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Kili Villa

Dolly Estate, Kili Golf B32, Usa River, Arusha 06590 Tanzania
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#1 of 2 villas in Usa River
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Kili Villa is located on a private wildlife estate and offers a relaxing start or end to a safari in Tanzania. Kili Villa is perfect for short or long stay and can be taken on exclusive basis if traveling with friends and family. Located just outside Arusha, which is the gateway to some of Tanzania’s best national parks; Kili Villas also boast access to Tanzania’s only championship golf course. Each villa has four en suite bedrooms, open fireplaces, complimentary Wi-Fi and private chefs to produce everything from delicious breakfasts to refreshing lunches, afternoon teas and sundowner cocktails to be enjoyed around the swimming pool. Dinners on the veranda are delightful using only the freshest of produce.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Golf course
Hiking
Kids stay free
Airport transportation
Wifi
Private pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Horseback riding
Tennis court
Canoeing offsite
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Massage
BBQ facilities
Concierge
Mosquito net
Outdoor fireplace
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
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Additional bathroom
Desk
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Interconnected rooms available
Kitchenette
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
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Private balcony
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Tile / marble floor
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Languages Spoken
English, Swahili
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Quest214447 wrote a review 4 Mar
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Disappointed to say the least, as I expected better from the comments read here. I'll start with saying that the food and the service were good. The room and the cleanliness was a different story. The shower was dirty and the the faucet was broken. The water was drip drip and coldish. The towels felt like sand paper. Also bugs were very welcomed. I know its Africa but I don't want lizards and bugs in my shower. It was hot in February and the standing fan provided in the room was USELESS. You can hug it and feel nothing. The extra room in the woods had no light to get to (as we arrived in the dark) and the spiral stairwell to it was interesting with luggage.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Response from willem kuipers, Eigenaar at Kili Villa
Responded 1 week ago
I appreciate your feedback, and I'm sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues and maintenance issues you encountered. Your comments are valuable, and we'll address these issues promptly to ensure a better stay for our future guests. We understand your concerns and will work towards improving the overall quality of our accommodations. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
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Stephen G wrote a review Jul 2022
Missouri4 contributions2 helpful votes
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Perfect place to spend the first night after 36 hours of travel from the US before starting our safari. They staff was very attentive, the villa beautiful, and the food was the best we had on our entire trip (and that is saying something).
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Response from willem kuipers, Eigenaar at Kili Villa
Responded 24 Sept 2022
Stephen. Thank you so much. Hope you had a good trip home , we enjoyed having you.
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Sindhu M wrote a review Jan 2024
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We booked the villa as our luxury retreat after intense safari game drives for a week. The villa is very tastefully finished and has a lot of room to relax and the service is excellent!! However, as someone who have travelled quite a bit to luxury stays this one barely makes it as luxury. Be prepared for no air conditioning and pool is very small. Wine lists and menus are limited too. Service makes up for most of this, staff is very understanding and have gone above and beyond to make our stay hassle free!
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 1 Feb 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tastefully finished villa and experienced excellent service during your stay. Your kind words about our dedicated staff are truly appreciated. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding the absence of air conditioning, the size of the pool, and limited wine lists and menus. We value your insights, and rest assured, we'll consider them for future improvements. We're thrilled that our service made a positive impact and that our team went above and beyond to ensure a hassle-free stay. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we hope to welcome you back, offering an even more refined experience in the future. Thank you for choosing our villa as your retreat.
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Salim S wrote a review Oct 2023
Casablanca, Morocco87 contributions31 helpful votes
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Amazing place where we started our safari trip and stayed two nights. Room is spacious and well equipped. Mosquitoes net provided. The chef's cuisine is very tasty served by an amazing staff. Very relax and chilling place. Highly recommend this hidden gem.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from willem kuipers, Owner at Kili Villa
Responded 3 Dec 2023
We're thrilled to learn that your safari adventure found its start in our midst. Your appreciation for our spacious, well-equipped rooms, delectable cuisine, and the tranquil ambiance warms our hearts. Our team takes pride in creating a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Thank you for recommending our hidden gem – we look forward to hosting you again!
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Francisca D wrote a review Sept 2023
Cranbrook, United Kingdom5 contributions1 helpful vote
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We stayed at KiliVilla twice, once en route from Kenya to Rhotia Valley Lodge, their sister property, and a second, extended, visit after Safari, en route to Zanzibar. Arusha is a perfect location from which to explore the best Tanzania has to offer. Both locations are absolutely beautiful, and the staff at both attentive and accommodating. Everyone was very kind to us and all our needs patiently met. We felt particularly at home in KiliVilla. The rooms were immaculate and so welcome after we had been on a long road trip from Diani. Stefano's cooking was wonderful and it was a very special experience to enjoy supper by candlelight on the terrace, watching the dik diks scamper on the lawn and listening to the sounds of Africa. We all loved it. In particular I want to commend and thank our Travel Agent Ivy Melchior for all the help she gave us before and during our holiday. She answered our many queries promptly and efficiently and ensured all of our transitions went smoothly! She was so key to our having a wonderful holiday. All in all we fell in love with Tanzania and I truly believe we will visit again, especially KiliVilla which we pretended was our own home for the few days we were there! An authentic African experience.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Responded 10 Sept 2023
Francisca. Our staff enjoyed your stay as much as you did. Thank you for staying in both our properties and we hope to see you back.
