Arusha Coffee Lodge, Lake Awasa

First built in 1927 by an American coffee farmer, the Arusha Coffee Lodge is set in beautifully landscaped gardens, with sweeping views over a working coffee estate and Mount Meru. The Lodge has all of the amenities and luxuries for the discerning traveller. Accommodation includes delightful garden chalets that feature multi-level living areas, with balconies and stunning fireplaces. Although the rooms are not air-conditioned, each does have a ceiling fan. All rooms have a coffee interior theme, with a private coffee grinder and in-room percolator, to help experience the true aroma of the coffee estate. The hotel has two restaurants (both of which offer buffet and a la carte menus), and one bar. There is a swimming pool for guests. The Lodge is conveniently situated near the central shopping and business area of Arusha, with only a short transfer to the domestic airport.