The African TulipvsMount Meru Game Lodge
Both The African Tulip and Mount Meru Game Lodge & Sanctuary are rated very highly by experts. On balance, The African Tulip scores significantly higher than Mount Meru Game Lodge & Sanctuary. The African Tulip comes in at #1 in Arusha with endorsements from 2 sources including Fodor's, Lonely Planet.
The African Tulip
 Lonely Planet
 Fodor's
44/1 Serengeti Road, Arusha POB 50, Tanzania
From $160/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 
Top choice
 "Marketing itself as a luxury boutique hotel, the deservedly popular African Tulip inhabits a quiet green side street and successfully combines an African safari theme with a genteel ambience." Full review
 "If you are in need of a short stay with some modern hotel amenities before heading off for a safari, the safari-themed Tulip is a good option outside the bustle of Arusha." Full review
Mount Meru Game Lodge
 Lonely Planet
Arusha-Moshi Road, Usa River, Arusha 13672, Tanzania
From $132/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 
Top choice
 "East of Arusha in Usa River and bordering a private wildlife sanctuary that has zebras, ostriches and colobus monkeys, Mt Meru Game Lodge is wonderful place to stay." Full review