Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

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Southern Sun Hotels
8.3 (444 reviews)
1 Garden Avenue , Dar es Salaam , tz
+255 22 213 7575

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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:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Room quality could be improved
Some delays in service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Rooms were very clean according to multiple reviews.
Service
8.98
Staff were very friendly and attentive, with multiple mentions of exceptional service.
Location
9.02
Great location near city center and harbor, as mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
7.47
Some reviews mentioned rooms being outdated and a bit musty.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities such as the pool and breakfast quality received positive feedback.
Value for Money
7.46
Value for money was questioned in one review, affecting its score.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Breakfast and the restaurant received positive notes for food quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8.48
A generally positive sentiment with a few notes on minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:34

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the swimming pool, gym, and business center for a well-rounded stay.

Gastronomic Delights
Experience a diverse range of cuisines at Kivulini Restaurant and Baraza Grill, Café & Bar.

Proximity to Attractions
Explore nearby attractions like South Beach and Las Vegas Casino for an unforgettable getaway.

Ready to elevate your stay at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam? Reserve now for a truly memorable experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM
Airport code: DAR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 444 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
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Joana Alice • solo_traveller • cd
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Alisajjad • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Excellent location near the city but far enough. Excellent landscaping and green space. A 5 min walk to walkable waterfront. Excellent breakfast. Nice front desk staff, especially Dorine, who always has a smile!

Cons:

A jacuzzi would have been great. Perhaps more items rotated during breakfast.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Akil • solo_traveller • tz
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Nashe • solo_traveller • mz
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Imran • solo_traveller • tz
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • dk
8
Ligger tæt på lufthavnen
Pros:

Det var et flik personale der hjalp. Og blev hentet ved busstationen midt om natten

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Felister • solo_traveller • tz
10
Pros:

EVERYTHING

Cons:

NOTHING

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • us
7
Good value for money
Pros:

Friendly staff and clean, comfortable room. Great breakfast with wide variety of choices.

Cons:

The outdoor seating area and pool seemed mediocre, with minimal landscaping and views, especially compared to Southern Sun hotels in other locations.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Sam • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Mohammad • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Next to national museum of dar es salaam, but botanical garden is a bit run down

Cons:

Didn't always provide water for free

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Giuliana • couple • it
7
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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ASSMA • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Great stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • gb
10
Really lovely.
Pros:

The hotel was in a better location than I'd anticipated. The rooms were uncluttered and clean, the beds very comfortable and the breakfast was of a good variety and plenty of it. For me it was the staff that made this hotel. They were exceptionally friendly and helpful and couldn't do more for you.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ece • couple • tr
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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carlijn • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

Beautiful and good value

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Giorgia • couple • it
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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joshua • solo_traveller • tz
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Johan • solo_traveller • za
7
Will recommend this hotel.
Pros:

Nice location. The food is great.

Cons:

Rooms small

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • solo_traveller • ke
10
Pros:

The food at breakfast, the friendly and very polite staff, the nice room and comfortable beds.

Cons:

The water heateing kettle to make coffee and tea.
Would love proper nespresso coffee machines.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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McDonald • solo_traveller • tz
8
Fantastic place and enjoyed my stay. I will be there tonight
Pros:

The breakfast is fantastic and the whole hotel is great ans good location 👌

Cons:

Nothing it was great

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee