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BabaJay Family Home

Dar es Salaam

Located within 6.5 km of Tanzania National Stadium and 32 km of Kunduchi Water Park, BabaJay Family Home features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

L
Line
From
Denmark
Once again a pleasant stay. Mr. Brown kept out luggage safe while we were travelling up north. Everything was good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Central 1BR in Dar es Salaam Close to Everything!

Mwananyamala, Dar es Salaam

Central 1BR in Dar es Salaam Close to Everything! is situated in the Mwananyamala district of Dar es Salaam, 16 km from Kunduchi Water Park, 5.4 km from Village Museum and 7.5 km from National Museum...

B
BRIAN OTANGA
From
Kenya
The host was always available and made our stay enjoyable... would recommend it over and over. The place is just on the roadside and easy to access other facilities and shopping centres.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$29.45
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Garden Appartment

Kunduchi, Dar es Salaam

Situated in Dar es Salaam and only 4.3 km from Kunduchi Water Park, Villa Garden Appartment features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

p
peter kiptoo
From
Kenya
The place is very clean with friendly staff,I would recommend this apartment to even families wishing to stay long ,you will definitely feel at home .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$28.50
1 night, 2 adults

Masaki Comfort II Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Masaki, Dar es Salaam

Set in Dar es Salaam, the recently renovated Masaki Comfort II Dar es Salaam, Tanzania offers accommodation 700 metres from Msasani Beach and 13 km from Tanzania National Stadium.

K
Kowoon
From
Netherlands
Very clean, they provide everything you need every kitchen tool every comfort. Better than any hotel I’ve stayed! Great host too! 10 out of 10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$72
1 night, 2 adults

4 Stylish Two Bedroom Apartment Units in Mbezi Beach

Mbezi, Dar es Salaam

Situated in Dar es Salaam and only 3 km from Mbezi Beach, 4 Stylish Two Bedroom Apartment Units in Mbezi Beach features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Paula
From
Germany
Outstanding Stay – Truly Exceptional Service! I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough. From the very first moment I arrived, I was made to feel incredibly welcome. The staff went above and beyond in every interaction — always smiling, attentive, and genuinely caring. What impressed me most was how personal everything felt. They remembered my name, anticipated my needs before I even asked, and treated me more like a valued guest in their home than just a customer. The attention to detail here is remarkable — from the beautifully maintained rooms to the thoughtful little touches that made my stay extra special. But what truly sets this hotel apart is the team: warm, professional, and sincerely dedicated to making every guest feel comfortable and cared for. I travel often, and I can honestly say this was one of the best hospitality experiences I’ve ever had. If you’re looking for a place where you are not just staying in a hotel, but truly being looked after with genuine kindness and professionalism, this is the place to choose. Absolutely five stars — I will definitely return and recommend it to everyone I know!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Mikocheni Comfort I Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Msasani, Dar es Salaam

Mikocheni Comfort I Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is set in the Msasani district of Dar es Salaam, 12 km from Tanzania National Stadium, 15 km from Kunduchi Water Park and 5.9 km from Village Museum.

N
Nonso
From
Nigeria
The accommodation is exactly as the pictures. The host communicated effectively. She is a very kind lady. My booking was on the same day I arrived and yet the accommodation was ready! You don't see this often these days. The accommodation is in a nice neighborhood with various shops at restaurants. It is not far from the beach. Everywhere was clean and spotless. The WiFi was perfect. I had no issues at all. I hope to stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$48.07
1 night, 2 adults

Ndekai Cove

Mbezi, Dar es Salaam

Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Ndekai Cove is set in Dar es Salaam, just 600 metres from Mbezi Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 9.3 km from Kunduchi Water Park.

A
Anna Li
From
Sweden
Super fresh and clean apartment. It’s a calm safe area. The host is super friendly and helpful. WiFi is amazing! Good air conditioning and washing machine!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$54
1 night, 2 adults

Lily's Onebedroom Stylish Stay in Mbezi Beach

Mbezi, Dar es Salaam

Lily's Onebedroom Stylish Stay in Mbezi Beach is situated in the Mbezi district of Dar es Salaam, 4.2 km from Water World, 15 km from Village Museum and 18 km from National Museum and House of...

D
Damian
From
Tanzania
The house is very clean and aesthetic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults

Legacy Homes

Mbezi, Dar es Salaam

Legacy Homes has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Dar es Salaam, 5.4 km from Kunduchi Water Park.

W
Wael
From
Egypt
The apartment was nice and has a lot of equipment. The beds were comfy. Staff were helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Urban Studio Room

Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam

Offering city views, Urban Studio Room is an accommodation located in Dar es Salaam, 15 km from Kunduchi Water Park and 6 km from Village Museum.

B
Brannan WJP
From
China
Location, environment and Wifi are good. Safe and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
US$48.60
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

Stay connected in Dar es Salaam and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Located in Dar es Salaam, 6 km from Tanzania National Stadium, Hotel Sapphire provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Dar es Salaam, 6.8 km from Tanzania National Stadium and 22 km from Kunduchi Water Park, Sir edwards 3 bedrooms duplex apartment in upanga offers air conditioning.

