Backyard Hostel

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.1

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Backyard Hostel in Moshi offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, enjoy the garden, and dine at the restaurant serving African cuisine. The bar provides a cosy atmosphere for evening drinks. Convenient Services: The hostel offers private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Additional amenities include yoga classes, film nights, and cycling. Local Attractions: Located 40 km from Kilimanjaro International Airport and 2.4 km from Moshi Railway Station, the hostel is near attractions such as Kilimanjaro National Park and Mount Meru.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

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2 single beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Aleksandra
Germany Germany
“Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The common area was very comfortable with sofas and very good vibe, they offer cold beer, home cooked dinners and good coffee. There was also a tap with filtrated water which was super useful so we didn't...”
Olivia
Australia Australia
“Great atmosphere, amazing food, staff were lovely and incredibly helpful. Such a lovely stay.”
Cristina
United States United States
“The decord was beautiful, the staff was friendly, the place was clean, the bed was comfortable, the breakfast was good. Easy walk to the center of town. Some groceries and stores near the place.”
Theresa
Germany Germany
“This hostel has such a great atmosphere. There are plants and trees everywhere, which makes it a wonderful place to relax. At the same time, it’s very close to everything and the people are super friendly.”
Anna-lena
Germany Germany
“It’s very beautiful and clean, staff is nice and the breakfast is amazing. Very good coffee as well.”
Schnell
Germany Germany
“Simple but nice hostel with a beautiful outdoor area. Nothing fancy but good value for money.”
Selina
Switzerland Switzerland
“Absolutely lovely hostel with the most chill and friendly vibe, amaaazing food, we never ate out! We were also super happy with the activities we booked through them. Can only recommend!”
Matilda
Tanzania Tanzania
“The excellent location the foods and the vibes makes everything amazing, we are going to come back 🥰”
Nicolas
Australia Australia
“The property was exactly as stated and what you would expect.. Being my first time in Africa this was perfectly fine. Clean, bed was comfortable breakfast was fantastic Highly recommend this place.”
Hannah
Germany Germany
“Cozy hostel with beautiful rooms and a nice chill out area. Everyone was wonderful during our stay! Huge recommendation for the food!”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Backyard Swahili Cuisine
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 07:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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