Top 10 Family Hotels & Accommodation in Dar es Salaam from NZ$124 | Expedia

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Our top choices for Dar es Salaam family-friendly hotels

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1. City Crown Hotel

Kariakoo

NZ$140

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Lobby sitting area

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Gym

2. CBD Hotel

Mchafukoge

Children's pool paradise with spa indulgences offers families playful adventures and refreshing escapes in upscale Dar es Salaam.

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

Property entrance

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

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3. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Upanga East

Rejuvenated coastal haven offers splash-filled fun for kids with dedicated pool, golf adventures, and stellar service nearby beaches.

NZ$137

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

Property amenity

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

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Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

4. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Kivukoni

Savour family togetherness in oceanfront splendour, where kids splash in the outdoor pool while parents unwind at this coastal retreat.

NZ$224

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Outdoor pool

Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

2 bars/lounges

5. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Separate bathtub and shower, rainfall showerhead

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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6. Johari Rotana

Kivukoni

Family-friendly Johari Rotana offers luxury with kids' amenities and ocean views in Dar es Salaam.

NZ$337

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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7. Hotel Nikko Tower

Dar es Salaam City Center

Seaside family escapes with free cots, indoor and outdoor pools at this Dar es Salaam oceanfront retreat.

NZ$88

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Front of property

Superior Room | Jetted bathtub

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | Bathroom

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

8. Harbour View Suites

Mchafukoge

NZ$149

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Dar es Salaam

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Dar es Salaam

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Kivukoni

NZ$224

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ambassador Suite - Sea View / City View | City view from property

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Exterior

Johari Rotana

Kivukoni

NZ$337

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

Outdoor pool

Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

2 bars/lounges

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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Exterior detail

Interior

Fitness facility

City Crown Hotel

Kariakoo

NZ$140

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Property entrance

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Exterior

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Upanga East

NZ$137

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

Lobby sitting area

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Gym

CBD Hotel

Mchafukoge

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

Children’s play area – outdoor

BBQ/picnic Area

Front of property

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Hotel Slipway

Masaki

NZ$254

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

View from property

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Lobby sitting area

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Chelsea Hotel

Kariakoo

NZ$131

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Front of property

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Ocean views

Harbour View Suites

Mchafukoge

NZ$149

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

Lounge

Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, massages on the beach, body wraps

Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, massages on the beach, body wraps

Mediterraneo Hotel & Restaurant

Mbezi Beach

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Dar es Salaam

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ambassador Suite - Sea View / City View | City view from property

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Exterior

Johari Rotana

Kivukoni

NZ$337

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

Property amenity

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Property amenity

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Kivukoni

NZ$224

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Property entrance

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Exterior

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Upanga East

NZ$137

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

Outdoor pool

Terrace/patio

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

2 bars/lounges

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

Children’s play area – outdoor

BBQ/picnic Area

Front of property

Interior

Hotel Slipway

Masaki

NZ$254

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Lobby sitting area

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Gym

CBD Hotel

Mchafukoge

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

Front of property

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Ocean views

Harbour View Suites

Mchafukoge

NZ$149

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

Lounge

Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, massages on the beach, body wraps

Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, massages on the beach, body wraps

Mediterraneo Hotel & Restaurant

Mbezi Beach

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Standard Room | Living area

Best Western Jangwani Sea Breeze Hotel

Dar es Salaam

NZ$104

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

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Hotel Nikko Tower

Dar es Salaam City Center

NZ$88

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

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Top Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Hotel Slipway

Hotel Slipway

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel slipway had the cleanest nicest room with a great view on the water the best restaurants the boat to bongoyo Island was right there. The staff was so helpful and friendly and helped me find my Apple Watch when I lost it. I highly recommend this hotel best hotel in Dar!"

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

8/10 Good

"A relatively nice place but needs some significant updating and TLC. Bed linen and sheets are very poor quality and seem very old. Lots of spots around the room with wires hanging, or plaster no painted over etc.. Rather unusual shower made out of doors! Location is good for most things"

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam

8/10 Good

"The bed mattress need replacing, could not sleep all night"

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel in Dar-es-Salaam. Friendly staff, brilliant breakfast. Very safe and great security. 5minutes to Zanzibar Ferry. Highly recommended..."

Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club

Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend this place. Great place to stay and staff is very helpful. I would definitely go back there."

Frequently asked questions

What's Dar es Salaam like for family-friendly holidays?

If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Dar es Salaam is a good choice. The cycling trails, boating and seafood restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.), which is the closest airport, or Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), which is located 41.9 mi (67.4 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Dar es Salaam?

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the children include Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam and Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel.

How many family hotels should I expect to find in Dar es Salaam?

Expedia has 32 hotels in Dar es Salaam that are perfect for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Dar es Salaam?

The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 25°C. The snowiest months in Dar es Salaam are August, January, February and March, with each month seeing an average of 142 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Dar es Salaam?

While you are visiting Dar es Salaam, you and the family may want to explore some interesting spots such as Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, Kariakoo Market and Port of Dar es Salaam. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Tanzania National Stadium and The Slipway.

What's the best way for us to get around Dar es Salaam?

To venture out into the surrounding area, take a train from Dar Es Salaam Central Station. Dar es Salaam might not have many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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