Northern Tanzania
This unsigned place is the best of four guesthouses in Kimba village, near the crater – it's well known in the village, so ask around. The ablutions block…
Must-see hotels in East Africa
Serengeti National Park
Just 1km from Ndabaka gate along the Mwanza–Musoma road, this sociable place has camping with hot showers and a cooking area, plus 14 simple rondavels and…
Kampala
One of Kampala’s oldest hotels, this characterful, refurbished address adds creature comforts to age and grace. All rooms are rather simple, but have…
Southern Rift Valley
This shabby but charming colonial hotel was built in 1922 and is a delight as long as you don't expect too much from your room. Set around an inner…
Western Kenya
If you can overlook a few missing bathroom tiles and a little wear and tear, this is far and away the smartest hotel in town, although that's not saying a…
Southwestern Uganda
A blissfully remote set-up with two basic bandas (thatched-roofed huts) and a canteen serving local dishes (USh25,000). There are two lovely campsites on…
Kampala
In a cool 1950s art-deco building complete with brushed concrete interiors, the Fat Cat is a top budget choice. The Kololo location is particularly prime…
Tsavo West National Park
With three safari tents and seven bandas, this simple place makes a decent base for Lake Jipe and the southern reaches of Tsavo West. It's lovely and…
Kenya
Set in a mature garden on the northern edge of town, this once-fine establishment is running down fast and is in urgent need of renovations or, at the…
Lake Naivasha
This expansive, verdant property sweeps down to the lake’s edge where gazelles and other wildlife roam. The rooms have a slightly dated style but they’re…
Northern Kenya
This campsite, located behind the KWS headquarters, provides firewood and ablution facilities for those not wanting to camp more wildly at the special…
Zanzibar Island
At the southern end of Jambiani, this place is a modern brick-built bungalow on the land side of the dirt road that runs through the village. Rooms are…
Uganda
Overlooking the Albert Nile, this lodge deep inside the park was built on a site just up from the ruins of an old safari lodge formerly used by Idi Amin,…
Tarangire National Park
Near the seasonal Minjingu River, this place has 10 rather unsightly rondavels, but each has big windows and indoor/outdoor showers. Views, including of…
Eastern Uganda
Sublime waterfall views and affordable bandas (thatched-roofed huts) with open-air private showers (cold) ensure a memorable stay. Hosts are friendly but…
Kenya
Following renovations, this lodge now has a new wing, swimming pool and restaurant. The new wing still looks under construction and the rooms are spacious…
Southwestern Uganda
Run by the local community, these rickety stilted cabins (number 4 and 5 have excellent lake views) and grassy campground sit on the fringes of farmland…
Kenya
For one last night in Kenya or to otherwise break up your travels, consider this shady campsite that offers some tidy cabins with TVs and mosquito nets…
Southwestern Uganda
Popular for its night-time wildlife walks, this lodge has very affordable basic rooms (don't mind the toilet three inches off the floor) and charming…
ELCT Mbuyukenda Tumaini Hostel
Northeastern Tanzania
Rather faded overall, but the newer rooms here (all doubles) are decent value for the price, and the compound is quiet, spacious and green, making this a…
Mombasa
If you're looking for central, budget-friendly but reasonably comfortable digs, this place delivers. Rooms are arranged around a courtyard and while the…
South Coast
If your dreams run bigger and shinier than Tiwi's other offerings, there's always Amani. The tasteful makuti (thatched roof) of the main building, the…
Uganda
Run by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), this campus of basic bandas (thatched-roofed huts) is spread over a grassy site. There’s plenty of wildlife about,…
Serengeti National Park
Twiga offers simple but decent rooms with electricity and hot showers, and satellite TV in the lounge. Guests can use the kitchen, or meals can be cooked…
Southwestern Uganda
In a cool fuchsia corner building, this chilled-out guesthouse has very friendly staff and simple concrete rooms priced for the budget traveller. Beds…
Dar es Salaam
Opened in 1948 by her Royal Begum Om Habibeh Aga Khan, this art deco hotel preserves a slice of Dar’s history. Among its prominent guests are African…
Uganda
This wild and peaceful spot just outside the park border has safari tents with hot solar-powered showers and huge cottages with prime views. Installations…
Dar es Salaam
Located on a small side street between the main post office and St Alban's Anglican church, this YWCA has basic rooms with concrete floors, fans, sinks…
Wildlife Club of Kenya Guesthouse
Lake Nakuru National Park
Hands down Nakuru's best budget choice, this rather charming cottage inside the park looks out towards the lake and often finds its own gardens frequented…
Kenya
Decent site with toilets, showers and a communal kitchen. The location is good, as most safari vehicles don't loop down this way and there's some good…
Lamu Island
Blending business amenities with gruff service, the New Mahrus has three categories of room, with KSh500 '3rd class' being the rock bottom option. Should…
Rwanda
On the eastern park boundary, not far from the Kitabi Booking Office, this no-nonsense guesthouse is great value. The 20 en suite rooms occupy five brick…
Mombasa
The palace in the name may be entirely fanciful, but don't dismiss this city-centre cheapie immediately, as its rooms are far better than you'd expect…
Northern Kenya
Located very close to the post office, but up a quiet side road, this family-run place has colourful rooms with some character, small bathrooms with hot…
North Horr Mazingira Women Group Lodge
Northern Kenya
Despite the name, there are no women at this lodge, either working or staying. The bandas are passable, with comfortable beds, clean linen and mosquito…
Arusha
Unremarkable but clean and fairly spacious rooms are on offer here – they're just about fine for the price (ask for a discount anyway), but be prepared…
Kampala
Regularly booked out by Peace Corp volunteers and budget travellers, the New City Annex is rather unappealing but it gets the job done with simple, fan…
Dar es Salaam
This YMCA offers no-frills rooms that are fairly quiet considering the city-centre location. It's in a small compound around the corner from the post…
Southwestern Uganda
Located 4km outside Kihihi near the airstrip, this pleasant hotel has a mix of comfortable rooms and bandas (thatched-roofed huts) in a peaceful location…
Southwestern Uganda
Tinka's rambling house is a relaxed, family atmosphere with just two guest rooms. It's 6km from Kibale HQ, right near the visitor centre of Bigodi Wetland…
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