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About the Hotel

Capripoint, Mwanza, Tanzania
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Close to Saanane Island National Park
Great
8.3
/10
4.4
4.2
/5

Situated nearly 15 minutes' walk from Bismarck Rock Lake, the 3-star Hotel Tilapia Mwanza features Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking on site. Offering a perfect location a short way from Lake Victoria, this Mwanza hotel features 3 restaurants on site.

Location

Located merely 1.1 km from Saanane Island National Park, the hotel is also within a few blocks of Mwanza railway station. You'll be just 50 metres from Lake Victoria.

Posta bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is a stone's throw from the Tilapia Mwanza.

Rooms

Furnished with a writing desk, some of the 40 rooms feature ironing equipment and an air conditioner along with free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can also use a walk-in shower and a sink, along with such amenities as a dryer and towels.

Eat & Drink

The onsite Teppanyaki restaurant serves Japanese specials, and at the same time, Thai classics are available in Terrace restaurant.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at Hotel Tilapia include beach towels. A wellness area will surely add to a perfect stay. Finally, the property houses a business centre featuring conference equipment and a photocopier.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Mwanza Market for vibrant local produce and crafts.
  • Try smoked fish at Saanane Island for a unique taste of Mwanza.
  • Explore the Bismarck Rock for stunning views and photo ops.
  • Don't miss the Sukuma Museum for rich cultural insights of the region.
  • Take a sunset cruise on Lake Victoria for unforgettable scenery.
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Hotel Tilapia offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Single Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Balcony
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
Suite
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Triple Room
2 persons
3 Single beds
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Facilities

Hotel Tilapia offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Tilapia Location

Capripoint, Mwanza, Tanzania
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Capripoint, Mwanza, Tanzania
Nearby
African painting
1200 ft
Restaurants
Mo & Pragz Kitchen
900 ft
Capri point
DVN Restaurant
3100 ft
Nyamagana Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Mwanza18 min  ·  5000 ft
Airports
Mwanza Airport (MWZ)17 min  ·  6.7 mi
Train
Mwanza Train Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Mwanza South Train Station27 min  ·  1.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Tilapia guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Hindi, Swahili
Number of rooms:
40

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Tilapia from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 103 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
88%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.7/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Comfort
8.6/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
6.9/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.0/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 276 reviews
8.3/10
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