From US$170 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews

Set at the very center of Dar es Salaam and a 3-minute walk from the ferry dock to Zanzibar, Tanzanite Executive Suites offers free WiFi access and private parking.

From US$85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews

Centrally located in Dar es Salaam, Tiffany Diamond Hotels Ltd - Indira Gandhi street features a coffee shop and a restaurant. The rooftop Shaba Lounge offers views of the Indian Ocean.

From US$117 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

Set in Dar es Salaam, 6.7 km from Tanzania National Stadium, Crowne Plaza - Dar Es Salaam by IHG offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden...

From US$82.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring city views, Little Hideaway provides accommodation with balcony, around 4.9 km from Tanzania National Stadium.

From US$51.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a bar, Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam is situated in Dar es Salaam 1.6 km from Kariakoo Market.

From US$70.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

Set in Dar es Salaam, 5.7 km from Tanzania National Stadium, Tiffany Diamond Hotels LTD - Makunganya offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$141.75 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Dar es Salaam and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

Boasting a patio with city views, a rooftop pool and a casino, Fairview Luxury Apartments can be found in Dar es Salaam, close to National Museum and House of Culture and 5.2 km from Tanzania National...

From US$303.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews

Boasting a restaurant, bar and views of pool, Johari Rotana is situated in Dar es Salaam, 200 metres from Zanzibar ferry. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a kids' club.

From US$240.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

Protea Hotel Courtyard is situated in Dar es Salaam, the financial hub of Tanzania. The Julius Nyerere International Airport is 12 km from the hotel. It features a swimming pool and a fitness centre.

From US$157 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Dar es Salaam, 9.4 km from Tanzania National Stadium and 17 km from Kunduchi Water Park, The Dar es Salaam Stay Nyumbani -1BR Urban Retreat offers air conditioning.

From US$32.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

Protea Hotel By Marriott Dar es Salaam Oysterbay is 3.5 km from the city centre and is a 30-minute drive from the Dar es Salaam International Airport.

From US$84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

Boasting garden views, L&J Modern Backpackers Kinondoni offers accommodation with terrace, around 10 km from Tanzania National Stadium.

From US$18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Situated within 11 km of Tanzania National Stadium and 17 km of Kunduchi Water Park, L&j modern backpackers BnB offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

From US$15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Located 800 metres from Coco Beach, Triniti Oysterbay offers a garden, a terrace and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio.

From US$65 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Dar es Salaam and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Dar es Salaam and only 7.4 km from Tanzania National Stadium, 2BR & 3BR Sea View Condos features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Featuring accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Kay's Place Seaview is situated in Dar es Salaam.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

RAX Apartment is set in Dar es Salaam. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The accommodation offers full-day security and a business centre for guests.

From US$35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Situated in Dar es Salaam, Flo's Eco Residence features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$120 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Set 8.6 km from Tanzania National Stadium, 19 km from Kunduchi Water Park and 3.1 km from Village Museum, Abundant Africa Properties features accommodation situated in Dar es Salaam.

From US$50.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Offering city views, Usalama Apartment is an accommodation situated in Dar es Salaam, 21 km from Kunduchi Water Park and 5.7 km from Village Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Situated within 2.5 km of Coco Beach and 10 km of Tanzania National Stadium, Swahili Homes- Ada Estate features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

From US$47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, CozyHome 75”TV, 5mints from the Beach & City is located in Dar es Salaam, 10 km from Tanzania National Stadium and 19 km from Kunduchi Water Park.

From US$68 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$53.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Great location close to airport for overnight stay between flights with affordable shuttle provided being a real plus. Super comfortable apartment, although electrical outage (no fault of hotel) affected water availability, wifi, a/c.
Guest review by
Noel
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews
Absolute bargain in Dar-es-Salaam, best deal you can find by far. Nothing fancy but for 15$ all the basics are here, it’s very clean, AC works just fine, a nice shower with hot water, location is very central, the wifi is fast like in Europe, it’s safe and the staff is doing the job. That’s all but for such a cheap price in the heart of Dar there is no point paying more to sleep.
Guest review by
Bojana
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews
Absolute bargain in Dar-es-Salaam, best deal you can find by far. Nothing fancy but for 15$ all the basics are here, it’s very clean, AC works just fine, a nice shower with hot water, location is very central, the wifi is fats like in Europe, it’s safe and the staff is doing the job. That’s all but for such a cheap price in the heart of Dar there is no point paying more to sleep.
Guest review by
Bojana
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews
One of the cheapest hotels in Dar Es Salaam and for that price you get a basic but clean room and bathroom, airconditioning, TV, good wifi, a basic breakfast, a central location and above all I found the staff extremely helpful, polite and friendly. Even the manager came to say hello. Recommended for those on a budget!
Guest review by
Bert
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews
The accommodation was as described (budget). The location was ideal for airport transit (10-15 min drive). The staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were basic, but clean. The airport pick-up/drop-off worked as promised. Flexibility with check-in/out times. I am a returning guest.
Guest review by
Christa
Solo traveller