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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior
Terrace/patio
The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel in Kivukoni welcomes guests with a free breakfast buffet and convenient access to an adjacent golf course. Visitors enjoy the poolside bar, indulge in spa treatments, or try windsurfing and snorkeling while savoring ocean views from the restaurants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Presidential Suite | In-room dining

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 165 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, City View

Executive Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Business Suite

Business Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
3 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 98 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Garden View

Executive Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, City View

Standard Room, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Diplomatic Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive City View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Located in Kivukoni, a neighbourhood in Dar es Salaam, Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. Mbudya Island and Coco Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and Water World. Wet n Wild Water Park and Dar-es-Salaam Zoo are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and safari tours.
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Map
Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 20 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapan 56 Bhog - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz SizGrill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Great Wall Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Luxury hotel located in Kivukoni
At Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure or a body wrap at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing. In addition to a terrace and shopping on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, concierge services and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 230 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bidets, shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bakers Basket
  • Island Traders
  • Jahazi Restaurant
  • Kibo Bar
  • Serengeti

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 13,121 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: midnight; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 75 per cent of room rate
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 22 May 2025 to 31 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 60685.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 3683.94 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 104175.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: 75 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 60685.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Property Registration Number 20339

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel on 3 Oct 2025 start from NZ$338.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Check-in start time: midnight; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. A 75% fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TZS 104175.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel located?

Located in Kivukoni, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Nyumba ya Sanaa and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre. Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and Askari Monument are also within 10 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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