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Mc-Ellys Hotel

3.5 star property
Arusha hotel with casino and restaurant

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Lobby
Interior
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Casino
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Cots available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Cots/infant beds available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Minibar

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Wasukuma Street, near Meru Post Office, Arusha

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Arusha Clock Tower - 15 min walk
  • Maasai Market and Curios Crafts - 16 min walk
  • Arusha International Conference Centre - 2 min drive
  • Njiro Complex - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Arusha (ARK) - 20 min drive
  • Kilimanjaro (JRO-Kilimanjaro Intl.) - 78 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Karibu Uzunguni City Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kitamu Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Africafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Arusha Center Inn Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fifi's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Mc-Ellys Hotel

Mc-Ellys Hotel is just 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A casino, a bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Area shuttle within 10 km*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Casino

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Cot/infant bed available

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Also known as

Mc-Ellys Hotel Arusha
Mc-Ellys Hotel
Mc-Ellys Arusha
Mc-Ellys
Mc-Ellys Hotel Hotel
Mc-Ellys Hotel Arusha
Mc-Ellys Hotel Hotel Arusha

Frequently asked questions

Does Mc-Ellys Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mc-Ellys Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mc-Ellys Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mc-Ellys Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Mc-Ellys Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Mc-Ellys Hotel?
Yes, there's a casino.
What is there to do at Mc-Ellys Hotel and nearby?
Mc-Ellys Hotel has a casino.
Are there restaurants at or near Mc-Ellys Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Mc-Ellys Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Mc-Ellys Hotel like?
Mc-Ellys Hotel is in the heart of Arusha, a short 15-minute walk from Arusha Clock Tower and 16 minutes' walk from Maasai Market and Curios Crafts.

Mc-Ellys Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I was just coming off a tour and had an extra night to spend in Arusha. Rather than spend the night in the tour hotel I decided to try Mc-Elly's for about 4x LESS the price. The area in the daytime is a bit chaotic (industrial area) but it's the real Africa not what I saw in the tour hotel. As soon as the sun goes down it was very quiet. Loved sitting out on my balcony. Breakfast was great, lots of variety and the manager of the hotel even greeted me asking me how I found everything. Nice touch! Recommend this hotel.
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly and helpful. They arranged our taxi in the morning and it all went smoothly. The hotel was spotlessly clean, and our room was on the small side, but very comfortable. The beds had mosquito netting, though it hardly seemed necessary. The toilet tank didn’t feel, but there was a water spray available to fill it manually, so it really wasn’t a problem. The restaurant on side was really pleasant. The vegetable curry was outstanding. The chicken rosemary was meager. The prices were very fair. We were able to bring wine from the restaurant to our room after dinner, which was convenient. The area was very congested, and it was challenging for our driver to find it. It felt chaotic and a little dangerous. We did not go out as it was late and we didn’t feel comfortable. All in all, it was fine for an In-and-out, delivered and picked up by taxi stay. Would probably choose something different if I was staying for a few days.
Gail, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All staff are friendly, helpful and accommodating. Hotel is conveniently located and relatively quiet.
12-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

overnight in Arusha
centrally located with easy access to everything right off the main road. food was good and folks working were very friendly
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel in Arusha
Stayed in McEllys for 8 nights in June/July 2015. A very comfortable, spotlessly clean and reasonably priced hotel situated just of Arusha main street. Staff were all excellent and helpful with very good English skills - reception, restaurant, bar, Manager and domestic staff all strived to make the stay smooth and pleasurable. Breakfast good and evening meals menu limited but well cooked, tasty and good value. Fantastic views of Mt Meru from some rooms and the roof. I would highly recommend McEllys as a comfortable and secure base for a visit to Arusha.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ok
Breakfast very average
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4/10 Fair

Overpriced for what it is.
Average Hotel,too overpriced for what it is.Customer service isn't the best- food at restaurant barely edible.
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6/10 Good

