or two nights can work for a city break. For Zanzibar or a destination requiring more travel, two or three nights usually makes the transfer more worthwhile.

How should I compare prices?

Compare the same dates, room type, meal basis, occupancy and cancellation terms, then add transport and transfers before deciding.

Browse Tanzania staycations

Compare Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza and Zanzibar.

Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.4/10 · 110 reviews. A Sakina hotel on White Rose Road with an outdoor pool, a spa, a restaurant and included…
Mrimba Palm Hotel

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.6/10 · 11 reviews. A Njiro Kwa Msola hotel with a restaurant, a garden, Safari Spa and included English breakfast.
Zawadi House

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.6/10 · 146 reviews. A Sekei guesthouse on Kundayo Road with a garden, included continental breakfast, a restaurant and listed spa…
Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 170 reviews. A hotel by Arusha Clock Tower with gardens, an outdoor pool, a hot tub and on-site dining.
Arusha Planet Lodge

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 144 reviews. A Moshono Village lodge with a garden, an outdoor pool, a spa and included English breakfast.
Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 9.6/10 · 28 reviews. A Dodoma Road lodge with gardens, a pool, listed spa services and included full breakfast.
The African Tulip Hotel

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 9.6/10 · 63 reviews. An Arusha hotel on Serengeti Road with an outdoor pool, included buffet breakfast and The Baobab Restaurant.
Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 133 reviews. A Nyerere Road hotel with an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a sauna and a steam room.
Mount Meru Hotel

Arusha, Tanzania. Expedia guest rating 8.4/10 · 236 reviews. A Kanisa Road hotel with gardens, an outdoor pool, a spa and two listed restaurants.
Kisiwa on the Beach

Expedia guest rating 9.4/10 · 133 reviews · Paje, Zanzibar. A hotel near Paje Beach with an outdoor pool, spa and restaurant listed by Expedia. This…
Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar – All Inclusive

Expedia guest rating 10.0/10 · 61 reviews · Dongwe, Zanzibar. An all-inclusive property in Dongwe with villas offering private plunge pools and furnished patios. Expedia lists…
Zuri Zanzibar

Expedia guest rating 9.4/10 · 135 reviews · Kendwa, Zanzibar. A resort in Kendwa with an outdoor pool, spa and several restaurants listed by Expedia. Its…
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

Expedia guest rating 9.6/10 · 75 reviews · Paje, Zanzibar, Tanzania. Private-pool villas and an official five-night 10% direct offer, subject to blackout and rate terms.
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 105 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A Mbweni waterfront property with a pool, spa and airport shuttle, useful for a relaxed…
Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Resort and Spa

Expedia guest rating 9.0/10 · 149 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A spacious Mtoni waterfront stay with a marina, pool, spa and room balconies, giving families…
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Expedia guest rating 8.6/10 · 136 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A practical air-conditioned base near Zanzibar's airport for a late arrival or early departure, with…
Jafferji House

Expedia guest rating 8.6/10 · 209 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. An intimate Stone Town guesthouse with distinctive interiors and included breakfast near the Old Fort.…
Kisiwa House

Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 253 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A restored Stone Town residence with elegant local detail and rooftop dining near the Shangani…
Tembo House Hotel

Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 1007 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A busy Shangani waterfront base with pool facilities and easy access to boat departures and…
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Expedia guest rating 9.0/10 · 161 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A carefully furnished Stone Town house in Kiponda with cooked breakfast and spa options. Its…
Kholle House

Expedia guest rating 9.4/10 · 79 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A restored Stone Town house combining period details, a pool and breakfast. It offers a…
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Expedia guest rating 9.6/10 · 45 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A polished small hotel with carefully styled rooms and an excellent emerging guest score, located…
Shaba Boutique Hotel

Expedia guest rating 9.0/10 · 26 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A compact boutique choice on a lived-in Stone Town street, with breakfast and a promising…
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Expedia guest rating 8.8/10 · 512 reviews · Zanzibar City, Tanzania. A familiar full-service option in Stone Town with a pool and central access, supported by…