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Olivia Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Mwanza with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Balcony
Property map
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Capripoint Road, Mwanza, Mwanza, 33101
  • Rock Beach Garden
    6 min walk
  • Saanane National Park
    18 min walk
  • Yun Long Chinese Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Mwanza (MWZ)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, Balcony, Garden View

Family Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2024
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2024
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Mwanza

Olivia Guesthouse puts you in the heart of Mwanza, steps from Lake Victoria and within a 10-minute stroll of Rock Beach Garden. Highlights at this guest house include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Added amenities include 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 an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Mwanza guest house, you'll be 1.5 km (1 mi) from Saanane National Park and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Mwanza Port.
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What's nearby

  • Rock Beach Garden - 6 min walk
  • Saanane National Park - 18 min walk
  • Mwanza Port - 3 min drive
  • St. Augustine University of Tanzania - 11 min drive
  • Sukuma Museum / Bujora Cultural Center - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Mwanza (MWZ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swimming Pool Terrace Restaurant, Hotel Tilapia, Mwanza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chanya Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cask Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mambo Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yun Long Chinese Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Olivia Guesthouse

Guesthouse in Mwanza with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Olivia Guesthouse. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Olivia Guesthouse was completed in August 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Mwanza guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Olivia Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks and dining tables. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Olivia Guesthouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (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 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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include window guards
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, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. This property uses a grey water recycling system. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Olivia Guesthouse Mwanza
Olivia Guesthouse Guesthouse
Olivia Guesthouse Guesthouse Mwanza

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Olivia Guesthouse?

Olivia Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Olivia Guesthouse?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olivia Guesthouse on 3 Jan 2025 start from NZ$80.25, 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 Olivia Guesthouse?

Yep, Olivia Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Olivia Guesthouse?

Yep, Olivia Guesthouse is a short 6-minute walk from Rock Beach Garden.

Is Olivia Guesthouse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a charcoal grill, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Olivia Guesthouse is a hit with families.

Does Olivia Guesthouse serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Olivia Guesthouse?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Olivia Guesthouse?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Olivia Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Olivia Guesthouse?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Olivia Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem!
A gem in Mwanza
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Speagle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guest house. Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024