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Once an old coffee estate, Rivertrees is now a charming country inn nestled in abundant foliage with the Usa River flowing by. Set in the foothills of Mt Meru, conveniently close to Kilimanjaro International Airport and a short drive to Arusha, its location proffers a wealth of natural wonders to explore. Comprising the original Farm House, an elegant River House, luxurious River Cottages and several beautifully appointed Garden Rooms, it also serves delicious garden-fresh cuisine in its stunningly set restaurant. The swimming pool and spa are tailored for relaxation, and friendly personalised service ensures a memorable stay, whether for a one-night stopover or much longer.
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Nestled in a natural setting ideal for safaris, Rivertrees Country Inn has earned high marks from guests for its tranquility and vintage charm. Reviewers frequently commend the hotel's cleanliness, spacious rooms with rustic flair, and the serene atmosphere provided by the lush grounds and abundant wildlife.
The friendly and professional staff enhance the guest experience, which is deemed great value given the amenities and activities available. The hotel's location near local Arusha attractions also receives consistent praise.
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We had a lovely time staying at this property and we hope to keep coming back here. We stayed in the river cottage and the joy of waking up to the calmness of the Usa river felt surreal. I mean, we could literally live here and get to stare at the colobus doing their monkey business everyday. The property is located in the middle of dense forest and the rooms have a vintage touch to it.
Food is fab and we highly recommend trying the wood fired pizzas and Tanzanian chocolate mousse. They set up a nice bonefire around dinner time and we would typically sit around it to avoid the flies. Their excellent hospitality and courteous staff are always around to serve you with a smile :)
Rooms are beautifully designed and have a rustic touch in every corner. The river cottage had a lovely book shelf, an open shower and a cute sit out area by the river.
They offer a complimentary riverwalk and organize coffee tours and village walk in partnership with Wayo Africa on a chargeable basis. The Arusha National Park is 20 minutes drive away and you can consider a self-drive safari there.
It is noteworthy that the property started off as a coffee estate with one room and Prince Charles and ex-German President, Joachim Gauck.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Room Tip:Carry mosquito repellents and a torch while treading the property at night. Also, beware of the...
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We were taken to the hotel in the middle of the night by a transfer. An uncomplicated key handover at 4 a.m. before a member of staff took us to the beautiful bungalow. The rich and freshly prepared breakfast with various (egg) dishes was a good start to the day after a few hours of sleep. We spent a leisurely day in the huge green hotel complex by the river, where we were able to comfortably watch several monkeys from the cafe. The entire staff was very attentive and helpful, worried about our safety and provided us with a driver within minutes for short errands. The room and the entire complex are also kept clean at all times, and the cottage is made mosquito-proof during dinner. Our dinner was delicious, all the food and drinks were excellent. A great start to the vacation!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We as most people got to this lodge to sleep after the very early arrival in the airport. We decided to stay one more night to come down. Good decision. We were greeted at 3 something am and shown to our nice villa. Ample space, nice bathroom with all amenities and a comfy bed. All very clean. Drinking water is provided.
We were woken up at 8am by some monkeys walking over our roof, a common experience there. First meal was lunch, a buffet and to order, very tasty and well prepared but be careful, the portions are large.
The whole Inn is in a large garden with a river on one side which offers nice walks and monkeys of different species are around as well as a lot of birds. The pool is more on the small and cool side but makes for a relaxing afternoon. Just watching the wildlife.
Dinner was outside with some begging cats and again, very tasty food in large portions. Cocktails were well prepared and beer was cold. Breakfast was also a very nice affair with enough choice.
All in all a very good place to start a safari tour.
