Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Johari Rotana

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. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also feature a river view. Guest rooms have a wardrobe. Guests at Johari Rotana can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and sun terrace. Guests can rent a car to explore the area, use the business centre, or read the newspapers available on site. Kariakoo Market is 2.1 km from Johari Rotana, while Tanzania National Stadium is 7 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Rotana Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Rotana Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Dar es Salaam
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Moises
    Spain Spain
    The room was big enough, and had a large table to work. Excellent shower, very good breakfast and lovely swimmingpool The Cafe at the ground floor is a good place to have meetings and enjoy good coffee with excellent service.
  • Engstrom
    Sweden Sweden
    Good location, good standard, good gym and good breakfast
  • Judy
    Kenya Kenya
    The hotel staff was very friendly especially Baraka - reception, Baraka - waiter, Frank & Edinah at the reception. Everyone at the hotel was pleasant. The hotel rooms were very spacious & beautiful. The hotel view is gorgeous.
  • Kellow
    Tanzania Tanzania
    the chinese restaurant superb the waitress Was so kind we had an amaizing time
  • David
    Poland Poland
    all was perfect, very professional service, excellent brekafats and great hot spot restaurant!
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great facilities and spacious room. Good breakfast. Nice view at night
  • Imo
    Mozambique Mozambique
    Nice reception. Good rooms and big, nice restaurant on 8th floor
  • Jane
    United States United States
    The staff especially at the front/check in desk and the staff in the breakfast room.
  • Abdullah
    Oman Oman
    Location was great. Staff were great. Always with a smile. Sarah at the restaurant for breakfast was charming
  • Anela
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very comfortable hotel with friendly staff, airport service, an excellent breakfast buffet, clean and comfortable rooms and a lovely poolbar on the 8th floor. A true oasis in Dar es Salaam!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
4 restaurants on site

  • ZAFARANI ALL DAY DINING
    • Cuisine
      African • Indian • Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Kibo Lobby Lounge
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
  • Hamilton Gastro Pub
    • Cuisine
      American • British
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
  • Noble House
    • Cuisine
      Chinese
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of Johari Rotana
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 4 restaurants
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Bath
  • Shower
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
Johari Rotana takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 12:00 to 13:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$50 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Johari Rotana in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Johari Rotana

  • Yes, Johari Rotana is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Johari Rotana is 0.6 miles from the centre of Dar es Salaam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Johari Rotana may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Johari Rotana can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
  • Check-in at Johari Rotana is from 14:00, and check-out is until 13:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Johari Rotana offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Games room
    • Neck massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Hand massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Couples massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Fitness
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage
    • Full body massage
    • Head massage
  • Room options at Johari Rotana include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Studio
    • Apartment
    • Twin
  • Johari Rotana has 4 restaurants:

    • Kibo Lobby Lounge
    • ZAFARANI ALL DAY DINING
    • Noble House
    • Hamilton Gastro Pub