Kaliwa Lodge

We absolutely loved our stay at this charming lodge in Machame! Nestled right at the base of Kilimanjaro, it offers jaw-dropping views — we had a room with a balcony and woke up to a sunrise over the mountain. On a clear day, you could sit on the terrace all day just soaking it in. Truly unforgettable. The lodge is peaceful, beautifully maintained, and full of character. The food? AMAZING. You can tell the team takes so much pride in what they do — from the warm hospitality to the flavorful meals, everything felt special. The staff went above and beyond and made our short stay feel incredibly memorable. Whether you’re heading up the mountain, coming down, or just here (like me) to admire it from below, this place is a must. Can’t recommend it enough!

Beautiful place with an amazing view on the Kilimanjaro. Best vacation ever for us and our teens. A perfect mark for Bianca and her lovely team, everything was perfect! The facilities are top notch and the food from breakfast to diner delicious..and the bar for a drink in the evening is also a must.

This gem of a hotel is situated in a hidden position in the rain forest. Our room had a most beautiful view to Kilimanjaro (others may not, but there is a beautiful deck which is used for breakfast which has a unique view into the rain forest and to Kili) Food was one of the best we had in Tanzania. As we arrived very late (3 am) and had only two nights we did not meet many employees, but I would like to mention N'kemi who served us the BEST BREAKFAST in Tanzania, and also Laurence who was very friendly and helpful and who speaks German pretty well! We wish all the best to you and everybody in Kaliwa Lodge.

Beautiful but not a comfortable sleep! Lovely space and great staff. The room had no ventilation, the bed was extremely hard, not enough hooks in the bathroom to put wet towels, storage space in the shower to put the shampoo and body wash, and not enough counter space for toiletries. The breakfast was excellent and the coffee was delicious.

We had an unforgettable stay at Kaliwa Lodge! The service was top-notch, the food was fantastic, and the stunning view of Kilimanjaro made it the perfect spot to enjoy a beverage and take in the scenery. Despite our last-minute request, they organized a walking tour for the next morning with our wonderful guide, Elizabeth. We learned about the Chaaga people, visited private coffee and banana plantations, and explored the Weru Weru river. Our highlight was visiting Joanne, who walked us through the coffee-making process and served an amazing meal—her banana soup is the best! We can’t wait to return! Asante Sana!

Amazing view from the deck, great service and rooms have everything you need