Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Nice location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room conditions
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and old rooms.
Service
9.1
The staff is described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
8.64
Convenient location with easy access to restaurants and beaches.
Room Quality
7.59
Issues with some rooms feeling old and not functioning well.
Amenities
8.12
Good amenities like breakfast and self-service laundry, though some issues reported.
Value for Money
8.08
Generally decent value with some positive remarks, but a few areas needing improvement.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Breakfast positively noted, but some guests feel it has declined in quality.
Overall Experience
8.3
Mixed experiences with notable positives and significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:42

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Hotel Totara in Dar es Salaam offers a 4-star experience with free bikes, an outdoor pool, and a garden. The rooms feature modern amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Some units even have balconies with city views, perfect for relaxation.

Convenient Services

With a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi, guests are well taken care of at Hotel Totara. Enjoy room service and luggage storage for a hassle-free stay. The hotel's prime location allows easy access to Cocoa Beach and Msasani Beach for a memorable experience.

Leisure Activities

Guests can make the most of their stay by cycling around Dar es Salaam or exploring nearby attractions like Yacht Club Beach. After a day of adventures, unwind in the serene ambiance of the hotel's terrace or take a refreshing dip in the pool.

Book your stay at Hotel Totara for a luxurious and convenient experience in Dar es Salaam.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 573 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Marton • couple • hu
9
Pros:

Garden and swimming pool

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Matovu • couple • ug
9
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • ch
9
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Museeb • solo_traveller • in
6
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • ch
8
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Maitane • couple • es
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stepan • couple • ru
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • tz
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Winmin Epiphanie • family_with_children • tz
8
Agréable !
Pros:

Petit dej simple et copieux, personnel très accueillant !

Cons:

Pas de mini shampoo dans la salle d’eau

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Arto • couple • fi
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Zaharat • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Saleh • couple • za
8
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Tibor Csaba • extended_group • hu
7
Pros:

A reggeli bőséges és változatos

Cons:

Sajnos a medence nagyon koszos volt volt hogy óriási hajcsomó úszót a vízben látszott hogy nincsen napiszinten takarít a.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Eyman • couple • tz
10
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Zsolt • couple • hu
10
Pros:

Nice staff, clean room, beautiful garden.i like this hotel ☺️

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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Beeman • couple • tz
10
We always enjoy staying at Hotel Totera whether it is a short visit or longer.
Pros:

The receptionists at the front desk are always very welcoming when we arrive.
We stay often enough at your hotel that many of your staff remember us and are so kind and greet us warmly.
Sofia and the staff in the breakfast area are so helpful and always want to help us. They are very attentive and kind and are excited to see us when we return.

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • couple • it
9
Rientrato dal Safari ottimo per soggiorno diurno prima del volo notturno
Pros:

Perfetto per transito giornaliero prima della partenza con volo notturno.

Cons:

Tutto come da descrizione

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • couple • fr
9
My 2nd home
Pros:

Very nice place, cozy
Comfortable room
Friendly staff
International guests
Quiet district but close to animated places

Cons:

Breakfast is good, but same every day

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Zsolt • couple • hu
10
2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Francis • couple • tz
9
2025-12-26 • via Nuitee