Welcome to Marangu Hotel
This beautifully situated hotel, on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, stands in twelve
acres of mature, well laid out gardens. It has a fine variety of exotic trees and flowering
shrubs. From the gardens there are magnificent views to be had of Kilimanjaro, with its
larger peaks of ice-capped Kibo and rocky Mawenzi. The hotel takes its name from the
surrounding area. "Marangu" means "full of water" in the local
Chagga language, and the lush green surroundings demonstrate
the truth of this.
Guest accommodation is provided in cottages around the grounds. The cottages
are of varied style, and each has its own character. Several cottages have integral central
sitting rooms, which are popular with small groups travelling together. All rooms have
private bathrooms with bath or shower. For recreation, the hotel has a swimming
pool and croquet lawn, or guests may simply relax in the comfortable bar and
lounges. There are also pretty walks to be had locally through the
surrounding banana and coffee farms, and along the river that
borders the hotel on one side. The hotel is renowned for its well-prepared
menu, using vegetables from its own gardens and home baked bread.
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