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1. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
4.0 star property
Kivukoni
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (291 reviews)
"Location helpful staff nice view."
United States
khalid
The price is RM488
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
Property entrance

2. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
Upanga East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Great hotel. All the staff was exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming. Food was amazing."
South Africa
Geoffrey
The price is RM289
RM347 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
Lobby

3. Hotel Blue Sapphire

Hotel Blue Sapphire
4.0 star property
Dar es Salaam
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (178 reviews)
"The place is decent. But it could use newer carpet and interior furnishings. The"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM465
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hotel Blue Sapphire
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

4. Johari Rotana

Johari Rotana
5.0 star property
Kivukoni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (139 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Bahar
The price is RM572
RM714 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Johari Rotana
Bar (on property)

5. Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
5.0 star property
Kivukoni
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (394 reviews)
"Clean, convenient, well located."
United States
OMAR
The price is RM702
RM836 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
Outdoor pool

6. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (261 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Shekmuon Habib
The price is RM264
RM314 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

7. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Kivukoni
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (376 reviews)
"The Staff in the property are amazing especially a lady named Angel. quality of the breakfast, coffeeshop / bar and the view are all great. Location is prime and very safe for tourists not familiar with the city. We very much enjoyed our trip."
United States
Alireza
The price is RM636
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
Reception

8. Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam
3.5 star property
Masaki
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (141 reviews)
"Good choice"
United States
Rafic
The price is RM460
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam
Lounge

9. Belmond Hotel

Belmond Hotel
2.5 star property
Kijitonyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Wholesomely good in all aspects. I really enjoyed my 2 nights."
United States
Victor
The price is RM194
RM231 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Belmond Hotel
Lobby

10. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"Very good business hotel"
United States
Nikodimos
The price is RM400
RM476 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

11. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
3.0 star property
Kivukoni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (294 reviews)
"A relatively nice place but needs some significant updating and TLC. Bed linen and sheets are very poor quality and seem very old. Lots of spots around the room with wires hanging, or plaster no painted over etc.. Rather unusual shower made out of doors! Location is good for most things"
United Kingdom
Suzanne
The price is RM349
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
Exterior detail

12. Magnolia Suites B&B

Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Exceptional Stay in Tanzania alhamdulillah — Highly Recommended! Our stay at this hotel in Tanzania was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we arrived, we received above-and-beyond hospitality. The entire staff was professional, kind, welcoming, and incredibly attentive to our needs as a family. I truly couldn’t be more grateful for the service we received. The hotel itself is beautiful, exceptionally clean, comfortable, and peaceful, located in a very quiet and welcoming...
United States
Osman
The price is RM246
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Magnolia Suites B&B
Lobby sitting area

13. CBD Hotel

CBD Hotel
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Enjoyed the spa as well, and the lady was so sweet in the spa! Greta massage as well!"
United States
Audrey
The price is RM369
RM440 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
CBD Hotel
Reception

14. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
4.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (287 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming and attentive/helpfull staff. Location is good and breakfast also good."
Australia
Shac A
The price is RM274
RM326 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
Bar (on property)

15. The CRADLE

The CRADLE
3.5 star property
Kivukoni
"Siisti huone mutta oli todella kuuma, Henkilökunta: Hyvää kunnioittaa ja kohtelias, hyvää palvelua"
Finland
Jean Nepomuscene
The price is RM169
RM202 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
The CRADLE
Lobby

16. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"This is a fairly new hotel, and the service was great! I highly recommend this hotel if you are want to be close in town near the ferry to Zanzibar"
United States
Rod
The price is RM262
RM311 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
City Crown Hotel
Front of property

17. Harbour View Suites

Harbour View Suites
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (253 reviews)
"Nice Rooms Big Hotel. Near ferry to Zanzibar and center of the city. Beautiful sea view and nice staff"
Belgium
roumaissa
The price is RM326
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Harbour View Suites
View from property

18. Chelsea Hotel

Chelsea Hotel
3.0 star property
Kariakoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
"Great staff and hotel rooms "
United States
CARL
The price is RM247
RM294 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Chelsea Hotel
Breakfast area

19. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (641 reviews)
"The location was excellent, lots amenities"
Canada
MOHSENALI
The price is RM222
RM264 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Tanzanite Executive Suites
Interior entrance

20. Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre

Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Clean, close to numerous dining options, right in the city center. A no frills hotel ( Bed & Breakfast) but clean, safe and friendly staff."
United States
Samir
The price is RM246
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
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Top Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

8/10 Good
"Good choice"
Rafic 10-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

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Dar es Salaam Motels information

Number of reviews
2,343
Accommodation
1 Motels
Lowest Price
RM202
Highest Price
RM836

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Dar es Salaam?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Dar es Salaam, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from over 950 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. The term "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in Dar es Salaam?
This is one of the motels available for your trip to Dar es Salaam. Naam Suite Motel - Adults Only: Enjoy the in-room fireplace, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Dar es Salaam?
Those who've visited Dar es Salaam have good things to say about its waterfront and seaside. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coco Beach, Mbezi Beach and Bahari Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Dar-es-Salaam Zoo, Wet n Wild Water Park and Water World. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, Kariakoo Market and Port of Dar es Salaam.
What's the weather like in Dar es Salaam?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Dar es Salaam to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 25°C. The snowiest months in Dar es Salaam are August, January, February and March, with each month seeing an average of 142 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Dar es Salaam while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Dar es Salaam to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.), which is located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), which is 41.9 mi (67.4 km) away. If you want to venture outside the area, hop aboard a train at Dar Es Salaam Central Station. You can catch a ferry and cross the water to see more of the region.