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Beautiful private homes in , looked after with respect, with care, and with a promise that you will never be a stranger here.

Book direct in three steps. Pay by card or mobile money.Planning a conference or team event? Plan it with us

Airbnb SuperhostAlmost 300 reviews
8 years of hostingWelcoming guests since 2018
Registered in TanzaniaA proper, licensed local business
Secure paymentLipa Namba, mobile money, banks or card
We reply fastA real person on WhatsApp, any hour

This season, step inside

Homes to fall in love with.

Boma Hill 3BR, Three bedroom executive apartment in Morogoro
Three bedroom executive apartment · Morogoro

Boma Hill 3BR

Three people. Three rooms. Zero compromise.

6 guests 3 bedsFrom TZS 300,000 / night
La Casa De Papel, Two bedroom apartment in Morogoro
Two bedroom apartment · Morogoro

La Casa De Papel

The heart of Morogoro, and a door that closes on all of it.

4 guests 2 bedsFrom TZS 150,000 / night
Lorenzo Luxury 3BR, Three bedroom luxury apartment in Morogoro
Three bedroom luxury apartment · Morogoro

Lorenzo Luxury 3BR

Three people. Three rooms. Nobody draws the short straw.

6 guests 3 bedsFrom TZS 300,000 / night
4Kaz Apartments, One bedroom apartment in Morogoro
One bedroom apartment · Morogoro

4Kaz Apartments

Some places you stay at. Others you settle into.

2 guests 1 bedFrom TZS 100,000 / night
East Africa Hotel, Hotel room with breakfast in Morogoro
Hotel room with breakfast · Morogoro

East Africa Hotel

A proper hotel that still feels personal.

2 guests 1 bedFrom TZS 60,000 / night
Lorenzo Luxury 2BR, Two bedroom luxury apartment in Morogoro
Two bedroom luxury apartment · Morogoro

Lorenzo Luxury 2BR

A considered space, modern in every detail.

4 guests 2 bedsFrom TZS 200,000 / night
Elrad Villa, Three bedroom private villa in Morogoro
Three bedroom private villa · Morogoro

Elrad Villa

Your own gate, your own garden, and nothing shared with anyone.

6 guests 3 bedsFrom TZS 220,000 / night
Boma Hill 2BR, Two bedroom apartment in Morogoro
Two bedroom apartment · Morogoro

Boma Hill 2BR

Some addresses say something before you open the door.

4 guests 2 bedsFrom TZS 180,000 / night
Amore Stone Town, Two bedroom Swahili apartment in Stone Town, Zanzibar
Two bedroom Swahili apartment · Stone Town, Zanzibar

Amore Stone Town

Most apartments in Stone Town look like Zanzibar. Amore feels like it.

4 guests 2 bedsFrom TZS 150,000 / night
Madonna, One bedroom apartment in Morogoro
One bedroom apartment · Morogoro

Madonna

Your own front door, your own kitchen, your own evening.

2 guests 1 bedFrom TZS 70,000 / night

See every stay

Everyone is welcome

However you travel, you belong here.

Space to spread out and a kitchen to gather around.

Quiet corners, rooftops and a private driver for the day.

Fast WiFi, a proper desk and a quiet night.

Rooms, halls, meals and transport, anywhere in Tanzania.

A calm, furnished base for long projects.

Safe, friendly homes for people who come to give.

Secure, discreet and well organised.

Any of our homes, for a month, a season or a year.

Conferences and events

Conferences of any size, anywhere in Tanzania.

We host conferences all over Tanzania. Corporate meetings, NGO workshops, government retreats and trainings, arranged by one team, for a day or for weeks.

Every home is also open for long stays. See long stays

  • Rooms for every delegate
  • Halls and meeting rooms for any size
  • Meals, tea breaks and banquets
  • Airport, station and venue transport
  • One team, one clear price

Family

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
African proverb

In our guests' words

Loved by travellers, again and again.

