Shimbwe Meadows Home

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Shimbwe Meadows Home in Moshi offers a guest house with a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, an indoor swimming pool, and a bar for relaxation. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service. Additional facilities include an outdoor fireplace, lounge, and children's playground. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, and full English/Irish. The on-site restaurant serves Italian, vegetarian, and gluten-free meals, complemented by live music and cooking classes. Local Attractions: Located 8.7 mi from Moshi Railway Station and 32 mi from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Shimbwe Meadows Home is highly rated for its scenic views and hiking opportunities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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See what guests loved the most:

Brianna
United States United States
“Beautiful view and the most helpful owner/operator and staff”
Li
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Great location to close to the mountain and nature Good meals Family run with hearts”
Carl
Germany Germany
“A lovely little guesthouse in the middle of the mountain jungle. The food is great and when you wake up in the morning you immediately get a view of Mr Kilimanjaro. I can highly recommend”
Janice
United States United States
“Nice family home with friendly and kind people at the location. The 2 meals we had were good home-cooked meals eaten family style with other guests. Our stay was unexpectedly shortened so we were not able to experience any of the tours from the...”
Ansley
United States United States
“The property was high up the mountain and made us feel like we had a really authentic stay. The community was very welcoming. We loved our stay! The food was absolutely phenomenal. We did the waterfall and coffee tour and our guides were always so...”
Robert
India India
“I chose Shimbwe because it is located in Mt Kilimanjaro near Materuni Waterfall. The owner & staff are most welcoming & helpful. The booking.com description is accurate and the managenent waa very responsive to email ahead of my arrival. The...”
Christopher
Germany Germany
“- Great views and in the middle of a forest type environment - Very friendly staff - Nice common areas - Offered acitivities such as walk to the waterfall or national park border were awesome”
Mark
Netherlands Netherlands
“Stunning location with extremely friendly staff and good food. Views on the mountain are for sure the best to get so close to Moshi”
Katherine
United States United States
“Beatus, his family and staff went above and beyond to make us comfortable, connect us with local people and activities, and generally make our stay in this beautiful retreat enjoyable. The home-cooked food was excellent, and on our outings we...”
Alyssa
United States United States
“The open communication with Beatus and how remote it was. Literally. In a banana tree forest. Beautiful property for a quiet retreat! Wi-Fi, use of credit cards and hot showers are there! Super kind host!”

Managed by Victor Kinyaiya

Company review score: 9.8Based on 181 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Karibu! Welcome Dear Guest! We are excited to welcome you at Shimbwe Meadows Guest House. My name is Victor and I enjoy showing you my home around the beautiful Kilimanjaro. I grew up in the village and have been to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro for 60 times! I'm your host and the Manager of Shimbwe meadows. I also own a safari and mountain climbing company, so you will be able to book your whole trip with us! Our guesthouse is located about 40 min drive from Moshi town up the amazing Kilimanjaro. the road is surrounded by beautiful banana farms, rivers and valleys, and lots of smiling faces of our village people. Looking forward to welcome you to your mountain home, Victor

Property info

Shimbwe Meadows Guest House is uniquely located within Kilimanjaro nature and offers a quiet and idyllic stay in a friendly atmosphere. At Shimbwe all guests are family and we welcome you to join us. Shimbwe village is located about 40 minutes drive from Moshi town, up the beautiful Kilimanjaro. On the way you'll see green banana farms, rivers and valleys. You'll enjoy view of the mountain top in the mornings and late afternoon on clear days! Our mountain home is ideal for nature lovers, serene and full of hidden nature pearls. We can't wait to show you around. We offer different hikes, including to the famous Materuni falls. Ask us about it. Shimbwe village is also an amazing place to get to know the African way of life. The Chagga tribe, our people, are welcoming and warm, peace lovers, and are always happy to receive guests to the village. Welcome to your mountain home, we can't wait to meet you!

Neighborhood info

Shimbwe Meadows Guest House is located in the small Kilimanjaro village Shimbwe. It is a rural and quiet place and will provide a true Tanzania experience for you. Amongst tourists it is not very well known (yet) and is therefore not as busy as other locations around Kilimanjaro - things go pole pole here (slowly, slowly). Our guesthouse is located about 40 min drive from Moshi town up the amazing Kilimanjaro. the road is surrounded by beautiful banana farms, rivers and valleys, and lots of smiling faces of our village people. From here you can also start hikes and tours in the Kilimanjaro area with our guides, or even book your safari or mountain climbing with us ( see Shimboni Africa Tours). So if you are looking for staying close to nature and to get to know African culture at the same time, this is just the place for you. Welcome to your mountain home!

Languages Spoken

English,Swahili

Area info

Amenities of Shimbwe Meadows Home

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Shimbwe Meadows Home takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Shimbwe Meadows Home of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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