Good for Overnight Stay
A convenient hotel for overnight stay to catch the early morning bus to other destinations. Wifi connection in the hotel was good.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

Everything I wished it would be.
I was looking for an overnight stay in town before joining group next day to climb Kili. Hotel clean, well located with good breakfast. Safe. Good value.
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10/10 Exceptional

Impressed with personal service
We stayed in Arusha at McElly's for 2 nights, either side of a safari. Starting from before we checked in, The staff were all very helpful and willing to help. I emailed the hotel on a couple of occasions and I had lovely prompt replies from the manager Sayuko, which was very reassuring.We were only given one towel between two of us (as seems to be quite normal around these parts) and the extra towel asked for was promptly sent up to us. We also left some of our luggage at the hotel for 6 days while we went away on safari. this was no trouble to them at all. Sayuko also got us out of a jam when we wanted to change flight dates, and let us check out an hour or so late. My husband and I were particularly impressed to see him speak to each guest individually, making sure all was well. this was done both in reception, at breakfast and evening meal. The area around the hotel was not particularly wonderful, but that seems to be normal around the big cities. We did not feel particularly comfortable walking out at night and indeed were warned not to do so but get a taxi instead, particularly as it was round New Year's celebrations. We chose to eat in the hotel at nights.Not a problem during the day. All in all a very comfy stay.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ok
Hotel is nice and clean. Breakfast nothing special. Use of computer for internet was ridiculously expensive.
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4/10 Fair

McElly's Hotel
The hotel is in a noisy location, the meals are limited and of inferior quality. Linen is old, towels grey. No place for toiletries in the bathroom. Closet had one hanger. Overpriced for this experience. Would not go back. Internet access is free but the network is slow and intermittent. Hotel number is also incorrect which can be tricky to find if our end up with a taxi driver who speaks no English!
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

a NO!!!
the hotel is in downtown arusha and quite unsavory but seems safe. if youre coming back from back packing its a luxury but thats about all. there is no air conditioning, not sure if the water for hot water worked. if no other place to stay then stay but would not recommend
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Budget hotel, O.K. for 1 night
Stayed for 1 night on 2 occasions. 1st night; no hot water in our room and very slow service in hotel resaurant. 2nd night; hot water but no sink plug or TV control. If eating at hotel, advise ordering meal well in advance and then stipulating time you wish to be served. If using hotel taxi service allow plenty of time as driver may go absent. Hotel manager was very helpful and attentive.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

McElys Arusha Tanzania
Very tierd after long journey friendly and helpful staff comfortable room and good food in restaurant. Would recommend.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Mc-Elly's Hotel in Arusha, Tanzania
I recently spent a night at Mc-Elly's after completing a safari. I was very happy with the hotel, especially for the price. The room was clean, spacious, and had a balcony. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful, and the food in the restaurant was good and reasonably priced. Although the surrounding neighborhood was nothing special, it was less than a 10 minute walk to the central area of Arusha.
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6/10 Good

McElly's Arusha
A comfortable, friendly hotel which is reasonably priced in a sea of ridiculously priced hotels in Arusha.
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8/10 Very good

Busniess place.
If you are in Arusha for Busniess it the place to stay as it is on the Main road in Arusha where all the main busniesses are located so easy to get around. The only problem is that the panels on the baloncy are not as good sound proof as they should be as the Hawhers start to shout from very early in the morning so a bit of distrubuence. Otherwise a clean place to stay.
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6/10 Good

One night in Arusha
Stayed here one night with my friend after a safari in Tanzania. The hotel was good and the woman in the reseption was very helpful.
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8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

もうひとつ。
値段で考えた場合、清潔度などが満足できるレベルではないと思います。 半額以下の４０００円以下なら妥当かと。。。
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

excellent rapport qualité-prix,très confortable
chambre tout confort équipement moderne
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4/10 Fair

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8/10 Very good

Mc-Ellys
Zentrale Lage hat uns ueberzeugt und das Abendessen war frisch und gut gekocht.
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