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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. The property is around 8.8 miles from Kunduchi Water Park, 6 miles from Village Museum and 7 miles from Tazara Railway Station. The hostel features family rooms. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a patio. Guests at The Nest Haven Hostel can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. National Museum and House of Culture is 7.3 miles from the accommodation, while Water World is 8 miles away. Julius Nyerere International Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

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Property highlights

Breakfast Info

Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
7.9
Free Wifi
6.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lenna
    Kenya Kenya
    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......
  • Erlend
    Norway Norway
    Nice staff, Good breakfast, wifi okay, all pretty good. Moved to gallivanter hostel when I returned to Dar a week later because I wanted to see how it was in a different hostel. Wish I didn't. Now I wished I booked nest haven again instead. Oh well.
  • Elijah
    Kenya Kenya
    The host is friendly and very accommodating. She even offered to give us a discount! She was very understanding and helpful. The wifi was very strong and good. The place is also very quiet and peaceful.
  • Fisiafrica
    Kenya Kenya
    The Hostel was clean with a friendly host who really assisted me in commuting around Dar es salaam town. I strongly recommend The Haven Hostel to all Hostel and Backpackers lovers visiting Dar es salaam.
  • Andrea
    Venezuela Venezuela
    Maria was the best. for real! don’t hesitate to come, she treats so so well and is there to help you anytime.
  • Zambetakis
    Kenya Kenya
    I really liked the hospitality and peaceful environment
  • Damon
    Singapore Singapore
    I think it’s great that the stay included breakfast, while simple it is definitely filling. The best part of the stay has got to be the staff itself and here, I would like to commend Maria for the care given to me especially when I unfortunately...
  • Chege
    Kenya Kenya
    The host Maria was very helpful, with information to navigate through the city. The hostel was very clean and I loved it.
  • Betty
    Kenya Kenya
    Breakfast was okay. The rooms were clean. People were nice
  • Joseph
    Tanzania Tanzania
    The staffs were really nice and welcoming, it was easy to get help from them, my stay felt like home

Area info

Amenities of The Nest Haven Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Cooking class
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Express check-in/out
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of $25 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Adult (18+ years)
    Extra bed upon request
    $5 per person, per night

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 45 years old
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    A damage deposit of $25 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about The Nest Haven Hostel

    • The prices at The Nest Haven Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Nest Haven Hostel is 4.3 miles from the center of Dar es Salaam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Nest Haven Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cooking class
    • Guests staying at The Nest Haven Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 2.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • À la carte
      • Breakfast to go
    • Check-in at The Nest Haven Hostel is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.