One thing though, they charged us twice for our beers and claimed a connction issue with the first payment.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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We had about four hours to kill before boarding our flight back home Itt was recommended that we stop here for a meal and two hang out. Gustavo in the restaurant took such great care of this. It felt like we were friends before our time was up. His big smile and family disposition added to the delicious food. The gift shop was less expensive than a lot of the other lodges and the ladies went above and beyond to pack the items I bought nicely. They were so friendly! The grounds and rooms look lovely!!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Fantastic experience. Great to relax after flight /safari and welcoming staff. Setting is tranquil and beautiful having swimming pool and outdoor restaurant. Nice walk along river and seeing hotel growing own vegetable/ herbs with honey bees etc. Accommodation was really nice and they offer range of services ie massages/cycle tours and great gift shop with local souvenirs. Was really nice to see three different types of monkeys in complex and other birds. Outside bar area with tv separate from dining area which has a great menu. Dining area has a tranquil feeling and great for relaxing meal The pizza is definitely worth ordering and cannot fault any of the meals we had from breakfast, lunch and dinner. Was impressive with breakfast spread ranging from fresh fruit, crepes, omelettes made to order and home baking etc . Staff are attentive and you see the fantastic work done by the gardeners, cleaners and waiting staff. Was best holiday experience ever for me
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Book early if staying and worth it
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We had a great couple of days here in early February as a stop over for our safari trip .The room are excellent very clean and spacious, every night a maid turns your bed down and get to sleep in a 4 poster bed. The restaurant is in great location and the staff are helpful always on hand Our waiter emmanuel was first class gave us a great welcome. My wife asked how they cooked the meal he got the chef over Lorin-Sheff who explained how she prepared and cooked the meal Great service
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We arrived at Rivertrees early in the morning after a long trip from the U.K. we were welcomed with drinks and a cold towel that was very much appreciated. We were shown to our room that were beautiful, at the back of the room was a river and of course the monkeys. They were amazing to watch, playing right in front of us jumping from tree to tree. The resort itself is lovely, the staff are very helpful and polite and willing to stop and have a chat. Overall this is the perfect relaxing start to a Safari.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My husband and I stayed here just one night but found it to be quiet lovely, especially after a long flight from the U.S. Both the room and the bathroom were very nice and spacious. The grounds of the hotel were quite delightful. We spent some time just wandering around and I still don't think we got to see it all. Our room was located near the river walk. We also visited the vegetable garden. Throughout the grounds there are QR codes where you can learn about different plants or the stingless bees. We caught some monkeys jumping around the trees and made friends with the hotel cat. The staff was very accommodating. They not only let us make some changes to the evening menu, they also allowed my husband to buy one of the nice wooden doorstops in the rooms (don't ask why but he just wanted it) for a very reasonable price. This was the perfect stop after a long flight -- it felt very secluded and the hot water/nice bed made for a relaxing evening. Not only would we stay here again, but I wouldn't mind spending a few extra days next time.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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I think Rivertrees achieved the goal of making you feel you are in touch with nature. The grounds are extensive and you can actually do a one Mile loop around the beautifully landscaped grounds and river banks. The food is great, and the service attentive and friendly. They let us eat ala carte when we were full and tired and did not want the full menu. We had pizza!!! It was wood fired and good. Instead of isolating tourists from the community, the resort welcomes local residents to the pool( paid access) and offer a movie night. Our room was massive with a shower and a bath.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:If you are bug phobic, like if a spider in the shower freaks you out, then think again. But well...
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The place is more than just an inn. The property used to be a coffee plantation and there are trees and different kinds of flora and monkeys on the property. Food is outstanding. The rooms are in individual cabins and are spacious and are sprayed with mosquito repellent every evening while you’re at dinner. The bed is enclosed in a mosquito net. There is a stone bathtub and a separate shower. A flashlight is provided in the room for walking from your room to the dining area when it gets dark. It can be a challenge to find your room at night in the maze of cabins. Very friendly and efficient staff. I would definitely go back to this place. A perfect place to start and end your safari. Loved this place!
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Watch out for monkeys…
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Manchester, United Kingdom51 contributions13 helpful votes
The distance from the nearest “cottage” to the restaurant is perhaps 200 metres and the route is level. Staff are wonderful and I am sure would offer every assistance to ensure safety and comfort for those with mobility problems.
There are more places to choose from in the Usa River area.
PRICE RANGE
$196 - $306 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
rivertrees country hotel arusha, arusha country inn
LOCATION
TanzaniaArusha RegionArushaUsa River
NUMBER OF ROOMS
34
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