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Lawns Hotel

3.0 star property
Colonial guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Executive Double Room | Garden view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
The current price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Chake Chake, Lushoto
  • Irente Viewpoint
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Amani Nature Reserve
    ‪178 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Travel cot
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Travel cot
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Travel cot
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Travel cot
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Lushoto

At Lawns Hotel, you'll be 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Irente Viewpoint. Highlights at this Colonial guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to bike hire and a playground. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Irente Viewpoint - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪mamma mia - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sun Hotel - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Lawns Hotel

Colonial guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at Lawns Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Lushoto guest house.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lawns Hotel offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, Greek, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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 credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 Visa, Mastercard, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lawns Hotel Lushoto
Lawns Lushoto
Lawns Hotel Lushoto
Lawns Hotel Guesthouse
Lawns Hotel Guesthouse Lushoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lawns Hotel?

Lawns Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lawns Hotel?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lawns Hotel on 1 Mar 2025 start from NZ$69.67, 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 Lawns Hotel?

Yep, Lawns Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Lawns Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Lawns Hotel have a pool?

Lawns Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Lawns Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lawns Hotel?

No, Lawns Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lawns Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lawns Hotel?

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

Lawns Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Lawns Hotel! Situated walkable to all you need in Lushoto and close by all the trails we wanted to trek up! The pool area is adorable and we truly felt like we were part of the jungle. Would recommend! They also have a refillablle water bottle station (with clean water!) which is sooo much better than the constant water bottles you have to throw away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we came across. Everything is just great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Wonderful stay - clean rooms, nice food and shared areas including bar, terrace and garden with beautiful plants and flowers. Friendly and helpful staff. Traffic noise due to location but still a peaceful, relaxed feel. WiFi iffy but this has been the same in a few places. Would definitely stay again - a real haven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice accommodation
Nice area , friendly staff, no water presion, breakfast and food was good , but the last day when we lieve they wehere match to late , so we dident had breakfast before ouer 8 houer trip .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Staff And View
The hotel has a great view and very friendly staff. There is tour company office on/near the grounds where you can book tours of the nearby area. The hotel will help you out to book them in advance of check-in. The restaurant serves delicious food, and the rooms are spacious. Lushoto can be chilly, especially at night. The only negative we encountered was low water pressure in the shower, and controlling the shower temperature was difficult. This seems to be common in hotels in rural Tanzania.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint, cool hotel
This hotel is set amid a lush garden at about 4,000 feet elevation. The cool weather is welcome relief from the warmer, more humid weather along the coast. The room was large, the staff were friendly, and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bartley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique Hotel with Colonial Era Charm
The Lawns is a delighful and charming place to spend a few days. My family and I all enjoyed our stay very much. The staff, the management and the food were all great. The rooms are simple and relatively spartan, but comfortable and great value for money. We'd be only too happy to go back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored old pub and hotel from colonial times. Great staff and food. Fully stocked bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Nicholas, London

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Early cooked breakfast even at 5.30am on three mornings. Pleasant and spacious rooms. Very helpful staff. The only location, where it was possible to find effective WIFI was in reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin, Dar es Salaam

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at Lawns for a long weekend of celebrations and were warmly welcomed. The rooms are very comfortable, with a large shower. There's a large TV with satellite channels in the common area, a library, a games room, and a large balcony overlooking a small valley. Kids are not forgotten as there is a playground for them in the garden. Overall, I was impressed with Lawns, and I'd gladly stay there during future trips to Lushoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Reading, UK

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying at the Lawns Hotel. The first time was booked as part of an organised tour but I liked it so much than when I came back to Tanzania I decided to go via Lushoto and stay at the Lawns Hotel. The staff, especially Deborah and the barman (sorry, I've forgotten his name!), are fabulous; the food is incredible (I'd definitely recommend staying around for dinner); the view is beautiful and it's in such a lovely and peaceful location. The facilities are great as well, it's really nice having a few different areas to chill out like the bar, the terrace, the lounge and the games room. As far as the rooms go, the bungalows are smaller than the standard rooms and the furniture and fireplaces in the standard rooms are beautiful and really cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Lawns Hotel is the perfect place to stay in Lushoto! It's 5 minutes from the main section of town, but feels private and has a stunning mountain view. The staff are lovely and attentive, the food's great, the rooms are attractive and clean and the main lodge/bar/patio area is a comfortable and welcoming space. I even extended my stay, enjoying the accommodation and the beauty of the area immensely. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft war sehr sauber und die Mitarbeiter sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Allerdings gab es keine Moskitonetze, die aber definitiv nötig wären. Unser eigens mitgebrachtes Netz wurde jeden Tag von der Decke gerissen. Das war nicht in Ordnung, daher für Ausstattung und Personal leider etwas Abzug.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren im Dez 2020 da. Das erste Zimmer war bescheiden, aber wir konnten in ein wunderbares Bungalo wechseln wo wir uns sehr wohl fühlten. Aufmerksames freundliches Personal, gute Verpflegung, herrlich grüne Umgebung mit vielen Blumen und Kameleone. Ort zum Verweilen und doch stadtnah.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
La ubicación muy buena, se puede caminar hasta el pueblo en un momento. La habitación tiene lo básico un poco deteriorado. El desayuna muy bueno, variado y abundante. El personal muy amable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Armin, Nürnberg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aufenthaltsbereich (Kicker, Bibliothek, Spiele, WiFi uam.), Bar mit Kamin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

JIIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfect place for family trip
As many guests already mentioned, Lawns hotel was a great place to visit. We spent three days including new year's day and made many unforgettable memories there. It is a good base to explore surrounding areas. We went to Mambo view on our second day and Irente View on third day by car. Mambo view is great but 4 hours of driving (round trip) was a bit too much for us with two children. Irente view point was good enough for us, but we are happy to experience both. Nice dinner on your choice (25000 Tsh for adult and 15000 Tsh for child) and delicious breakfast included. We highly recommend this place for parents with young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hossein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Måste upplevas för att förstå!
en fantastisk plats,som ligger nära stadens centrum med en utsikt utan dess like, väl värr ett besök!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018