Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

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Southern Sun Hotels
8.3 (429 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Some reviews mentioned rooms being outdated and a bit musty.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 429 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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Giorgia • couple • it
8
2026-08-15 • 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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joshua • solo_traveller • tz
10
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
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Samira • solo_traveller • be
8
Un hôtel humain...
Pros:

La gentillesse du personnel, c’est ce que je retiendrai.

Cons:

Le prix de la nuitée 120 euros, excessivement cher.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • tz
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Sinampande • couple • ke
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Manel tarraco • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Limpieza y comodidad de la habitacion

Cons:

El desayuno, era muy pobre, sin fruta tropical y con 2 zumos y ambos de botella no naturales.
Poca variedad de platos calientes.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • za
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Catalina • couple • cl
8
Buen lugar para hacer una parada en dar es salaam
Pros:

Buen desayuno y en general es un hotel antiguo bien estándar en los distintos aspectos

Cons:

El aire acondicionado fue difícil de controlar

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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rodriguez • family_with_children • yt
9
Nous ne sommes resté qu'une seule nuit pour prendre notre vol tôt le lendemain matin.
Pros:

Bon petit déjeuné. Personnel agréable et à votre écoute. Chambre confortable.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

They provided us with a bottle of prosecco in the room as we were celebrating our honeymoon which was a lovely touch! All staff were friendly and kind and the rooms were clean and a nice size.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Zara • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very comfortable and clean. Delicious breakfast

Cons:

Room was small

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Eddie Mors • solo_traveller • ke
10
Pros:

The hotel is very beautiful, friendly staff.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • ke
8
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Axel • extended_group • kz
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Erika • family_with_children • es
10
Muy buena calidad precio
Pros:

Tiene un patio con piscina con árboles y plantas muy bonitas. Está al lado del jardín botánico, se puede pasar desde el hotel al jardín. Las habitaciones son cómodas y la comida es muy buena.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • ie
9
Great hotel in good location
Pros:

Restaurant, lobby, food, pool area

Cons:

Some building work going on outside which was annoying at times. The adjoining botanic gardens are closed which was a shame

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Imran • solo_traveller • tz
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee