Opened in 1959, Mt. Meru Game Lodge has hosted generations of guests at its historic, colonial-style garden lodge. Located just outside of Arusha in the serene and scenic USA River area, the lodge is surrounded by lush green grounds. It offers 24 standard rooms and 4 family or interconnecting rooms. The restaurant features a delicious menu with generous portions, and guests can choose to dine either outdoors in the garden or inside the charming dining area. For those who want to experience nature while staying near Arusha, this lodge is an excellent choice. As an added bonus, the property is home to wild animals, including water buffaloes, zonkeys (a zebra-donkey hybrid), monkeys, and peacocks.