Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (224 reviews)
Ohio Street , Dar es Salaam , tz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Excellent breakfast
Clean facilities
Good amenities
Cons:
Outdated rooms
Poor internet service
Minor cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Generally clean with some areas noted for improvement.
Service
9.05
Staff were highly praised for friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.09
Good location, although views from certain rooms could vary.
Room Quality
8.04
Rooms were nice but described as a bit outdated.
Amenities
9.07
Good range of facilities including a pool, gym, and dining options.
Value for Money
9.03
Excellent value, especially given the service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Positive remarks on breakfast, but internet service was disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall a pleasant experience with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in spacious, air-conditioned rooms with modern décor and top-notch amenities at Serena Hotel. Enjoy the comfort of a flat-screen TV, minibar, and a private bathroom in every room.

Gourmet Dining Options
Savor a variety of international cuisines at the two on-site restaurants or opt for a poolside dining experience at the Island Trader Bar and Restaurant. Treat yourself to delectable pastries at the patisserie or enjoy lively music at the Kibo Bar.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Relax by the outdoor pool in tropical gardens, work out at the fitness center, or unwind in the sauna. Let the 24-hour front desk and travel desk assist you in organizing excursions. With free private parking and an airport shuttle service, your stay at Serena Hotel is bound to be seamless.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Serena Hotel!

Important information:

The hotel is currently undergoing guest rooms renovations of all rooms, being done in phases.
The works started on March 18th, 2025 between 10am to 4pm everyday and some rooms have since been closed to facilitate the renovation.
Our contractor is expected to complete the renovations within a period of one year. All other facilities within the hotel are operational and guests can continue to enjoy our various services and their stay with us.
Please assist to have this notice on the fine print for your guests to be aware.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DAR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 17 years old and over stay for US$100 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 224 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.09
Room Quality: 8.04
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Biz extended_group us
8
Recommend it for Dar
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, great food and service and great location. Beautiful design

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Abdul solo_traveller ng
8
Is an excellent place to be
Pros:

There should more of entertainment around

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Nasser extended_group qa
10
Thank u
Pros:

The food + service

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Vera Lucia couple fr
9
Muito boa.
Pros:

A comida é deliciosa.

Cons:

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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ROY couple tz
6
Location great. Breakfast great. Ok overall
Pros:

Breakfast very good. Good location. Ro

Cons:

Room seem to be a little worn out. Price too high for room. A few roaches.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline solo_traveller tz
9
Pros:

The Facilities, location and environment.

Cons:

Restaurant staff seem not friendly to selected clients.
However, front office staff and house keeping staff were excellent.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Mohammed solo_traveller om
10
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Dirk Willem solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Jane couple nz
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Nethra extended_group in
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Powkeem solo_traveller mu
9
Very nice stay and agreeable. Staff are very nice.
Pros:

The calm, the grilled fish and the fruits juice namely the watermelon juice

Cons:

None

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Byamugisha solo_traveller ug
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Andyway66 solo_traveller de
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Guy solo_traveller km
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller us
10
Beautiful property and easily accessible.
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable and very accommodating staff.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
M
Mohammed solo_traveller om
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
M
Murtaza F couple ke
10
Pros:

Excellent service and very clean

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
M
Murtaza F couple ke
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Tully solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Staff very professional

Cons:

The water not hot in bathroom

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Andrew extended_group za
10
Pros:

Great staff, friendly and go the extra mile!

2026-06-01 via Nuitee