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Kaliwa Lodge

4.0 star property

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Sun deck
Interior
Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area
Single Room
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr

Explore the area

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Machame Road, Machame, 6967
  • Place, Kilimanjaro National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Machame Gate
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Moshi Golf Club
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Superior Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Machame

At Kaliwa Lodge, you'll be 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Machame Gate. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 4-property class Machame lodge you'll find Kilimanjaro National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kilimanjaro National Park - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Machame Gate - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Moshi Golf Club - 30 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Uhuru Park - 32 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Moshi Outdoor Market - 33 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melinda's(Country Side Restaurant) - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kaliwa Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Kaliwa Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Machame lodge.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kaliwa Lodge offers 10 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property provides WiFi up to 200 MB per person, per day.
Please note that this property is located approximately 15 miles (25 kilometers) outside of Moshi.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Kaliwa Lodge Machame
Kaliwa Lodge
Kaliwa Machame
Kaliwa Lodge Lodge
Kaliwa Lodge Machame
Kaliwa Lodge Lodge Machame

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kaliwa Lodge?

Kaliwa Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaliwa Lodge?

As of 14 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaliwa Lodge on 16 Apr 2026 start from NZ$362, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kaliwa Lodge?

Yep, Kaliwa Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Kaliwa Lodge have a pool?

Kaliwa Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Kaliwa Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as fireplaces in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kaliwa Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kaliwa Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kaliwa Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kaliwa Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kaliwa Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kaliwa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kofi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredible and so helpful. View is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Avoid, I stayed here in August 2024. I should have left a review before now, however, was waiting for the police to review my complaint but nothing appears to have happened. I stayed here before climbing Kilimanjaro and had over $1000 in cash stolen from my hotel room whilst I slept. The hotel staff searched the room thoroughly but the monies never turned up. This is obviously a serious accusation and have thought twice about posting this review but believe it is necessary to alert anyone else staying at this property. The hotel is supposed to be on a gated enclosure so can only conclude it was a member of staff responsible for the theft.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kaliwa lodge is 1hr from airport & Mt Kili walking points. You must arrange transport with lodge to go anywhere as the lodge is very isolated. Located amongst banana plantation down a very bumpy dirt road. Lodge is surrounded by walls and is secure. The lodge has a garden courtyard with rooms around yard. Large deck overlooking a green valley and Mt Kilimanjaro. Room & ensuite is functional with adequate space. Dated modern decor, large netted comfy bed, good hot water & WiFi. Dinner was good & had breakfast box. Staff are great. Birds at night & early morning can be a nuisance for light sleepers. Dinner & drinks at reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful zen stop for us in Kilimanjaro. The staff treated us like family and the food and drinks were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelcho

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view from the deck, great service and rooms have everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful but not a comfortable sleep!

Lovely space and great staff. The room had no ventilation, the bed was extremely hard, not enough hooks in the bathroom to put wet towels, storage space in the shower to put the shampoo and body wash, and not enough counter space for toiletries. The breakfast was excellent and the coffee was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mt. Kilimanjaro viewing deck was my favorite.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Kaliwa. The staff members were lovely--the people were the highlight of our stay. The rooms are practical but tastefully decorated, very clean, and pleasant. I'm very grateful that the Kaliwa team was accommodating when we realized that my father's CPAP breathing machine would need overnight electricity. Their quick thinking was very appreciated. The food was very nice and we enjoyed our stay very much.

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

KAREN

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

kaliwa

facilities are okay. periodically lost electricity and hot water. the staff are wondferful, however.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

kilimanjaro

Beautiful views of Kilimanjaro from deck !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place, breathtaking views, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We warnt to come again

It was very beautiful. Very kindly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in a unique location, very quiet and peaceful. The deck is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of Kilimanjaro was great. Did see it but is very weather dependent. Staff were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hospitality

Kaliwa Lodge provided an exceptional experience with outstanding views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The managers and staff were friendly and helpful at all times. In addition to clean rooms, the freshly prepared meals and tranquil surroundings were delightful. The lodge can also arrange excursions with a local guide. I hiked to Machame Camp one day and participated in a village tour/coffee roasting experience on another, both with local guide Edimund. Thank you for a delightful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous hospitality

Kaliwa Lodge provides excellent accommodations and hospitality for a short trip to the area. The staff are friendly and helpful, rooms are kept well, and the food is delicious. This would be a perfect place to stay before or after hiking Kilimanjaro, and there are views of the mountain for all guests to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Loads of potential in a beautiful setting

The manager is SUPER personable which is great in such a small property. The setting is amazing despite the fact that the Kili was cover by clouds the whole time. However there’s some investment the property could make to offer more comfort to its guests. Hopefully with new management these improvements will take place. I will invest in good pillows, the ones provided were awful. The beds have the set up for the mosquito nets but they weren’t used. They should because we were bitten by mozzies. Having to pay only in cash is cumbersome. The property in general could be better maintained and little touches to make it more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Sol, Maryland, USA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This lodge is 15 km to Mt. Kilimanjaro and 45 min. from Kilimanjaro airport. Only accepts cash. The property mangers are friendly. For the price you pay, the room and bathroom is very tiny. Some of the customers rating is very high on this facilty. For the price that’s being charged you would expect to get lot more. You can get taxi at airport which is lot cheaper than asking the lodge to arrange and the same for the tours. The viewing deck is nice but the 2 days we their was foggy so you couldn’t see the mountain peak.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018