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A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, nightstand, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a potted plant, and two pendant lights.

1. Magnolia Suites B&B

Kisutu, 1.9 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Exceptional Stay in Tanzania alhamdulillah — Highly Recommended! Our stay at this hotel in Tanzania was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we arrived, we received above-and-beyond hospitality. The entire staff was professional, kind, welcoming, and incredibly attentive to our needs as a family. I truly couldn’t be more grateful for the service we received. The hotel itself is beautiful, exceptionally clean, comfortable, and peaceful, located in a very quiet and welcoming...

Osman

฿2,245

฿2,671 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

A modern gym with various exercise machines, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A breakfast area with wooden tables and chairs, a buffet counter with various food items, and a coffee machine.

2. City Crown Hotel

Kariakoo, 2.2 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Dr. Tony

฿2,146

฿2,554 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the sea through a balcony, and a wooden wall.

A modern building with a rooftop pool area.

A modern building with a sign reading "PSSSF TWIN TOWERS".

A modern living room with a large window, a black sofa, a grey armchair, and a coffee table with a plant.

3. Fairview Luxury Apartments

Mchafukoge, 1.4 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

฿7,715

฿9,181 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A rooftop lounge with white wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of the city skyline and water.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance labeled "The Kilimanjaro."

A modern bar area with a view of the city skyline, wooden flooring, and a large potted plant.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a city skyline.

4. Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Kivukoni, 1.7 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

OMAR

฿5,816

฿6,921 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a tall building with large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a city view, and a window with curtains.

A high-rise hotel with a prominent glass facade and a name sign reading "Johari Rota".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a desk. The room has large windows offering a view of the city and the sea.

5. Johari Rotana

Kivukoni, 1.4 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Bahar

฿5,475

฿6,844 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A beach with thatched umbrellas and tables, a sandy shore, and the ocean in the background.

A modern interior with a staircase, a display of baked goods, and shelves of various food items.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small desk, and a seating area with a view of the city.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

6. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Kivukoni, 1.7 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

khalid

฿3,776

฿4,682 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A set of stairs leading to a building entrance with glass doors and a metal railing.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a palm tree in the foreground.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a glass wall reflecting the surroundings.

A breakfast table with various dishes, a glass of orange juice, and a vase with flowers.

7. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Upanga East, 2.6 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Geoffrey

฿2,370

฿2,849 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern living room with a dining table, sofa, and a large window with a city view.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a blue roof and a sign for 'Dura Suites'.

8. AURA SUITES

Upanga East, 2.6 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Sameer

฿3,402

฿4,049 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating area, and multiple balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A large, historic building with a central tower and two smaller towers, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation.

9. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni, 2.3 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Nikodimos

฿4,068

฿4,841 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a tiled floor, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A spacious hallway with a decorative hanging chandelier, wooden paneling, and framed artwork on the walls.

10. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Kivukoni, 2.1 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Krushil

฿5,218

฿6,470 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A rooftop pool with a wooden deck and glass railing, surrounded by outdoor seating and a covered area with a view of the city skyline.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants.

A modern lounge area with two sofas, a central coffee table, and a stone accent piece.

A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple wine glasses, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

11. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Kivukoni, 2.1 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Shekmuon Habib

฿2,164

฿2,575 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and an elevator.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a view of a building outside.

A room with a large window, curtains, a bed, and a view of a building with multiple floors.

12. Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre

Kisutu, 1.9 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Samir

฿2,025

฿2,410 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Two modern high-rise buildings with reflective glass facades, one with a curved design and the other with a straight, rectangular shape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a telephone, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A swimming pool with a 'NO DIVING' sign, surrounded by large terracotta pots and palm trees, with a modern building in the background.

A room with two chairs facing a window overlooking a body of water and a distant cityscape.

13. Harbour View Suites

Mchafukoge, 1.5 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

roumaissa

฿2,904

฿3,456 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A buffet table with various fruits and a wicker basket containing fruits.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a vase with a single flower.

A modern building with a sign reading "TANZANITE EXECUTIVE SUITES".

A spacious lobby with leather armchairs, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering views of the city.

14. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Kisutu, 1.8 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

MOHSENALI

฿1,818

฿2,163 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with patterned sofas and armchairs, a bar with a variety of bottles, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A spacious gym with wooden flooring, exercise equipment, and large mirrors.

A poolside setting with lounge chairs and a table with fruits and a drink.

A dining table set for a meal with various dishes, white chairs, and a wall decorated with photos.

15. CBD Hotel

Mchafukoge, 1.5 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Audrey

฿2,688

฿3,199 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a city view.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with rose petals, a swan-shaped towel, a flat-screen TV, and a small wooden side table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.

16. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Kisutu, 1.8 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Shac A

฿2,475

฿2,945 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline, featuring modern buildings and a clear sky.

A beach with footprints, palm trees, and a hotel sign.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a dome-shaped top, and illuminated windows.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of greenery outside, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Chelsea Hotel

Kariakoo, 1.9 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

CARL

฿2,180

฿2,594 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wedding reception area with white chairs, a red carpet, and floral decorations.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a television, and a desk.

An ornate stage with a golden frame and white floral decorations, a red carpet, and a checkered floor.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent "URBAN ROSE Hotel & Apartments" sign.

18. Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment

Kisutu, 1.9 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Jimmy

฿3,465

฿4,123 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a city skyline at night.

A staircase with a metal railing and wooden chairs.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A tall hotel building with multiple floors and large windows. The hotel's name, HOTEL SAPPHIRE, is visible on the facade.

19. Hotel Sapphire

Kisutu, 2.1 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Jay

฿3,066

฿3,648 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a glass table, and a large window with curtains.

A dining table set with breakfast items, including eggs, toast, and beverages, in a room with tiled flooring and wooden chairs.

A long, narrow hallway with white walls and a tiled floor. There is a small table with two chairs on the left side, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.

A plate with halved boiled eggs sprinkled with herbs and spices.

20. Econo Lodge

Dar es Salaam City Center, 2 km from Port of Dar es Salaam

Christof

฿1,389

฿1,653 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Port of Dar es Salaam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Magnolia Suites B&B	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
City Crown Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Fairview Luxury Apartments	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro	9.4 Exceptional 396 reviews	View
Johari Rotana	9.2 Wonderful 142 reviews	View

Top Port of Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Johari Rotana

10/10 Excellent

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Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely fantastic stay at the Crowne Plaza. Close to all amenities, clean, great food, fantastic staff. Everyone is very helpful and friendly. All staff are very efficient"

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

10/10 Excellent

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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff! Ideal location for businessman"

City Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Lovely hotel"

Hotel Nikko Tower

8/10 Good

"Close to all the key places in city centre"

AURA SUITES

10/10 Excellent

"Very good property good breakfast"

Tanzanite Executive Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The place is clean and maintained well and staff is very friendly. I wish they have an option of providing breakfast which would make this place perfect 5."

Fairview Luxury Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding downtown DAR accommodation right near the Zanzibar ferry terminal (200m walk). Spacious comfortable apartments - excellent aircon, and facilities."

Other attractions near Port of Dar es Salaam

St Joseph's Cathedral

7.6/10 (15 reviews)

St Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Dar es Salaam, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Le Grande Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Le Grande Casino during your time in Dar es Salaam? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Atiman House

You can learn about the history of Dar es Salaam with a visit to Atiman House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Uhuru Monument

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dar es Salaam with a stop at Uhuru Monument. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Azania Front Lutheran Church

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Azania Front Lutheran Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dar es Salaam. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Kivukoni Fish Market

7.6/10 (11 reviews)

During your visit to Dar es Salaam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kivukoni Fish Market. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Askari Monument

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Dar es Salaam with a stop at Askari Monument. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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National Museum of Tanzania

8.2/10 (18 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Tanzania during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Port of Dar es Salaam?

Port of Dar es Salaam is located in an area of Dar es Salaam that travellers like for its seaside, bars and shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Port of Dar es Salaam?

Johari Rotana is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Port of Dar es Salaam. Other good options within a short distance include Harbour View Suites and CBD Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Port of Dar es Salaam?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Port of Dar es Salaam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Port of Dar es Salaam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Port of Dar es Salaam.

What can I see and do near Port of Dar es Salaam?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Makumbusho Village and National Museum of Tanzania. Lounge by the water at Coco Beach and Kijiji Beach. Create some family memories at Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre.

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Our top choices for Port of Dar es Salaam hotels

1. Magnolia Suites B&B

2. City Crown Hotel

3. Fairview Luxury Apartments

4. Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

5. Johari Rotana

6. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

7. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

8. AURA SUITES

9. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

10. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

11. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

12. Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre

13. Harbour View Suites

14. Tanzanite Executive Suites

15. CBD Hotel

16. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

17. Chelsea Hotel

18. Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment

19. Hotel Sapphire

20. Econo Lodge

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Top Port of Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Johari Rotana

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

City Crown Hotel

Hotel Nikko Tower

AURA SUITES

Tanzanite Executive Suites

Fairview Luxury Apartments

Other attractions near Port of Dar es Salaam

St Joseph's Cathedral

Le Grande Casino

Atiman House

Uhuru Monument

Azania Front Lutheran Church

Kivukoni Fish Market

Askari Monument

National Museum of Tanzania

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