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Veerle P wrote a review Sept 2023
Belgium3 contributions2 helpful votes
Staying in Kila Villa - includes people who make your stay really comfortable. The woman who welcomed us was Scola (i hope i write your name correct). A very enrhousiastic young woman who brought for me the African culture a little bit closer. We had great talks, she walked us to a place to see the sunset, … human, spontanious, friendly and very professional. Thank you Scola. You made this place & stay very warm & comfortable.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from willem kuipers, Owner at Kili Villa
Responded 10 Sept 2023
Good morning. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Scola just joined us a year ago and is doing very well. Thank you for your feed back and we hope to see you again in the future.
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Gina Schofield wrote a review Feb 2023
Ottawa, Canada36 contributions9 helpful votes
We stayed here this past January for 2 nights to relax after a very long set of flights before we went on Safari. This property is intimate and a wonderful place to relax. It was clean and well maintained complete with a pool and a nightly campfire. This villa also felt authentic and you didn't feel like you were in a typical resort. The staff were incredible. Elly was a very friendly and gracious host and was ready to share history and culture about Arusha. Mary was also very friendly and always tended to what we needed. The food at Kili Villa was delicious and felt like true home cooking! We were very happy to have been able to have this experience at Kili Villa and would recommend this to anybody needing to relax after a long flight or after a safari!
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Responded 6 Aug 2023
Thank you for staying with us gina. Glad you liked it.
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Heather wrote a review Sept 2022
Montgomery, Alabama16 contributions4 helpful votes
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This Villa is the most extraordinary place to stay. There are 4 amazing homes available. We stayed at the tempo mtoni home. In this home there are four exquisite bedrooms (each with their own private bath and porch/ balcony). The bedrooms are large and very comfortable. The home is beautifully decorated and there are multiple seating areas. We walked and relaxed all day. Truly beautiful. Our private chef prepared delicious food for each meal. The staff provided for all of our needs. This was incredible. We ended our evenings by the outside fire with a delicious glass of wine. Perfect way to end our trip to Tanzania. Words cannot explain how much I enjoyed my stay. If you want to relax this is the place for you. I will definitely return and would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from willem kuipers, Eigenaar at Kili Villa
Responded 7 Sept 2022
Hello Darby It was wondefull to have you with us and we are very happy you enjoyed it.
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Ifulong Cultural tourism enterprise wrote a review Jun 2022
Arusha, Tanzania9 contributions
good place for outing and meet friends ambience climate , very natural selection to choose , nice pool and good overall cleanness. feel like out of stress and sometimes feel relaxed and stress free zone.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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299inez wrote a review May 2022
Eindhoven, The Netherlands12 contributions4 helpful votes
Kili Villa was awesome from before the trip started all the way through our stay... Speaking with the owner (Willem) before the trip to arrange a birthday surprise for one in the group, Willem and his Villa manager Stephano were exceptionally helpful and accommodating... Our waitress Jenifer ensured we hadthe most amazing first two nights in Tanzania on our way through the safari areas towards the Serengeti... The rooms were spacious, clean and very comfortable, especially the bed that was by far the best during the whole trip... Breakfasts on the veranda were a great way to start each day with the family and our last evening meal and Birthday cake surprise was truly awesome... We felt like guests in the house of good friends... Thank you Kili Villa, Willem, Stephano and Jennifer for a great start to our Safari Holiday...
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Responded 22 May 2022
Hello inez We are very proud of our staff that made sure you had a great start of your safari. Thank you for your compliments.
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PRICE RANGE
HK$845 - HK$2,252 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Kili Villa - Kilimanjaro Luxury Retreats
LOCATION
TanzaniaArusha RegionArushaUsa River
NUMBER OF ROOMS
19
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kili Villa
Which popular attractions are close to Kili Villa?
Nearby attractions include Kiota The Nest (6.8 km), Project Mainland By Mariam Mfaume (7.4 km), and Zanzibar Explorer (6.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Kili Villa?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Kili Villa?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, an additional bathroom, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Kili Villa?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Kili Villa?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kili Villa?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rivertrees Restaurant, The Peaks Lounge, and WOW Café.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Kili Villa?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Kili Villa have airport transportation?
Yes, Kili Villa offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Kili Villa offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and conference facilities during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Kili Villa?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Swahili.
Is Kili Villa accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.