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Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel in Dar es Salaam with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center, an IHG Hotel, blends ocean views with city energy. Guests can enjoy spa massages, relax by the pool, or dine with scenic views at three restaurants. Rooms offer WiFi, and the hotel library provides books for quiet moments.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is ฿1,950
฿3,321 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, Club lounge access

Room amenity

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, Club lounge access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Minibar)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Minibar)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking, Club lounge access

Room amenity

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking, Club lounge access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Club lounge access

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Club lounge access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Club lounge access

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Club lounge access

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Azikiwe Street/ Upanga Road Jct, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapan 56 Bhog - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Samaki Samaki - City Center (Diamond Plaza) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪AlBasha Lebanese Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG

Upscale hotel located in Kivukoni
At Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room. Indulge in a body treatment, a body wrap and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, ocean views and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a computer station
  • A billiards/pool table, a TV in reception and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 124 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16 for adults and USD 16 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Al Dar Rooftop
  • Bar One
  • Gaucho Restaurant
  • Helipad Beer Garden

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 16 for adults and from USD 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center
Holiday Inn Hotel Dar Es Salaam City Center
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG Dar es Salaam
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG on 11 Nov 2025 start from ฿1,949.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG located?

Located in Kivukoni, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre, Nyumba ya Sanaa, and Askari Monument. Le Grande Casino and Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre are also within 15 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 407 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Khalifa Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibukunoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast option was great. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and santized
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to experience the heart of the city on a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at the holiday Inn! Went above our standards. No complaints whatsoever!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here several times and have enjoyed the staff who are exceptional. On this occasion our room wasn’t as nice as before. All in all, the staff makes the difference.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pravin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

aziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Adequate is the word that comes to mind. Unfortunately due to road construction access is restricted
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Haroon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Prince

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs renovation, no hot water you have to run a shower for two hours to get warm water in a shower, breakfast included but was never available . Air conditioning was too noisy .Otherwise our stay was okay and staff was amazing

6/10 Okay

Fares

Old furniture
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jake

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled strongly of cigarettes
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Manickaraj

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleanliness has to be improved a lot and lot. Beds are with disguisting smell
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower did not drain properly so I was standing in water
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Idoko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t check in and my card was charged, i reached out to the support and I was ignored, I had to block my debit card because they kept charging continuously, very unprofessional of them.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abechi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t check into the hotel or country and my card was charged for a day or two. i reached out to the support for a refund but i was ignored.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Amenities
A very clean and quiet Hotel. The food in the restaurant, breakfast as well as dinner, was very good and tasty. The whole staff is helpfull and friendly. What I liked most was the Roof Top Bar with the view over Dar es Salaam City center
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mahamoud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
C'est juste le Wi-Fi qui a avait quelques soucis
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sifa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building is smoking building, the rooms are smelling bad!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Radhia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We certainly enjoyed our stay at this holiday Inn. The staff were amazing, responsive, and very professional. The facilities can do with some upgrading, but nothing that took away from our vacation. Would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trungtin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Holiday Inn Dar es Salaam was great! My favorite part was their 24/7 kitchen and room service. Also, there rooftop bar was nice and a great way to relax at the end of the day. I will book this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibukunoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, would recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast selection was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025