Dar es Salaam

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Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
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Where to stay in Dar es Salaam

A nice cafe and bar overlooking the Indian Ocean

Masaki

4/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Masaki include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by The Slipway or Sea Cliff Casino while you're exploring the area.

Masaki
Outside IST Clinic in Dar es salaam, Masaki

Oyster Bay

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Oyster Bay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coco Beach and Little Theatre.

Oyster Bay
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Kigamboni

If you're spending some time in Kigamboni, Kijiji Beach and Kipepeo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kigamboni
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Mbezi Beach

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Unique features of Mbezi Beach include the restaurants and seaside views. Make a stop by Mbezi Beach or Jangwani Beach while you're exploring the area.

Mbezi Beach
A magic spot !

Upanga East

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Upanga East. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Kariakoo Market and National Museum of Tanzania, a few notable attractions nearby.

Upanga East
Visiting St. Alban's Anglican Church, Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Kivukoni is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and National Museum of Tanzania.

Kivukoni
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Magore St, Dar es Salaam
The price is CA $104 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $104
CA $126 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 beach bars, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Askari Monument and Dar es Salaam ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
"Everything was so good."

Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2025

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

5 out of 5
Kivukoni Street, P O Box 9574, Dar es Salaam
The price is CA $279 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
CA $279
CA $329 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
"It was wonderfull"

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2025

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

4 out of 5
Azikiwe Street, Dar es Salaam
The price is CA $147 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
CA $147
CA $181 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (230 reviews)
"Excellent services"

Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tanzanite Serviced Apartment

Tanzanite Serviced Apartment

2.5 out of 5
39 Chole Road, Masaki, Dar es Salaam
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions The Slipway and Coco ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Lack of sufficient kitchen utensils, lack of paper towels/tissues, lack of daily room care."

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025

Tanzanite Serviced Apartment
AURA SUITES

AURA SUITES

4 out of 5
Morogoro Road, Upanga East., Plot No.1081/1, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kariakoo Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2025

AURA SUITES
Blackwood Hotel and Apartments

Blackwood Hotel and Apartments

2.5 out of 5
14 Kongombili St, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Makumbusho Village and Nafasi Art ...
Great Hotel
"My experience was great. I only stayed for 2 nights, but I really enjoyed. I never used the pool, but it did look to a good standard. The breakfast included was also tasty, not much to select from, but still tasty."

Reviewed on Jan. 2, 2025

Blackwood Hotel and Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Dar es Salaam

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 6%
4 - Good
12
4 - Good 75%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
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3/5 - Okay

TravellingCanuc

I went for my business and have no specific opinion about the city as I did not do any sight seeing except going to Dar Es Salaam Institute of Tech and University. Enjoyed a good capuccino in the city mall.

3/5 - Okay

TraellingCanuck

I was in transit on my way to Arusha. Had no chance to see any thing in DAR

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Hardley any sidewalks on the streets. Too many hawkers on the sidewalks. Cleanliness maintained. Roads conjugated. Takes 2 hours by taxi to the hotel.

4/5 - Good

ES

I liked the view of the Harbour from my room. Did not have a chance to explore the city. Will do so on my way back from Mwanza.

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