The 10 best hotels in Tanga Region, Tanzania

Finding an ideal resort in Tanga does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Tanga Beach Resort, a nice option for travelers like you. The rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Tanga Beach Resort features room service. In addition, as a valued Tanga Beach Hotel guest, you can enjoy a pool and free breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Tanga has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like D'Amour Bar and Grill and Sea View Hotel and Restaurant, which are serving up some great dishes. Tanga Beach Resort puts the best of Tanga at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Set in the beautiful Usambara mountains, The Lawns Hotel in Lushoto has the convenience of being in town but perched on the hilltop surrounded by trees and lush gardens gives you that unique mountain feel. Built by German settlers it has that colonial feel with its fireplaces and wood paneling in the main building. Now under new management with many improvements being made.

”Unspoilt and unpretentious…they have successfully protected a small area of spray-bevelled coral rag forest, into which the few bandas have been lovingly secreted” African Naturalists We are a laid back, eco friendly resort on a remote, tropical coast – 50 KM from Tanga. We provide roomy comforts, warm service, tasty wholesome meals, cold drinks and good value. The rooms have been designed to blend in with the unique and beautiful environment around us. They have high, palm thatched roofs, are open at the sides to allow for cool air flow and have been built using local building practises and materials. They give the feeling of being immersed in the coastal forest. Most rooms right on the beach. There are USB points, lights and fans in the rooms, all run on solar power. The coastline is interesting, with caves, rock pools and secluded beaches. Activities include kayaking, diving, snorkelling and dhow trips.

Indian Ocean and Mountain Adventures - TangaMbili offers a unique opportunity to explore two very different parts of northeast Tanzania: Villa Matalai - the beautiful northern Tanzania coastline with its many islands, beaches, mangrove covered bays and coral reefs Camp Mawingu - The unparalleled flora and fauna of the tropical rain forest and tea plantations of the East Usambara Mountains.

Mambo View Point is an Eco Lodge situated near the village Mambo in the Usambara Mountains in Tanzania. Enjoy breathtaking views, individual approach and local cuisine.

Just a few steps away from the beach, Barry's Beach Resort offers accommodation near Sange Village. The resort has an outdoor pool and restaurant. The bungalow-style rooms are made out of local materials. Each room is equipped with a desk, fan and mosquito net. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower. The resort's restaurant and bar overlooks the beach. The resort offers bicycle rental, snorkelling trips and excursions to Saadani National Park, which is about 40 km away. Airport transfers and and other transfers can also be arranged for a surcharge.

At Peponi, we feel that the space and its energy will speak for itself, offering a dazzling experience without much need to look beyond what Nature has generously provided. Accommodation options include eight en-suite bandas ranging in size to accommodate individuals, couples, families and larger groups as well as permanent safari tents and camping. Tents can also be hired at Peponi. Also available and accommodating up to three people is the age-old caravan, which has been updated since serving as the first form of housing at Peponi in the 80's! The kitchen serves up delicious and mouth-watering dishes. Seafood caught by local fishermen at Kigombe, meat and vegetarian dishes for all tastes as well as pizzas and snacks at the beach bar. Grab a seat at the beach bar or stay up top; sit, relax and take in the staggering sites! The dhow-in-residence, 'Pepi' which is captained by Mwashonde, visits the Sand Island daily, an exquisite site emerging only during low tide! Jump off the dhow for some snorkeling within the Marine Park just before reaching the island and enjoying a picnic lunch! Kayaks are available for rent from the camp for those keen to explore the surrounding area. It is also possible to organize fishing trips around the famous fishing area within the Pemba Channel. Snorkeling equipment is also available to hire to visit the coral gardens near shore. Local trips may include visits around the local salt farm, Coelacanth Research Centre, Amboni Caves, Tongoni Ruins, the nearby mangroves as well as Tanga and Pangani. It is also possible to arrange a boat trip down Pangani River. Amani Nature Reserve is a great day trip from the camp. Local boats travel daily to Zanzibar for those keen to make the journey by sea! For an independent adventure, it is also possible to rent bicycles or piki-piki's and design your own route around the area!

The Tides Lodge is situated in the middle of a huge picture post card bay - selected as one of the top 6 secret beaches in the World by the Sunday Times Travel Magazine. With only seven beach cottages and two family houses The Tides Lodge offers intimacy and luxury. The cottages are bright and breezy with large billowing nets decorated in a simple fashion. The high light of any visit to The Tides is the excellent cuisine.

Capricorn Beach Cottages, Deli, Boutique and Cafe is located 30 km south of Tanga, and north of Pangani. Three self-catering cottages set in a garden facing the sea - BBQ facilities available - do it yourself - we prep - or we prep and serve! On site deli/grocery for all your needs: fresh baked baguette, as well as espressos, cappuccinos and lattes served at the Capricorn Garden Cafe. Also in the garden we make delicious Italian-style pizzas in our wood fired oven every afternoon from 1 to 5 pm. And...check out our collection of stylish clothing, swimwear and accessories at Capricorn Casuals Boutique. A hidden gem. Karibu!