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The Slow Leopard, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, a 12-minute walk from Msasani Beach, The Slow Leopard has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

The staff, bed, room and environment are all great! No complaints up to 99.99%
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
475 reviews
Price from
$39.93
per night
Gallivanters Hostel, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam and with Coco Beach reachable within 1.1 miles, Gallivanters Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

Nice pool, great staff, safe location. Very clean
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
275 reviews
Price from
$33.25
per night
Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, 6.9 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared...

Bad
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
386 reviews
Price from
$25.52
per night
Safari Inn, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Safari Inn offers accommodations in Dar es Salaam. Free private parking is available on site. Our rooms are all en-suite with private full bathroom. Safari Inn features free WiFi in a common area .

Location, about 20mins to the train station. Eateries accessible from the property.
Scored 5.7
5.7
Rated okay
Above average
223 reviews
Price from
$20.76
per night
JJ & JE Family House, hotel in Dar es Salaam

JJ & JE Family House is set in Dar es Salaam. Around 5.6 mi from Tanzania National Stadium, the property is also 6.2 mi away from Kariakoo Market and offers free WiFi.

The family
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
201 reviews
Price from
$25.50
per night
The Nest Haven Hostel, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, 8.6 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, The Nest Haven Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From the reception I felt right at home. Maria is such a lovely and welcoming host. My journey from Mzuzu Malawi was a tough one but upon reaching the Nest Haven I was relieved. Joy is such a warm soul too. The basic breakfast is good. Location... perfect location, close to the mall with everything from ATMs, restaurant and bar
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
127 reviews
Price from
$15
per night
Mgulani Lodge Hotel, hotel in Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, 1.1 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, Mgulani Lodge Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

It is very quiet with individual banglows. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was really delicious and local.
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
40 reviews
Price from
$32.13
per night
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • L&j modern backpackers BnB
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3 reviews

    Located within 6.6 miles of Tanzania National Stadium and 10 miles of Kunduchi Water Park, L&j modern backpackers BnB has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

  • Gallivanters Hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 275 reviews

    Located in Dar es Salaam and with Coco Beach reachable within 1.1 miles, Gallivanters Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

    The people were really nice!!! They helped us a lot!

  • The Slow Leopard
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 475 reviews

    Located in Dar es Salaam, a 12-minute walk from Msasani Beach, The Slow Leopard has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    All of it was great fantastic staff and awesome vibe.

  • The Nest Haven Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 127 reviews

    Located in Dar es Salaam, 8.6 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, The Nest Haven Hostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    Very welcoming place, the host was really helpfull

  • Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 386 reviews

    Located in Dar es Salaam, 6.9 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge...

    Nice breakfast. Coffee is free and available all the time

  • Mgulani Lodge Hotel
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 40 reviews

    Located in Dar es Salaam, 1.1 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, Mgulani Lodge Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    I felt very secure and the bungalow was added privacy

  • Safari Inn
    Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 223 reviews

    Safari Inn offers accommodations in Dar es Salaam. Free private parking is available on site. Our rooms are all en-suite with private full bathroom. Safari Inn features free WiFi in a common area .

    Breakfast Fast internet Good location Comfortable room

  • Savanna Sunset Suites Modern African-Mediterranean Oasis with Breathtaking Views

    Located in Dar es Salaam and within 2.1 miles of Tanzania National Stadium, Savanna Sunset Suites Modern African-Mediterranean Oasis with Breathtaking Views features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and...

  • Taste of Mexico Hostel

    Located in Dar es Salaam, a 6-minute walk from Msasani Beach, Taste of Mexico Hostel has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel

    Attractively set in the Sinza district of Dar es Salaam, Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel is located 8.6 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, 8.8 miles from Kunduchi Water Park and 6 miles from Village...

  • Cocobongo Beach Lodge

    Located in Dar es Salaam, 7.3 miles from Tanzania National Stadium, Cocobongo Beach Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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Hostels that guests love in Dar es Salaam

  • Avg. price/night: $39.99
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 134 reviews
    Bathroom and safe place . Very helpful a man who invited us , he helped us to find a bit cheaper local restaurant.
    Prokešová
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $50
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 213 reviews
    Great location, safe, easy to find, staff speak English, big rooms, great bathroom, great wifi.
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $47.69
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 475 reviews
    Great location Amazing food Clean rooms & great AC Nice overall vibe & very safe
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $186.35
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 426 reviews
    the security was very thorough we felt safe as soon as we entered the gates. Zanzibar ferry was literally across the road. the room was huge, bath room was very modern with the option of a window into the bedroom. rooftop restaurant was so cheap yet great quality.
    Brendan
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews
    It was a great location and wonderful to have a pool; I liked that there was a common area too. It was great to have a fridge and that there was laundry service! And the staff was incredibly nice! As I was traveling solo as a woman, it meant a lot to me that I felt very comfortable and safe at Baobab village. I highly recommend it.
    Emily Mae
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $35
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 275 reviews
    The hostel is a very safe, quite upscale neighbourhood, where I saw a lot of embassies or ambassador residences. The room was comfortable enough, especially when the A/C was on, which depended on other guests being cold or not. The breakfast was good, considering the price, and it helped get the day started with energy. The swimming pool is a great bonus, as it is very hot in Dar es Salaam, so a dip is always welcome.
    Carlos
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 821 reviews
    The room was clean, the air-conditioning great, plenty of hot water, the bed was quite reasonable. WiFi ok. The hotel is in a great location, our room was quiet , and 10 minutes walk from the ferry. The area seemed safe. All this for £14 per night, is fantastic value. The hotel can also organise a taxi to the airport for 25,000 Ts. Definitely stay here again.
    Lee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $35
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 275 reviews
    Absolutely loved this hostel! The owners and staff are the loveliest people. The location is great and very safe. There are cafes, restaurants and a supermarket nearby. 15min walk to the beach. The breakfast was really nice. I stayed in the female dorm and it was very clean and spacious. I will definitely be going back at the end of my trip!
    Sophia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 327 reviews
    Great location, very comfortable, clean bathrooms. Friendly staff. The hostel is open 24/7!
    PARK
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $18
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 567 reviews
    Best hostel i've seen in Tanzania, great services, well located, very clean, good staff, good air condition, and breakfast included, thanks Safe and Feelbe
    Hakim Says
    Solo traveler

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