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The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center

3.5 star property
City centre Dar es Salaam hotel with restaurant

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Suite | Private kitchenette
Studio | Private kitchenette
Reception
Television
Suite | View from room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Train station drop-off service
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Studio | View from room

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, Smoking, Park View

Standard Single Room, Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Samora, Azikiwe Av NSSF House 1st Floor, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 11 min walk
  • Kariakoo Market - 3 min drive
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Palm - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oriental - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chai Wala Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center

Located near a train station, The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center is a great choice for a stay in Dar es Salaam. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 30 (one-way)
  • Transfer service fee per child: USD 0 (one-way)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle, train station pick-up and train station drop-off services are offered for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Amariah Boutique City Center
Amariah Boutique City Center Dar es Salaam
Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center
Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Dar es Salaam
The Amariah City Center
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Hotel
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Dar es Salaam
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (8-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center and nearby?
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?
Yes, Restaurant offers international cuisine.
What's the area around The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center like?
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center is in Kisutu, a short 8-minute walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and 11 minutes' walk from Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre.

The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

22:30pm my door was opened by the receptionist, they then poked something through the door to unlock the safety latch. And just walked into my room, I got out of bed to ask what they were doing, they said "oh, I thought you were still out" and left. In the morning the same staff member was on reception, no apology or explanation was given.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.
The hotel and staff was great. I didn't know where to go to get a local simcard, but I was escorted by the hotel staff to a nearby telecom shop. Also, the AC was cold and the wifi was fast. The hotel is located near many attractions such as the Zanzibar Ferry.
Trungtin, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location was great. Comfortable spacious room. Great and helpful staff.
Sylvia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good location, cold water.
Hotel located in the city center, quite old, water was cold.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Okay, so I spent a week and a half here and here’s my review: breakfast was great and it’s free, the room I booked was nice and the AC was OK. The WiFi worked OK, but was spotty in the evenings. I ordered room service a lot and they provided great service and the food was delicious. Customer service was top notch. Will I stay here again? Yes. I recommend it. No hotel is 100% perfect. For the price, it was well worth the stay.
5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Closer to everything in town
It's in the middle of downtown, closer to almost everything in town. The hotel is clean and good WiFi connection They have good customer service
ERNEST, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice Small Boutique Style Hotel
Clean spacious rooms and friendly service. Reliable wifi. However, poor window insulation resulting in excessive noise into room. Would suggest taking rooms facing back of building instead of main road.
Larry Hsin Miao, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Not built as a hotel so has some limitations. Overall hr was food value for money
john, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Basic hotel in the middle of the city.
It looks better on the pictures. The entrance to the hotel is difficult to spot, being narrow and not exclusive to it (but it is shared with other businesses in the building). There is carpet from wall to wall, that over the years has gathered dust and smell, that is why the personnel of the hotel is always with an air-freshener in hand, to mediate the situation. The breakfast is no thrills, very basic just to tick the list of services offered.
Nikolaos, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff hospitality was second to none, and they could not do more to assist.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just checked in at 1am. Everything so far is great. Especially the stafff
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The hotel ambiance is very good. Entrance to hotel is very busy, noisy and a bit uncomfortable or intimidating for travelers entering or exiting the hotel. Staff is great. The food is excellent.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Unexpected
We got moved to the sister Hotel in the North of Dar Es Salaam. The Hotel is quite new and the facilities are great for a boutique hotel. We did however miss out out on the closeness to the city center and had to spend a lot of time in traffic. Rooms are clean and the food is good, WiFi standard. Some issues with bugs - I hope they fumigate the place soon. The hotel in the north will probably do better as Dar develops - its close to many of the new developments.
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jewels of Africa
It was amazing stay, clean, personal attention to service for me, very good location and the price was excellent for the quality
Julie, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

I didnt like that during breakfast, every time I order eggs, yolks were always missing. Every egg I ordered was white like snow. I wonder why yolks are being removed! I asked but seems to be a mistery why yolks from eggs disappears!
Jessica, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Small hotel in the city close to ferry port, service was great by the employees Only that the bed was harder than usual
Jay, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay, amazing staff, very comfortable
Had a great stay a few months ago, just stayed again. Staff very professional and warm and welcoming, remembered me well. Room has everything you could need, very clean and quiet. Great breakfast made to order, and quick and friendly airport transfers. Will definitely stay again
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great Hotel, friendly Staff, and Helpful too.
enjoyed Dar es Salam, would have liked a local guide book to restaurants, bars, tourist spots, you no the one with the maps as well. No bar at the hotel, but no suggestions on where to go to find one. Truthfully we only stayed in Dar on way to ZZBar, had we known how much more to do on ZZBar, we would have skipped Dar completely.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

stay was comfortable. food variety limited but quality was o.k. Staff were helpful and courteous.Location was convenient. More suitable for business travellers. Not great in ambience.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great staff make it hard to write a bad review
Quite spacious room and clean without being perfect. Had issues with my shower in two fo the three rooms I stayed in. It's no drama though, you let them know and they will either change your room or fix it, but just like with anything in Tanzania - everything is pole pole (slowly, slowly) so just don't expect it to be done quickly. All staff speak very good English and stay was comfortable even though I had to change rooms.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice "local" Hotel
Nice clean hotel would not give it more than 3 stars and for $170 you can find much better in Dar. Also asked to be picked up at the airport and was heavily over charged - this is unusual to be over charged by the hotel and not by a taxi in the street. So i won't stay here again will go yo the Holiday Inn or New African.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Impeccable service.
Stayed for 2 nights. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Verified Expedia guest review