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Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

4.0 star property
Dar es Salaam hotel with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is CA $192
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 34 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Garden Avenue, PO Box 80022, Dar es Salaam, 0000

What's nearby

  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 3 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Kariakoo Market - 4 min drive
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 6 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 25 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 22 min walk
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Palm - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Oriental - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is a great choice for a stay in Dar es Salaam. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Kivulini, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 152 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
  • Onsite extended parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Transfers

  • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Offsite

  • Shopping center shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 4:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 4:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (516 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Kivulini - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Baraza - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Dar es Salaam Southern Sun
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Hotel Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam 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 Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (18-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam and nearby?
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
What's the area around Southern Sun Dar es Salaam like?
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is in Kivukoni, a short 3-minute walk from Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and 9 minutes' walk from Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre.

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Poor value for money
This hotel had been closed for several years and it is at proximity with my business place in Dar es Salam i was therefore eager to be able to finally go there ... but i was so happy that this was just for one night as I could not stand an additional day ...honestly very poor value for money ... i can t understand how u can close for two years and not revamp the hotel fully ...this is like cleaning a old hotel with no new tech or anything , noisy AC , very humid
Thierno, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

very accommodating staff. Great pool and garden. Great bed. Delicious breakfast . Super clean
s., 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice area
Excellent hotel and brilliant staff
AMANPREET, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

They welcome you during check in with a bottle of cold water. Breakfast is excellent and includes fresh coconut juice as well as other standard items. Very nice veranda for informal meetings near the pool. Pick up and drop from airport was very efficient. The park next door is an amazing place - must be enjoyed. Altogether a relaxing and efficient stay
David, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Had a wonderful stay Hotel not far from city enjoyed our stay Staff friendly and very helpful
Usha, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It is closer to the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre
Levers, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Quiet location near work, only disadvantage for tourists would be the pool area doesn’t get much sun at all
11-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Good location and friendly service. Cleanliness is OK. However the hotel is being refurbished in spite of the need for a full renovation. Doesn't comply with a 4 star hotel by Southern Sun. Serious issue with ventilation as the main lobby and restaurant area smell like fish. Corridors and rooms smell fungus, and I had to keep the room window open all the time.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Holiday in Tanzania
Great hotel to stay when organizing for a safari in our of the bush or heading to Pemba or Zanzibar.
Guy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I travel all the time, and the Southern Sun is by far my favorite hotel. The staff treat you like family. The food is great. The rooms are very nice, clean, and comfortable. I highly recommend the hotel.
2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and friendly.
This is a very friendly and nice hotel. The rooms are modern, very comfortable and clean with good Wi-Fi and TV with decent channels. The best surprise of this hotel was the excellent restaurant for dinner. The menu was diverse and food was excellent and beautiful presentation. High compliments to the dinner chef. I had an Indian dinner that was exquisite and grilled fish dinner special that was cooked to perfection. I also appreciated that they let me extend my check out time since my flight wasn’t until later. They were so friendly about it all. The pool area is pleasant and the garden next door offers a nice walk.
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Projeni, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food and service. The staff Really customer oriented
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly like been at home...….
Derrick, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam Dec 2018
Very convenient. Will stay here again.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good place
Good large hotel in the downtown area, excellent breakfast in the morning. Close to the botanical gardens, which is nice. Clean, a bit old fashioned .
Jessica, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

4-night trip
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