4.7 on Google50 guest reviews
Almost 300 reviewson Airbnb, Superhost
Guests from
★★★★★
It was the best house I've ever stayed by using Airbnb. I can't believe the price! The room is so clean as my room in Japan. The furniture is perfect.
NNatsukiNiiza, Japan Madonna 1BR · August 2019Spotless
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★★★★★
Michael is a wonderful and friendly host. He answers right away and is more than welcoming. The apt is very clean and safe. A nice surprise was the surrounding area, it is so calm and beautiful. Asante !!
PPatriciaMontreal, Canada Madonna 1BR · January 2019Calm and safe
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★★★★★
The apartment was modern and clean. It has all of the necessary amenities and a lot of bonuses (wifi, smart tv, etc.) and the view and location were great.
CCarlyCleveland, Ohio Madonna 1BR · January 2019Modern and clean
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★★★★★
Had an absolute amazing stay. Michael was always available and quick to resolve any requests. Will definitely be staying with Michael again.
CCjDolphin Coast, South Africa Elrad Msamvu Villa · June 2020Always available
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★★★★★
Loved this apartment! Right in the heart of stonetown, walking distance to everything. Apartment was very very clean. Would recommend!
SShaneNew York, New York Amore Stone Town · August 2026Heart of Stone Town
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★★★★★
Michael's staff at the Inn are very friendly. I truly appreciated the helpfulness. The premises were clean and cozy! Probably the only place you need to be if you are ever in Morogoro.
DDelphinaVictoria, Canada East Africa Hotel · July 2025Warm staff
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★★★★★
This is truly a home away from home. All you need for provision is in the kitchen and other rooms. This is my second stay and I would stay again.
PPamelaHampton, Virginia Madonna 1BR · May 2023Came back twice
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★★★★★
Excellent for the price. An invaluable host willing to solve everything to make the stay perfect. I would definitely come back.
AAndresMontevideo, Uruguay Amore Stone Town · January 2026Solves everything
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★★★★★
Elrad residence is situated in a nice and peaceful area within Morogoro city. It was exactly what I was looking for, a place away from the hussle and bussle of Dar city. Our host Michael was the best! Very responsive, flexible with our demands.
SSamiDar es Salaam, Tanzania Elrad Msamvu Villa · June 2024Peace and quiet
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★★★★★
The property is exactly as described. The photos don't do the place justice. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved it!
GGodfreyNairobi, Kenya East Africa Hotel · February 2025Better than the photos
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★★★★★
Wonderful apartment in a quiet neighborhood. Very spacious and secure on the SUA campus.
BBrandonTucson, Arizona Madonna 1BR · January 2021Quiet and secure
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★★★★★
The place is as the pictures show and much more. the host is always ready to assist whenever you need anything.
SSaidaGeita, Tanzania Elrad Msamvu Villa · December 2021Feels like home
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★★★★★
I really enjoyed the accommodation. Everything is clean, the staff are helpful and very professional. I would recommend it to my friends and I would come back if I were to visit Tanzania.
MMohamedBatsa, Comoros East Africa Hotel · May 2025Professional
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★★★★★
Michael was very quick to respond to any queries we had. He made us feel very much at home in his apartment even without meeting him.
AAlexVancouver, Canada Madonna 1BR · February 2020Quick to respond
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★★★★★
I travelled with my family who enjoyed it while I was away for meetings during the day.
SSarahKilimanjaro Region, Tanzania Madonna 1BR · August 2021Family and business
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Good to know

Questions guests ask us.

How do I book and pay?

Choose your home and dates, see the full price, then pay by card or by Lipa Namba from any mobile money or bank app. Lipa Namba carries no card fee. You are confirmed the moment payment completes. Prefer a person? Message +255 737 397 700 on WhatsApp.

Where are your homes?

In Morogoro (Boma, Msamvu and the town centre) and in Stone Town, Zanzibar. Dar es Salaam, in Sala Sala and Masaki, is next. From Morogoro we arrange trips to Mikumi National Park and the Uluguru Mountains.

Who can stay with Monalisa?

Everyone. Families, couples, business travellers, delegations, scholars, volunteers and long stay residents. Every guest is treated as family.

Do you host conferences and long stays?

Yes to both. We host conferences, trainings and retreats anywhere in Tanzania, from one day to several weeks. Every home is open for long stays of 28 nights or more, and we have long stay houses not listed online.

What is check in like?

Check in is from 2:00 PM and check out by 11:00 AM. Many homes have a smart lock for self check in, and otherwise someone greets you in person. Housekeeping and WiFi are included, and most homes have A/C and a full kitchen.

What is your cancellation policy?

Stays under 28 nights follow our Firm policy: full refund up to 30 days before check in, 50% from 30 to 7 days before, and none inside 7 days. Stays of 28 nights or more follow our Strict Long Term policy. Details are on the cancellation policy page.

Do you arrange tours and transfers?

Yes. Private drivers, airport and ferry transfers, safaris, island and dhow days, yacht and air charters through licensed partners, private chefs, celebrations and wellness at home. We quote clearly before anything is confirmed.

Tell us when. We will take care of the rest.