About us
An oasis within Arusha set out on 18 acres of beautiful landscaped coffee & tea plantations, tranquility with spectacular views of Mount Meru. Gran Melia Arusha has a natural river running through the property, with several natural springs. Staying in line with the company’s pledge to ban all single use plastic, all the water at the hotel will be bottled in-house to utilize in our guest’s rooms and the Conference Centre. An herb & vegetable garden hidden between the plantations, will supply our specialty restaurant with fresh and in season produce on a daily basis. Pamper yourself in our beautiful Spa and relax at our heated outdoor pool where you will feel totally rejuvenated and ready for your once in a lifetime Safari experience
Venue Details
ChainMelia Hotels International
BrandMelia Hotels & Resorts
Built2019
Renovated-
Total meeting space17,900 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms171
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Forbes Travel Guide
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2022
TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE - PRESIDENTIAL - 2022
TANZANIA LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2023
TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2023
TANZANIA LEADING HOTEL SUITE - PRESIDENTIAL - 2023
TANZANIA LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2024
TANZANIA LEADING HOTEL SUITE - PRESIDENTIAL - 2024
TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2024
BEST LUXURY URBAN RESORT - AFRICA - 2023
BEST LUXURY URBAN RESORT - AFRICA - 2024
THE GRILL RESTAURANT - 2024
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- Business center
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Taxi
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
17,900 sq. ft.
Largest room
10.8 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
10.8 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
23,800 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
17,900 sq. ft.
Largest room
10.8 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
10.8 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
23,800 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Baobab Ballroom | | 10.8 sq. ft. 201.3 x 96.9 sq. ft. | 15.7 ft. | 800 | - | 350 | 800 | 650 | 430 | - | - |
Mopane | 10.8 sq. ft. 28.7 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 15.7 ft. | 40 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 40 | 30 | - |
Acacia | 10.8 sq. ft. 36.7 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 40 | 20 | 25 | 35 | 40 | 40 | 30 | - |
Quiver | 10.8 sq. ft. 36.7 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 50 | 30 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 35 | - |
Mpingo | 10.8 sq. ft. 28.7 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 50 | 30 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 50 | 35 | - |
Kigelia ( Boardroom ) | 10.8 sq. ft. 28.7 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 22 | - | - | - | - | - | 22 | - |
Baobab One | 10.8 sq. ft. 67.1 x 31.8 sq. ft. | 15.7 ft. | 250 | - | 100 | 250 | 200 | 130 | - | 100 |
Baobab Two | 10.8 sq. ft. 67.1 x 33.4 sq. ft. | 15.7 ft. | 250 | - | 100 | 250 | 200 | 130 | - | 100 |
Baobab Three | 10.8 sq. ft. 67.1 x 31.8 sq. ft. | 15.7 ft. | 250 | - | 100 | 250 | 200 | 130 | - | 100 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
171
Total guest rooms
171
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
47.8 mi
Distance from airport 47.8 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Local Attractions
NGORONGORO CRATER CONSERVATION AREA
Park
157 kms
It is in northern Tanzania, home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and “big 5” game drive (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino).
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=
Arusha, TZ
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CULTURAL HERITAGE
Shopping
6 kms
Is the first of its kind in Africa dedicated towards exploring the rich treasures derived from African culture. They have curiosity shops, a jewelry boutique, a tanzanite and precious stone counter, a restaurant, bargain centre and outstanding commercial art gallery.
Cultural Heritage Arusha, Tanzania
Arusha, TZ
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ARUSHA VILLAGE EXPERIENCE
Historical landmark
Head out into the coffee country from Arusha for a guided walking tour through the village of Tengeru. Mingle with the villagers at work in the fields, sample Tanzanian culinary specialties at a family’s home and, try your hand at roasting and grinding your own coffee.
Arusha, TZ
House of Gems
Recreation
1 km
Come and see these spectacular gemstones in their rough form, gain a perspective on the difficulties faced by small scale miners extracting them and, learn the intricacies on fashioning these rough beauties into spectacular facetted jewels ready to be set in jewelry.
Address 45A River Road/Mtoni Road
Arusha, TZ
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Facility Restrictions
No pets allowed
Gran Melia Arusha Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Gran Melia Arusha regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Gran Melia Arusha's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://www.meliahotelsinternational.com/en/ourCompany/Documents/Hist%C3%B3ricoInforme/2020%20Integrated%20Annual%20Report_en.pdf
Does Gran Melia Arusha have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Digitalization of waste measurement through a pilot project with the company WDNA Definition of a roadmap based on data from operational risk audits Identify key needs in hotels to improve the management of solid urban and hazardous waste
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Gran Melia Arusha and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Gran Melia Arusha's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.meliahotelsinternational.com/en/ourCompany/Documents/Hist%C3%B3ricoInforme/2020%20Integrated%20Annual%20Report_en.pdf
Health and Safety
Were practices at Gran Melia Arusha developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, OMS; state, federal and local recommendations and rules taylor made options by hotel; APPCC
Does Gran Melia Arusha clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Please see Stay Safe with Melia Program details - https://www.melia.com/covid-19/covid_en.html
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
not applicable
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
csr@melia.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, The main lines defined by Meliá: Reduce use/dependency through elimination Search for alternatives to plastic Substitution of certain components for another reusable, recyclable, compostable Modification of processes, operation and product design
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, See full cleaning measures for Stay Safe with Melia Program - https://www.melia.com/covid-19/covid_en.html
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://www.meliahotelsinternational.com/en/ourCompany/Documents/Hist%C3%B3ricoInforme/2020%20Integrated%20Annual%20Report_en.pdf
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.meliahotelsinternational.com/en/ourCompany/Documents/Hist%C3%B3ricoInforme/2020%20Integrated%20Annual%20Report_en.pdf
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
csr@melia.com
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