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Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

4.0 star property
Dar es Salaam hotel with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool

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In the heart of Kivukoni, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offers an inviting stay with a full breakfast and international cuisine at two on-site restaurants. Relax by the pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas or explore the nearby Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is P10,503
P12,683 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Executive Room

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Garden Avenue, PO Box 80022, Dar es Salaam, 0000

What's nearby

  • Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Askari Monument - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 31 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 22 min walk
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jahazi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Citrus Bar & Pool - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

When visiting Dar es Salaam, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Kivulini, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 152 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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
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Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Onsite self parking (fees apply)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Limited self and valet parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Shopping center shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 4:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 4:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (516 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Kivulini - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Baraza - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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

  • Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Dar es Salaam Southern Sun
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Hotel Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Dar es Salaam
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

Yes, there's free valet parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (18-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam and nearby?

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Southern Sun Dar es Salaam like?

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is in Kivukoni, a short 3-minute walk from Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and 10 minutes' walk from Askari Monument.

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Reviews

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good business hotel
Nikodimos, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great find for the value. The staff treated us very well.
Lee, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good choice for Dar. The service was quite good as was the restaurant.
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Poor value for money

This hotel had been closed for several years and it is at proximity with my business place in Dar es Salam i was therefore eager to be able to finally go there ... but i was so happy that this was just for one night as I could not stand an additional day ...honestly very poor value for money ... i can t understand how u can close for two years and not revamp the hotel fully ...this is like cleaning a old hotel with no new tech or anything , noisy AC , very humid
Thierno, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Tesis genel olarak çok düzenli, temiz ve güvenliydi
Gökhan Berk, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

very accommodating staff. Great pool and garden. Great bed. Delicious breakfast . Super clean
s., 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ein sehr gut gelegenes Hotel in sicherer Umgebung. Sehr sauber, große Zimmer, gute Ausstattung. Sehr abwechslungsreiches Frühstück.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice area

Excellent hotel and brilliant staff
AMANPREET, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

They welcome you during check in with a bottle of cold water. Breakfast is excellent and includes fresh coconut juice as well as other standard items. Very nice veranda for informal meetings near the pool. Pick up and drop from airport was very efficient. The park next door is an amazing place - must be enjoyed. Altogether a relaxing and efficient stay
David, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Had a wonderful stay Hotel not far from city enjoyed our stay Staff friendly and very helpful
Usha, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It is closer to the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre
Levers, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Quiet location near work, only disadvantage for tourists would be the pool area doesn’t get much sun at all
11-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel, situated perfectly for both meeting with business partners and government
3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Good location and friendly service. Cleanliness is OK. However the hotel is being refurbished in spite of the need for a full renovation. Doesn't comply with a 4 star hotel by Southern Sun. Serious issue with ventilation as the main lobby and restaurant area smell like fish. Corridors and rooms smell fungus, and I had to keep the room window open all the time.
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Holiday in Tanzania

Great hotel to stay when organizing for a safari in our of the bush or heading to Pemba or Zanzibar.
Guy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I travel all the time, and the Southern Sun is by far my favorite hotel. The staff treat you like family. The food is great. The rooms are very nice, clean, and comfortable. I highly recommend the hotel.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and friendly.

This is a very friendly and nice hotel. The rooms are modern, very comfortable and clean with good Wi-Fi and TV with decent channels. The best surprise of this hotel was the excellent restaurant for dinner. The menu was diverse and food was excellent and beautiful presentation. High compliments to the dinner chef. I had an Indian dinner that was exquisite and grilled fish dinner special that was cooked to perfection. I also appreciated that they let me extend my check out time since my flight wasn’t until later. They were so friendly about it all. The pool area is pleasant and the garden next door offers a nice walk.
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food and service. The staff Really customer oriented
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly like been at home...….
Derrick, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam Dec 2018

Very convenient. Will stay here again.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good place

Good large hotel in the downtown area, excellent breakfast in the morning. Close to the botanical gardens, which is nice. Clean, a bit old fashioned .
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended remote business POP

Great positioning and more than suitable point-of-presence from which to conduct business and entertain guests.
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay and great service

I had a lovely stay at the Southern Sun. The service is terrific, very friendly, great cleaning. The breakfast is SO delicious. And, they are close to shops, and also the board walk along Barack Obama Rd for sunset runs.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Day Room Layover

I came after a safari and trip to Zanzibar while waiting for my international flight home. It was perfect for my needs.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Awesome stay

Great!
4-night trip