This is a very special place. A small scale lodge where you get your own little house. They are large, comfortable and clean. Most people generally stay here only one or two nights as a stop over during the Safari. We stayed a whole week. They really give you the feeling you are welcome, almost at home. Reception and bar are open 24/7. Basically, you can get everything you want there. The main attraction for us was the food. The kitchen here is better than any restaurant that I know of in Arusha. The one thing I can still not believe is the price. It is not even half the price of any similar lodge or hotel in the region. Thank you Yann, Joshepha and the entire team for unforgettable stay ❣️

I loved the friendliness of the staff who went above and beyond to ensure that i was comfortable. I loved the cleanliness of the space and the quiteness on most days. Very delicious food, loved the rice and the beans in coconut milk. Really enjoyed it.

Internet was quite a challenge if you wholly dependend on that to do your work. But the host was able to give me mifi to use during my stay there. I wish the menu had more variety especially on proteins, for someone like me who likes beef that was not available on the menu for the time i was there. Its also quite a distance from the main city, so if you would like to shop or go into town you would have to do like a 15 minute by taxi or use public means which would take longer.

We booked Dam Stan Hotel as a couple staying for a full week given preparations for moving to our own house in Arusha (flying back and forth in-between the move). And we could NOT have been happier with this choice. The stay was absolutely wonderful, with owner Yann welcoming guests and the hotel's staff going the extra limit to make us feel at home anytime (huge asante sana for Joy and Jozefa here). We will not be needing a hotel in the future anymore, but we will most definitely be coming back just to enjoy the food, atmosphere, a massage and pedicure, and a chat with our wonderful friends there. Can't wait to see you all back soon!

Absolutely nothing. We highly recommend this place!

The property is very nice with a beautiful tropical garden. Our room was large with all facilities, the bed was also large in particular the cover bed highly appreciated when the nights are chilly. The bed sheets and the towels were of an immaculate white colour. Everything was really clean. The breakfast was very fresh, tasty and complete. We also loved the dinner, which was cooked and prepared like at home. A highlight of this hotel is also the staff. Everybody was very friendly and we appreciated how much the owner listens to his staff suggestions. The owner who also speaks French, organized a city tour for us, we were very grateful for this as we could visit the Cultural Heritage Centre, the Shanga Workshop, the Natural History museum and a local market with a private way.

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This is a very special place. A small scale lodge where you get your own little house. They are large, comfortable and clean. Most people generally stay here only one or two nights as a stop over during the Safari. We stayed a whole week. They really give you the feeling you are welcome, almost at home. Reception and bar are open 24/7. Basically, you can get everything you want there. The main attraction for us was the food. The kitchen here is better than any restaurant that I know of in Arusha. The one thing I can still not believe is the price. It is not even half the price of any similar lodge or hotel in the region. Thank you Yann, Joshepha and the entire team for unforgettable stay ❣️

I stayed here after my Kilimanjaro climb to recuperate. I was so exhausted the staff came and checked on me the next day because I didn't go down for breakfast and wanted to make sure I was OK. Nothing but kind and smiling faces, excellent food, and vey comfortable rooms. The garden in the back was perfect for reading and having a glass of wine. They even did my laundry which was plentiful after a 9 day climb! It's a bit out of the way, but if you just want to relax, this is the place. Jan, the owner, also went above and beyond by taking me to my next stop (it was on his way) so I wouldn't have to get a cab. I highly recommend you stay here!

Our stay in Dan Stam was great. The communication with Yann was excellent since the beginning and the staff did everything to make our stay comfortable. We had a small hiccup with the airport pickup, but it was solved within a short amount of time in the middle of the night! The hotel was reachable and everything got quickly arranged even if it was 2 in the morning. On top of that we had an extra treat from Yann which was highly appreciated and showed how highly he holds the satisfaction of his customoers. Our room was very big and the bed very comfortable and the surrounding garden gave a nice oasis vibe.

The communication with the owner Yann before I arrived was so helpful. He exudes kindness and compassion. I did a last minute booking after my connecting flights were cancelled twice which resulted in spending a surprise day in Rwanda en route from South Africa. I arrived around 5am; no sleep for 72 hours. Yann allowed me to check in so early and at that obscene hour which I was incredibly grateful for. Thank you again, Yann. The place: you’re about a 25 minute drive from town (Arusha), located on a long dirt road. If you’re looking for peace, quiet, and tranquility, you will find it here. It’s a residential area on one side of the road (including Dan Stam), with rolling fields of green on the other as far as you can see of corn, black beans, and other produce. There are a couple schools on the same road. Locals sell their fruit and veg about a 10 minute walk from here: walk down the street toward the main road and make a left where you see a small yellow dwelling with a light blue gate— “Adela’s and Grandchildren Shop.” A bit down this road you will see people selling produce from blankets on the ground. Oh and fyi, there is no working ATM in the area so bring cash but I’d only carry a little with you. I’d also suggest using a crossbody bag. I felt safe here, but it is an impoverished area and foreigners appear to “have money.” So it’s best not to tempt potential thieves to snatch your bag which does happen on occasion. The rooms are spotless, spacious, and with hot showers that don’t run out. They do a beautiful, generous breakfast. The fresh squeezed passion fruit juice was a highlight. The prices for dinner are very reasonable; about the same as in town. You must try the Mtori soup (traditional Tanzanian banana stew). Velvety creamy, rich, and filling. Mmm. And with a side of Mchicha. 😉 Keep in mind friends, if you choose to pay for meals at the hotel with a credit card you will be charged a 5% additional fee.

The only thing I’d suggest is an adding a sheer curtain on the windows so you can keep your privacy but still let the light in during the day.

Wonderful stay near Arusha! The perfect base for safaris and other activties in the surrounding area. Comfortable room and the hotel staff was warm and accomodating. Lots of options, including vegetarian food, in the onsite restaurant.

An excellent stay, only the shower/bathroom some might find to be basic. Outdoor areas at the hotel had a lot of building/construction materials lying around, but this did not affect our stay.

A lovely surprise. Location is a bit odd. Great size room. Food was exceptional from fresh juice to home made ketchup. Staff were very friendly. I would definitely recommend.

They are undergoing a lot of renovations but don't be put off as it made no impact on our stay. The Google maps to the hotel sent us the wrong way but they said they were working on it.