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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Dar es Salaam with 2 restaurants and spa

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Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Terrace/patio
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Located in Kivukoni, Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel offers a luxurious getaway with a free breakfast buffet, adjacent golf course, and poolside bar. Unwind at the spa or stay active with windsurfing and snorkeling activities while enjoying stunning ocean views from the on-site restaurants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$156 nightly
The total price is $191
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees

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Presidential Suite | In-room dining

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1776 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 355 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Business Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Business Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
  • 1055 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Diplomatic Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive City View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 20 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Adjacent to a golf course, Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Dar es Salaam. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or facials, and Jahazi Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a health club are other highlights at this luxurious hotel.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 230 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: midnight; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (13121 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Jahazi Restaurant - This seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Serengeti - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Kibo Bar - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Island Traders - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Bakers Basket - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TZS 104175.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of 75 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 22 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for TZS 60685.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 20339

Also known as

Dar Es Salaam Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TZS 104175.00 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Check-in start time: midnight; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM. There's a 75% charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (16-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (9-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like windsurfing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel also has a sauna and a health club, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel like?

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel is in Kivukoni, a short 9-minute walk from Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and 18 minutes' walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

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