Title: Sophia Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sophia Hotel Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free parking ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30312800/30312718/7938d882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Executive Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30312800/30312718/d6f56102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30312800/30312718/6d8cc491.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30312800/30312718/adb00f80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30312800/30312718/d633e9bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Sophia Hotel, in the heart of the city, offers travelers a welcoming retreat with practical amenities. Guests can handle laundry on-site, enjoy meals at the hotel restaurant, and connect to WiFi throughout their stay. Self-parking makes exploring the area hassle-free. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 18 - Nov. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=30312718&PinnedHotelID=30312718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - 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Airport (DAR) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rombo Green View Hotel - ‬17 min walk - ‪Segesela Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Istanbul Turkish Fast Food - ‬6 min drive - ‪Samaki Samaki, Mlimani City - ‬7 min drive - ‪Chicken Hut - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Sophia Hotel Hotel in the city center Sophia Hotel provides amenities like laundry facilities and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and an elevator Room features All guestrooms at Sophia Hotel include perks such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens - Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7670000/7662200/7662180/546f0e0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Amariah Boutique Hotel Mikocheni Mikocheni - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=7662180&PinnedHotelID=7662180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/c293e81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Kivukoni - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 342 reviews CA $234 CA $300 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Sophia Hotel Dar es Salaam Sophia Dar es Salaam Sophia Hotel Hotel Sophia Hotel Dar es Salaam Sophia Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sophia Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sophia Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Sophia Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Sophia Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Dar es Salaam, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from University of Dar es Salaam and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mlimani City and Mwenge Carvers Market. Makumbusho Village and Nafasi Art Space are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sophia Hotel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jun 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff at property were very nice and helpful there so made my stay welcoming ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James A Feb 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Sophia Hotel was great. The room was large, breakfast was plentiful & yummy, staff was great. The complimentary laundry service was a wonderful treat. The area was good also - very near City Mall, which had a grocery store. Also, near Chef’s Pride, a very popular restaurant. ##### James A Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Belize](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Belize-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d18-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [The People - Paris Belleville (ex Les Piaules) - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels-Les-Piaules-Belleville.h16189266.Hotel-Information) > > [remm Tokyo Kyobashi](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Remm-Tokyo-Kyobashi.h29086614.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels.d500187.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Tisdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Tisdale-Hotels.d10616.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ikonik Parlament](https://www.expedia.ca/Budapest-Hotels-Hotel-Parlament.h1367703.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalhousie University Accommodations](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Dalhousie-University-Accommodations.h18035187.Hotel-Information) > > [Monroe House Executive Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Monroe-House-Executive-Suites.h16797800.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Birks Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-Birks-Montreal.h23002973.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Tower Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Riverside-Tower-Hotel.h1001.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ontario-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d11178-tPetfriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Two Seasons Boracay Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Boracay-Island-Hotels-Two-Seasons-Boracay-Resort.h3147395.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Toronto General Hospital](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-General-Hospital-Hotels.0-l553248635810196029-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [April Point Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Quadra-Island-Hotels-April-Point-Resort-Spa.h8189826.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.ca/Gran-Canaria-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6047134-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/nrt/vancouver-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Trinidad](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/602649/flights-from-trinidad) > > [flights from charleston intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/chs/flights-from-charleston-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Stanfield Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Amsterdam (AMS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/ams/winnipeg-to-amsterdam) > > [Flights from Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178314/flights-from-toronto) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Oshawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Oshawa.d6057905-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Cruise > [Cruises to Caribbean](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-to-Caribbean.d6022969.Travel-Guide-Cruise) ### Packages > [Black River Gorges National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Black-River-Gorges-National-Park-Mauritius.d6075550.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Spencer Gorge/Webster's Falls Conservation Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Spencer-GorgeWebsters-Falls-Conservation-Area-Hamilton.d553248621593198364.Vacation-Attraction)