Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

7.9
Very good (421 reviews) |
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Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Overview

  • outdoor swimming pool
  • airport shuttle
  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • fitness center
  • restaurant
  • free parking
  • spa
  • bar
  • very good breakfast

Intro

Offering a convenience store and a restaurant, the prestigious 5-star Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel lies in a business neighborhood, approximately 15 minutes' walk from Darch and 2.1 miles from such cultural places of interest as Selander Bridge. Located relatively close to Nyumba ya Sanaa Art Center, the hotel provides a swimming pool, a sauna, spa therapy, and a shared lounge.

Rooms

This Dar es Salaam property features 230 rooms with a modern-style interior featuring sound-proofed windows, along with such modern amenities as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is an individual safe, a mini-fridge-bar, coffee and tea making equipment provided. Featuring a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, the bathrooms also come with hair dryers and dressing gowns. The rooms of the Dar es Salaam hotel look out over the Indian Ocean.

Relax

With a golf course, guests can stay fit at the Serena Dar es Salaam. Business travelers will have access to a conference room provided on site.

Location

The non-smoking hotel is situated in the very heart of Dar es Salaam 0.3 miles from Princess Casino. Natural attractions in the area include Coco Beach, about a 10-minute drive from the excellent Serena, and a beach is only 8 minutes' walk away.

Eat

The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. It also features a terrace for guests' comfort. YMCA Hostel Dar es Salaam Cafeteria is situated within walking distance of this luxurious hotel.

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Rooms

Superior Double Room
Room size: 33 m2
Max capacity: +
Standard Double Room
Room size: 33 m2
Max capacity: +
Executive Double Room
Room size: 39 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Fitness centre

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Reviews

Tourist VR

92 /100 (268 reviews)
4 /5 (726 reviews)
8.2 8.2 /10 (317 reviews)
7.9/10 Very good (421 reviews)
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Categories

  • Cleanliness 8.2
  • Comfort 8.3
  • Facilities 8
  • Free WiFi 8.5
  • Location 8.9
  • Total 7.8
  • Value for money 7.7
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Ava

9.2/10
We loved the hotel’s cleanliness and excellent staff. The gym was well equipped, and the breakfast spread was delightful. The location near the golf course made for a peaceful stay, away from traffic noises. We appreciated how the staff assisted us in securing ferry tickets to Zanzibar.
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Christopher

9.4/10
The breakfast buffet featured a delightful array of local and international dishes, all prepared with care. I was particularly impressed by the attentive and friendly staff, who consistently went above and beyond to ensure my comfort throughout my visit.
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Zoe

9.8/10
The breakfast spread was delightful, offering a variety of tasty options, and the hotel facilities, including the gym and pool, were top-notch and well-maintained. The property is situated in a convenient location with easy access to business districts, and we loved the charm of the old-world décor complemented by modern amenities.
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Alex

9.2/10
The cleanliness of the rooms was impressive, and the staff were friendly and attentive, making our experience even better. We also enjoyed the fitness facilities and the delicious breakfast each morning.
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Location

Ohio Street
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. PPF Tower 440 m (1444 ft)
  • 2. St. Joseph's Cathedral 1.29 km (4232 ft)
  • 3. Askari Monument 640 m (2100 ft)
  • 4. Nyumba ya Sanaa 510 m (1673 ft)
  • 5. Azania Front Lutheran Church 950 m (3117 ft)
  • 6. Masjid Maamur Mosque 590 m (1936 ft)
  • 7. Upanga Jamatkhana 930 m (3051 ft)
  • 8. Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque مسجد 1.09 km (3576 ft)
  • 9. Ngazija Mosque 670 m (2198 ft)
  • 10. Darkhana Jamat Khana 1.02 km (3346 ft)
  • 1. Deli At Encore 490 m (1608 ft)
  • 2. Akemi Revolving Restaurant 360 m (1181 ft)
  • 3. Cafe 43 670 m (2198 ft)
  • 4. Kibo Bar 410 m (1345 ft)
  • 5. The Hub 410 m (1345 ft)
  • 6. Mainland China 880 m (2887 ft)
  • 7. Mamboz Sizgrill 2.73 km (1.70 mi.)
  • 1. Posta 500 m (1640 ft)
  • 2. posta stand 620 m (2034 ft)
  • 3. Posta ya Zamani 1.13 km (3707 ft)
  • 4. City Council 1.23 km (4035 ft)
  • 5. posta stand 620 m (2034 ft)
  • 6. Posta ya Zamani 1.13 km (3707 ft)
  • 7. City Council 1.23 km (4035 ft)
  • 8. Stesheni 1.55 km (5085 ft)
Mosque
DSM (Aly Khan Road)
Working hours
5:00 AM–9:00 PM
Museum
Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road (Opposite tiGO Tanzania HQ)
Working hours
Mo-Fr 10:00-20:00
Church
Sokoine Drive
Working hours
7:00 AM–5:00 PM