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Our top choices for Dar es Salaam City Center hotels

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a city view.

1. 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, (290 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming and attentive/helpfull staff. Location is good and breakfast also good."
Australia
Shac A
The price is P4,636
P5,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a logo with a stylized flower, and the name 'Magnolia Suites'.

2. Magnolia Suites B&B

Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 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 P4,205
P5,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Magnolia Suites B&B
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a reception desk, a fire extinguisher, and a large potted plant.

3. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"The hotel is good and offers good services"
United States
Patrick
The price is P4,618
P5,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Tiffany Diamond Hotels
A buffet table with various fruits and a wicker basket containing fruits.

4. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (642 reviews)
"The location was excellent, lots amenities"
Canada
MOHSENALI
The price is P3,406
P4,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Tanzanite Executive Suites
A wedding reception area with white chairs, a red carpet, and floral decorations.

5. Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment

Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (58 reviews)
"Great staff, well located, fridge and microwave in the room, safe on premises and a clean room"
Canada
Jimmy
The price is P6,492
P7,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a glass table, and a large window with curtains.

6. Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"Nice stay in the Econo Lodge."
Germany
Christof
The price is P2,602
P3,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Econo Lodge
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and an elevator.

7. 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 P3,981
P4,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
A modern lobby with black leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a chandelier.

8. Rainbow Hotel

Rainbow Hotel
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Great location for a hotel with restaurants and the ferry to Zanzibar. "
United States
Bradley
The price is P2,523
P3,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Rainbow Hotel
A view from a balcony with a glass railing overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

9. Hotel Nikko Tower

Hotel Nikko Tower
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Convenient location "
Canada
Fateh
Hotel Nikko Tower
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a city skyline at night.

10. Hotel Sapphire

Hotel Sapphire
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (69 reviews)
"Wonderful place"
Canada
Jay
The price is P5,992
P7,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Sapphire
A restaurant with high tables and chairs, large windows, and a city view.

11. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Very good place"
United States
Patrick
The price is P2,354
P7,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Tiffany Diamond Hotels
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a modern building with large windows in the background.

12. Peacock Hotel

Peacock Hotel
3.0 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center
6.4 out of 10, (26 reviews)
"Really nice place. Enjoyed it tue most of all places I've stayed in dar es salaam "
United States
David
The price is P5,439
P6,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Peacock Hotel
A beach with thatched umbrellas and tables, a sandy shore, and the ocean in the background.

13. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 0.7 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Location helpful staff nice view."
United States
khalid
The price is P7,504
P9,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 0.7 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (384 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff! Ideal location for businessman"
United States
Krushil
The price is P9,776
P12,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a tall building with large windows.

15. Johari Rotana

Johari Rotana
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 0.5 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Bahar
The price is P10,509
P13,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Johari Rotana
A rooftop lounge with white wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of the city skyline and water.

16. Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (398 reviews)
"Clean, convenient, well located."
United States
OMAR
The price is P10,776
P12,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
A set of stairs leading to a building entrance with glass doors and a metal railing.

17. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
Upanga East, 0.8 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Great hotel. All the staff was exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming. Food was amazing."
South Africa
Geoffrey
The price is P4,191
P5,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows offering a city view, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

18. CBD Hotel

CBD Hotel
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 1.1 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (332 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 P4,633
P5,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
CBD Hotel
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

19. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo, 0.8 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. Lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
Dr. Tony
The price is P4,021
P4,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
City Crown Hotel
A modern living room with a dining table, sofa, and a large window with a city view.

20. AURA SUITES

AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
Upanga East, 0.8 km from Dar es Salaam City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"The suite was very spacious, the staff catered to every needs we had. Quickly delivered pots and pans to the room and provided lots of water bottles. The breakfast was also excellent as well as the restaurant on the rooftop."
Canada
Sameer
The price is P7,002
P8,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
AURA SUITES
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Compare popular hotels in Dar es Salaam City Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a logo with a stylized flower, and the name 'Magnolia Suites'.
Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
6 reviews
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A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and an elevator.
Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
17 reviews
View
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a city view.
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
4.0 star property
8.2
Very good
290 reviews
View
A buffet table with various fruits and a wicker basket containing fruits.
Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
642 reviews
View
A wedding reception area with white chairs, a red carpet, and floral decorations.
Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
58 reviews
View

Where to stay in Dar es Salaam City Center

Find the best Dar es Salaam City Center areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Masaki

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.

A coastal city with a mix of modern and traditional architecture, a sandy beach, and a marina with boats.

Mbezi Beach

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.

A beach with thatched umbrellas, wooden benches, and palm trees.

Oyster Bay

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

A sailboat on turquoise waters with a sandy beach and a clear sky.

Kigamboni

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

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a park with a gazebo, and a distant view of the city skyline.

Mikocheni

Restaurants and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Mikocheni. A stop by Nafasi Art Space is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Top Dar es Salaam City Center Hotel Reviews

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place"
Shekmuon Habib 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

What is Dar es Salaam City Center like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Dar es Salaam's Dar es Salaam City Center neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Dar es Salaam City Center?
Based on our traveler data, Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Dar es Salaam City Center. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Rainbow Hotel and Magnolia Suites B&B.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Dar es Salaam City Center?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dar es Salaam, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 36 Dar es Salaam City Center hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dar es Salaam City Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Dar es Salaam City Center.
What is there to do around this Dar es Salaam neighborhood?
Le Grande Casino, Atiman House, and Askari Monument are just a few of the places to visit in and around Dar es Salaam City Center. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Dar es Salaam.