Johari Rotana

5.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
City view from property
2 restaurants, dinner served, American cuisine
Executive lounge
Johari Rotana offers a perfect blend of ocean views and American cuisine in the heart of Kivukoni. Guests relax at the spa or refresh in the outdoor pool while families appreciate the thoughtful kids' meals and entertainment options including light fare and arcade games.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
The current price is P8,020
P10,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4

Room options

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Showing 14 of 14 rooms

Suite Room - City View / Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access - Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

City View Room - King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Spacious Sea View or City View Room With Lounge Access - Twin Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Sea View Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View or City View One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

City View Room - Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Sea View Room - Twin bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Sea View Room - King bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Spacious One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Spacious Sea View or City View Room With Lounge Access - King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Ambassador Suite - Sea View / City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • 105 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View or City View Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
  • 43 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access - City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kivukoni, a neighborhood in Dar es Salaam, is home to Johari Rotana. National Museum of Tanzania and Nyumba ya Sanaa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam. Traveling with kids? Consider Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Tanzania National Stadium.
Map
Sokine Drive/Morogoro Road, MNF Square, Dar es Salaam, Dar Es Salaam, 14909

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Aaqib Barbeque & Fast Food - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zafarani - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A Tea Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Johari Rotana

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Kivukoni
At Johari Rotana, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a hair salon. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy American cuisine and ocean views at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 253 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and travel cribs
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and separate tubs/showers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hamilton Gastro Pub
  • Kibo Lobby Lounge
  • Noble House

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (58 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 28 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Children aged 6 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Johari Rotana Hotel
Johari Rotana Dar Es Salaam
Johari Rotana Hotel Dar Es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Johari Rotana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Johari Rotana?

As of Sep 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Johari Rotana on Oct 3, 2025 start from P 8,020.21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Johari Rotana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Johari Rotana?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Johari Rotana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Johari Rotana?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Johari Rotana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Johari Rotana located?

Located in Kivukoni, this family-friendly Dar es Salaam hotel is steps from Le Grande Casino and St Joseph's Cathedral. Atiman House and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are also within 5 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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