We moved to Kanaani after a not so nice, rather sleepless night in another guesthouse in town and were more than glad we chose this property! The location and the staff really create an atmosphere of serenity and warmth which is so beneficial, especially when traveling. Although it is located near the town center, it is a great starting point for hikes in the gorgeous surroundings. Any assistance needed is provided - either free of charge or at very reasonable rates. The rooms with terrace are impeccable, hot water showers not only advertised but actually working!!! Food also a plus as offered as a buffet - huge variety of healthy dishes! In short, this guest house rightfully tops the Lushoto list of hotels! The three of us all hope to be able to return one day..

The resthouse is just a 10 min walk from the center, up the hill, so you are close enough for a quick visit to the town - but already far enough to enjoy the quietness - and the great view towards the opposite mountain range. The place has a very warm feel and genuine friendliness. Here we were neither "forgotten", nor talked into trips..or anything else. Staff and management are real lovely people ready to assist in any way. Rooms very spacious, bathroom big too, all with terraces - everything in perfect condition. Food choice great and nutritious. All done with a lot of care and attention. We have already been to other places in Lushoto...but Kanaani is definitely going to be our only choice in the future. We will be back for a language course if all goes well!

We have been traveling through TZ and stopped at this little nice rest house. Great food and accommodation for little money.

We were recommended this hotel and booked 1month before. We arrived by bus in Lushoto coming from DAR. We asked for the way and interestingly a number of people had excuses why they could not bring us in our Lodge. Later we realized that there are paid tour-guides who only sent visitors to their hotels. We called the reception and someone came to pick us up.

During our 3 days stay there were many people joining for lunch/dinner from other hotels as their food wasn't that delicious. We were glad we have not been enticed away to other accommodation at the beginning :).