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Hotel Blue Sapphire

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished - Hotel Blue Sapphire (Dar es Salaam)
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At Hotel Blue Sapphire, indulge in a massage at the onsite spa or enjoy free WiFi and coffee/tea in the lobby. With a free roundtrip airport shuttle, extended parking, and tour/ticket assistance available to help plan your day.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is P9,608
P11,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14

Why we love this property

Tasty dining options
This hotel offers delicious variety with a restaurant, cafe, and bar. Culinary adventures begin with a buffet breakfast to start the day.
Warm designer sleep
Heated floors elevate this hotel's individually curated guestrooms. Blackout drapes, turndown service, and 24-hour room service ensure perfect comfort.
Work meets relaxation
This hotel combines business essentials like meeting rooms and 24-hour services with indulgent spa treatments, massages, and a vibrant lounge.

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Julius K. Nyerere Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Ilala Market - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Tanzania National Stadium - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 10 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 2 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Air Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bao Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bao Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Located just 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the airport, Hotel Blue Sapphire offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared refrigerator
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Spa services
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Blue Sapphire offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Blue Sapphire 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.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a 50% charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 50% charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (9-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Blue Sapphire and nearby?

Hotel Blue Sapphire has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Reviews

Hotel Blue Sapphire Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, easy to arrange, and provided by friendly and courteous drivers. (12 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet offered extensive choices and cooked-to-order eggs. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Airport
Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Breakfast
Transportation
Shower
Food
Flights
Air conditioning

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A pleasant stay from the moment I was picked up from the airport until they dropped me off at the airport. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly. Always my go to overnight stay when I am flying through Dar.
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

BLUE SAPPHIRE IS A GREAT PLACE TO STAY

GREAT FOOD, FRIENDLY STAFF, AND LARGE CLEAN ROOM. ALSO, NO CHARGE AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION, AND THAT IS A GOOD DEAL. WOULD DEFINATELY STAY AGAIN.
Charles J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Blue Sapphire has a friendly and helpful staff. I always feel welcomed and comfortable there!
Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to airport and value for money
Joel Sumithra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was VERY polite and accomodating.
Tabitha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The area was very close to the airport
Lucy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. Clean, spacious rooms. My second stay. Close to airport. Unfortunately, the free airport pickup did not arrive (checked twice and tried calling hotel 2x with no luck) and I had to take a taxi (10 USD).
Kristin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Room service came quickly. Food was really good.
Tabitha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great for quick stopover near the airport
Julius, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very kind and accommodating to us during our day layover in Dar es Salaam. We arrived at 2:30am and they let us check and sleep until the next afternoon.
Brad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place

Awesome. Thank you.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Property & Next to Airport
rahul, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location for the airport but the access road is so bad you l
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Must Must Recommended this property is convenient from Airport & they have Free Pickup & Drop-off service from the airport overall great property to stay. & easy Indian food options available.
Rahul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spent the night in transit. Lovely staff. Would recommend.
Savannah, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I stayed in room 3317. I got bug bites. My wife had major loose motion after having their breakfast buffet. There is also a bad smell in the room and hallways. Staff is super friendly but because of these factors I recommend not staying at this property.
Pragati, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy for airport connections
Julius, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The people were so kind. The food was excellent with vegetarian options. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient for stop overs from the airport. Friendly and very helpful staff.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay when you arrive or on your way to the airport in Dar Es Salaam. A good restaurant option and a very nice buffet for breakfast.
Jill, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was below my expectations
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovey hotel. Not a location if you would like to do some walking.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great
Garry, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

To run down

This place is very run down, would not recommend for the price point. Staff was friendly and the airport shuttle is great
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value

Close to the airport and free 24-hour shuttle service. Lots of very friendly and helpful staff. Deluxe room includes free breakfast buffet with extensive choices and cooked-to-order eggs. Free wi-fi. There are meeting rooms and exercise equipment on site, though we used neither.
Ann, 1-night trip