Hotels in Dar es Salaam

Exploring Dar es Salaam

Where old Africa meets new, Dar es Salaam is a destination in its own right. It’s far more than just a city by the glittering blue waters of the Indian Ocean where holidaymakers stopover on their way to Zanzibar or safari. Its picturesque harbour, sandy beaches, and authentic food markets can compete with many a better-travelled destination, while culinary delights and great shopping can be had on nearly every street corner. Enjoy the city’s eclectic mix of African, Arab, Indian, and European influences, all the while knowing Zanzibar and other idyllic islands are just a short ferry ride away.

Accommodations in Dar es Salaam

There is a range of options for all travelers. The most popular hotel in Dar es Salaam is the Fig Tree Residences, which has been booked 5 times from our Hotels.com verified guests. Our guests also highly recommended Johari Rotana in Dar es Salaam as it has been reserved 5 times.

Dar es Salaam also has a plethora of luxury accommodation options for travellers looking to get pampered and enjoy top-notch facilities. Check out Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel and Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro.

Sightseeing in Dar es Salaam

- Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens

The Botanical Gardens were established in 1893 by Professor Stuhlman, the first Director of Agriculture, and were initially used as a testing ground for cash crops. They're still home to the Horticultural Society, which tends the indigenous and exotic plants, including scarlet flame trees, several species of palm, cycads and jacaranda.

- National Museum of Tanzania

Head to the National Museum to learn about Tanzania's past and its mosaic of cultures, including the Shirazi civilisation of Kilwa, the Zanzibar slave trade, and the German and British colonial periods.

Transportation in Dar es Salaam

Julius Nyerere International Airport is served internationally and is 10 kilometres from the centre of the city. Most hotels will provide an airport shuttle on request. One of the beauties of Dar es Salaam is that, if you base yourself centrally, many eye-catching destinations are reachable on foot. However, if you want to take the weight off your feet, there is no shortage of government-regulated taxis operating in the city, to be found on most streets. For the more daring, Indian-style auto rickshaws also operate.