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The Vatican Experience is a recently renovated villa in Dar es Salaam where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge. Located in the Sinza district, the property provides guests with access to a sauna and a hot tub. The villa features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. The villa provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. For guests with children, The Vatican Experience offers a baby safety gate. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the villa. Tanzania National Stadium is 7.7 miles from the accommodation, while Kunduchi Water Park is 10 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport, 7.5 miles from The Vatican Experience.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Swimming pool


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4:
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 5:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 6:
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.0
High score for Dar es Salaam
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paul
    Romania Romania
    Very friendly staff and amazing facilities. The room was spacious, modern and had all the neccessary things for a great stay
  • Metili
    Tanzania Tanzania
    If you are seriously looking for an awesome stay, with a very considerate and understanding host, and a blend of amazing amenities for the best value, then this is your place to be.
  • Lavina
    Tanzania Tanzania
    All over the stay was good just house cleaner dint showed up until we go n call her… With her we were very disappointed
  • Somtochukwu
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very happy with my stay at the Vatican experience. The property was well maintained with many rooms for the group and my family loved the spacious balcony. The rooms were very big, tidy and air conditioned. Steve and his team were very...
  • Eva
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host was exceptional, Steve and his team were very accommodating to our needs. The property was presented to a very high standard. The rooms were very spacious, clean and air conditioned. The property exceeded all expectations and it was in...
  • Betty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was spacious, awesome, clean close to amnemities. The host was exceptional, understanding and considerate. We enjoyed our stay.
  • Christopher
    Australia Australia
    The pool was great and the gardens were beautiful. It was also very close to the shopping mall which was handy.
  • C
    Calvin
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Very tidy and lovely apartment equipped with everything you need. A good bed and nice bathroom. Baraka is a great person and there when you need him, Very nice and wants to share all hé know about the area. We had a great stay! Ofcoz

Hosted by T. S. Mruma

8.9
8.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
T. S. Mruma
Our villa is designed with luxury in mind, featuring state-of-the-art amenities and breathtaking views of the city. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, our villa provides the perfect home away from home. In addition to our luxurious accommodations, we offer a wide range of on-site amenities, including a sauna, a sparkling pool and much more. We are committed to providing our guests with a truly exceptional experience. Let us exceed your expectations and make your stay with us a truly memorable one. Book your stay today and discover the true meaning of luxury.
T.S. Mruma, is a professional in matters of diplomacy and various social services and has been working in private organizations as well as the government. Among the non-governmental organizations T.S. Mruma is a project manager and coordinator of the Victoria foundation working in Tanzania. He is experienced in matters of various arrangements concerning national and international guests. Also T.S. Mruma is a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Applied Agricultural Extension, From Sokoine University of Agricultura in Tanzania.
The villa is in a quiet and spacious environment. Five minutes distance and you're embedded in the busy city of Dar es Salaam, therefore you're never too far from the city life but far enough to have a quiet ambience on the terrace/garden and enjoy a quiet evening.
Languages spoken: English,Swahili

Area info

Amenities of The Vatican Experience
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Sauna
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Shared kitchen
    • High chair
    • Dining table
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Private pool
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Outdoor swimming pool
      Spa
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      Food & Drink
      • Room service
      Services & Extras
      • Wake-up service
      Outdoor & View
      • City view
      • Pool view
      • Garden view
      • View
      Building Characteristics
      • Private apartment in building
      Front Desk Services
      • Invoice provided
      • Private check-in/out
      • Express check-in/out
      • 24-hour front desk
      Entertainment & Family Services
      • Baby safety gates
      • Baby safety gates
      Cleaning Services
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Ironing service
      • Laundry
        Additional charge
      Miscellaneous
      • Air conditioning
      • Smoke-free property
      • Family rooms
      • Non-smoking rooms
      Safety & security
      • Key access
      • 24-hour security
      Languages Spoken
      • English
      • Swahili

      House rules
      The Vatican Experience takes special requests – add in the next step!

      Check-in
      From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
      You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
      Check-out
      From 6:00 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.
      Children & Beds

      Child policies

      Children of all ages are welcome.

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

      Crib and extra bed policies

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

      No age restriction
      There's no age requirement for check-in
      Cash only
      This property only accepts cash payments.
      Smoking
      Smoking is not allowed.
      Parties
      Parties/events are not allowed
      Pets
      Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

      Please inform The Vatican Experience of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

      This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

      Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

      FAQs about The Vatican Experience

      • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Vatican Experience (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

        • 12 guests
        • 8 guests

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

      • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Vatican Experience (subject to availability) that have:

        • 4 bedrooms
        • 6 bedrooms

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Vatican Experience on this page.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Vatican Experience on this page.

      • The Vatican Experience offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

        • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
        • Sauna
        • Swimming pool
      • The Vatican Experience is 3.7 miles from the center of Dar es Salaam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Vatican Experience on this page.

      • Check-in at The Vatican Experience is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

      • Yes, The Vatican Experience is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Vatican Experience on this page.