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Lucia H
Vilshofen, Germany

one of the best places in my 3 weeks

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 28 Sept 2016via mobile
I travelled through northern Tanzania for three weeks and stayed here for three nights, everything was perfect! Best breakfast, lovely dinner and afternoon coffee/tea with snacks and you can choose from many things and enjoy how much you want- oh my god i miss it :) When staying around Usambaras again, I will definitely come back to this place. Spotless clean room, Sabine and her team are great hosts! The area can be easily explored on your own. Room was so cozy for me.
Date of stay: September 2016
Trip type: Travelled solo
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rafiki-tz, Inhaber at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this review
Responded 28 Oct 2016
Dear Lucia,
I am happy to hear, that you enjoyed staying wirh us. Thanks much for your praising words about our services. We just want to make everybody feel at home, as much as possible. If you are happy, we are happy! Welcome again another time!
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        Reviewed 2 May 2016

        Kanaani is caring, friendly, clean, safe and comfortable. It is not luxurious but more than adequate for what I need and is great value for money. You can also take Swahili lessons there as well. The food is a winner and served buffet style. You will not be disappointed. Ring the taxi driver Gideon on +255 65 551 2939 and he will meet you at the bus station and take you to Kanaani.

        Date of stay: April 2016
        • Trip type: Travelled on business
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        Thank juliancK7327UI
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        rafiki-tz, Inhaber at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this reviewResponded 28 October 2016

        Thank much Julian, for your kind words, we are always happy to have you with us- much welcome again!

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        Reviewed 26 March 2016 via mobile

        This place is suitable for anyone who are looking for cheap and clean room.

        Nice breakfast and kind staff.
        hot water for shower is prepared in specific time.

        But the location is a little bit difficult to find. However you can find it in Google map.

        Date of stay: March 2016
        Trip type: Travelled with friends
        Thank Explore804604
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        rafiki-tz, Manager at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this reviewResponded 3 April 2016

        Thank you for you review - we appreciated having you with us.

        And yes, Kanaani Resthouse is located in the part of town called “Kialilo” which is fairly above downtown level and a bit apart from the busy and noisy city center. The location of our hotel rewards with a magnificent view of the mountains and a part of village life.

        Having arrived by bus you want to take a taxi for heading there. Taxis are waiting for you directly at the bus stand and you get them for little money – we will give you the current rates if you ask in advance. The taxi ride takes less than ten minutes. If you want to walk downtown afoot you will need about 20 minutes.

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        Reviewed 30 April 2015

        We enjoyed our days at the Kanaani Resthouse a lot! The view is wondeful and the nice atmosphere makes you feel very comfortable. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and big and I want to recommend the fresh food! :) Everyday they prepare excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner. You won´t miss anything.

        Date of stay: April 2015
        • Trip type: Travelled with family
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        Thank Leonie T
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        rafiki-tz, Manager at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2016

        Hi Leonie, many thanks for your rating. Yes, our food couldn't be fresher, thanks to Lushoto market each Thursday and Sunday and thanks to our Mama Charle who is known as the most skillful price negotiator.

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        Reviewed 23 April 2015

        Not my first time at Kanaani - and hopefullly not my last! This is a professionally run guesthouse which clearly cares about its guests. Clean and comfortable without being over-indulgent, great buffet-style food, friendly and caring staff and management, and the company of like-minded travellers - I wanted for nothing at Kanaani. Cost is about $22 per day, single room, and includes accommodation, breakfast and dinner. Wonderful value for money. Asante sana Sabine na wtu wa kazi.

        Date of stay: April 2015
        • Trip type: Travelled solo
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        Thank juliancK7327UI
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        rafiki-tz, Manager at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2016

        Hey Julian, thank you for your recommendation. This is really what we thrive for: best value for money within our hotel reference group.

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        Reviewed 13 April 2015

        Sabine is a great lady, helpful, unpretentious, sincere, staff freindly, food nutritous,taste, the guide Simon great, the location tranquil, just what i needed. Room spacious & clean. Recommend highly
        S. Pepke

        Date of stay: February 2015
        • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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        rafiki-tz, Manager at Kanaani Resthouse, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2016

        Thank you for your rating! We work hard to keeping this service level as you experienced it.

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