Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

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Southern Sun Hotels
8.3 (383 reviews)
1 Garden Avenue , Dar es Salaam , tz

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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Some reviews mentioned rooms being outdated and a bit musty.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

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 from 1 year old to 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8.3
Based on 383 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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Bejoy • solo_traveller • zm
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Kavira • solo_traveller • ke
8
Pros:

J'ai aimé le service de réception

Cons:

Cleaning,il venait en retard

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Kavira • solo_traveller • ke
6
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Rajani • solo_traveller • gb
6
I will only stay there again if I dont find another hotel in Dar
Pros:

The breakfast was fine, except for guests having their speakers on constantly, which made us hear their conversations. It's supposed to be peaceful at that time, but staff couldn't tell others that they needed to be courteous to other Guests.

Cons:

I don't think Southern Sun offers value for money., The rooms are small, and I would have extended my stay by another 3-4 weeks, which I did to another Hotel nearby. The Duty manager wasn't concerned that I moved out.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Kamukama • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Cleanest

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Kamukama • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Nothing much

Cons:

Thank

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Rajani • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Ikaa • couple • mr
8
Le personnel était aux petits soins.
Pros:

Très bon petit déjeuner

Cons:

La climatisation était un peu bruyante et la ventilation peu efficace dans la salle de bain

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • za
5
Cons:

Top floor has wind sound from chimney. Also no clean towels in gym.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Jesca • couple • za
6
Overall, fair but don’t expect to get 5 star environment
Pros:

Conveniently located

Cons:

Rooms were smaller but again that was commensurate to the amounts charged

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • pt
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Maiken Mushi • family_with_children • no
8
Pros:

Veldig vennlig personale og rene rom.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Simone • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Joana • solo_traveller • cd
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Great service, just the right amount of attentive but not too much.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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SEIF • couple • tz
7
Pros:

The staff are amazing and friendly

Cons:

Room are too tiny

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Meera • solo_traveller • gb
8
Grand hotel with direct access to the botanical garden
Pros:

Lovely hotel - feels very grand. Great location next to the botanical garden although they were under maintenance when I was there. Still, lovely to have all that greenery on the doorstep and wildlife too! Extremely comfortable beds. The staff were lovely and a special thanks to the chef who made a special - and extremely delicious- meal to cater for my specific requirements.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • za
7
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Harsheel • solo_traveller • ke
7
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Tamarah-Jayde • couple • au
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee