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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Hotel Tilapia in Mwanza offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room features a balcony or terrace with lake, garden, or mountain views. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, Indian, American, Italian, Japanese, pizza, seafood, Thai, and vegetarian cuisines. Guests can also enjoy a bar and a coffee shop. Leisure Facilities: The hotel offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a lush garden, and a terrace. Additional amenities include a business area, hairdresser, and free WiFi. Convenient Location: Located 7.5 mi from Mwanza Airport, the hotel is a 9-minute walk from Mwanza Train Station and 0.6 mi from Saanane Island National Park. Nearby attractions include CCM Kirumba Stadium and Sukuma Museum.
Families in particular like the location – they rated 9.2 for a stay with kids.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jose
Tanzania
“We liked the place so much that we would come back again for working 6 months there together with the nice staff.” - Susan
United States
“Loved being on the lake. The staff at the restaurants and bar was amazing.” - Mary
United States
“Great location, clean and well maintained daily. Professional staff and pay attention to details, go beyond extra mile to satisfy customers. Food is fresh and delicious. My husband and I had a great time at Tilapia, will recommend to others.” - Randy
Canada
“Great location, on the water, nice pool, great food, great staff, great value!” - Randy
Canada
“Right on the water, nice pool, comfortable basic rooms.” - Andre
Netherlands
“Very nice hotel. Located directly at Lake Victoria. Very friendly and helpful employees.” - Anthony
United States
“Great choice of good food! Next to Lake Victoria!” - Lilia
United States
“The hotel is right at the lake. Good views from the rooms and restaurant. Staff is nice and make the stay pleasant. It was easy to communicate through the app.” - Settle
United States
“We loved our quiet the room on the lake but very close to town. The views were really beautiful. We also really enjoyed the mashed potatoes.” - Suddy
Tanzania
“Packed breakfast was good and very helpful for us on the way back to Arusha”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Teppanyaki
- CuisineJapanese
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Terrace Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Thai
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Garden
- CuisineAfrican • American • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Thai
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To make sure you pay the correct price when traveling with children under 6, select a rate that has a child occupancy specified.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Hotel Tilapia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).