Does Olive Homes Offer Meals?
Breakfast and other meals are offered at Olive Homes at an extra cost. Here is how meals are arranged, when to request them and what to expect in your apartment.

- ·Yes, Olive Homes offers breakfast and other meals.
- ·Meals are not included in the room rate and are charged at an extra cost.
- ·Requests are best made in advance so ingredients can be bought fresh.
- ·Every apartment also has a full kitchen if you prefer to cook for yourself.
Short answer
Yes. Olive Homes offers breakfast and other meals to guests, and they are provided at an extra cost on top of your accommodation rate.
What is available
- ·Breakfast, served in your apartment at a time you choose
- ·Lunch and dinner on request
- ·Simple local dishes as well as familiar international options
- ·Special requests such as vegetarian, halal or child friendly meals where we are told in advance
- ·Tea, coffee and drinking water in the apartment
How to arrange meals
Tell us what you would like when you book, or message our team once you have checked in. Requests made the day before allow us to shop for fresh ingredients, which is the difference between a good breakfast and a rushed one. Meal charges are added to your bill and settled directly with Olive Homes.
Cooking for yourself
Every apartment is fully furnished with a private kitchen, cooker, fridge, cookware and utensils, so guests on longer stays often cook some meals and order others. Supermarkets and fresh produce markets are a short drive away in Njiro and central Arusha, and our team is happy to point you to the closest ones.
Meals around safari days
Early departures for Serengeti, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro often start before a normal breakfast time. Let us know your pick up time and we can arrange an early breakfast or a packed option so you do not travel on an empty stomach.
Good to know
Meal supplements are charged separately from the room rate, and no refunds are issued for meals that are ordered but not consumed. Full details are set out in our booking policy.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Olive Homes offer meals?
- Yes. Breakfast and other meals are offered to guests at an extra cost, separate from the apartment rate.
- Is breakfast included in the room rate?
- No. Breakfast is available but it is charged as an extra, so you only pay for the meals you actually want.
- How far in advance should I request meals?
- Ideally the day before, so fresh ingredients can be bought. Same day requests are handled where possible.
- Can I cook in the apartment instead?
- Yes. Every apartment has a fully equipped private kitchen, and supermarkets and produce markets are a short drive away.
- Can you cater for dietary requirements?
- Yes, where we are told in advance. Vegetarian, halal and child friendly meals can usually be arranged.

Airport Pickup and Drop Off with Olive Homes Arusha
We arrange airport pickup and drop off for guests arriving at Kilimanjaro International or Arusha Airport, so the first and last part of your trip is already handled.

What Is Included in My Stay at Olive Homes
A clear list of what comes with every apartment at Olive Homes, from 24/7 security and support to daily housekeeping, Wi-Fi, parking, the garden and the rooftop lounge.

Safari Assistance by Olive Homes
Staying with us means you do not have to work out the safari market alone. We help guests plan, compare and book game drives, day trips and cultural experiences from Arusha.
