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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find oceanfront relaxation at this welcoming hotel with two refreshing pools and a spa offering rejuvenating treatments

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The Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel sits right by the ocean, providing a peaceful getaway. Guests start their mornings with a breakfast buffet before relaxing at either outdoor pool or booking treatments at the spa. Free bicycles and helpful concierge staff enhance the experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table with a phone, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table with a phone, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Villa

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Villa

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Family Villa

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Royal Villa

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Kutani, Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel is in a rural area and on the beach. National Museum of Tanzania and Nyumba ya Sanaa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dar-es-Salaam Zoo and Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens. Visit our Kutani travel guide
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Changani, Kigamboni, Kutani, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • A livestock show with sheep and people in the background.
    Coco Beach
    57 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Changani Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    49 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Kariakoo Market
    51 min drive - 40.4 km
  • The Slipway
    60 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station
    44 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    116 min drive

About this property

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

  • Upscale hotel by the ocean
  • A free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the on-site spa. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • 2 outdoor pools
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, a front desk safe and massage treatment rooms
    • Smoke-free property, a TV in reception and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel have comforts, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers, bidets and free toiletries
    • 43-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kutani hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Changani Beach and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Dar-es-Salaam Zoo. Kipepeo Beach and Kijiji Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aya Sophia was a perfect add on to our south beach stay when visiting Dar. Visiting the animals was a perfect way for our kids to see them without the crazy prices of a safari park (as a foreigner). Great rooms, gardens and the restaurant food (we ate curry) was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nivedh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The zoo was better than expectations. Petting the giraffes was extraordinary!! The animals are well maintained and the experience was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Restaurant was under staffed and orders from menu took a long time but the attitude of staff made up for it. Very clean place and accommodate most request in a reasonable amount of time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Time off

This is the perfect place to relax. Everything was first class. The views, beach, zoo, was all amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will never use Expedia ever again. Made me pay for my stay twice. Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mwalingakana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melchior

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024