Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam - Dar es Salaam

$$$$||View on mapDar es Salaam, Tanzania1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania|
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Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam - Dar es Salaam
1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great · 419 reviews
8.2Great
Free WiFi9.0
Staff9.0
Location8.9
Comfort8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Who stays here
Solo37%
Couples29%
Groups14%
Families12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great · 419 reviews
8.2Great
Free WiFi9.0
Staff9.0
Location8.9
Comfort8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Who stays here
Solo37%
Couples29%
Groups14%
Families12%

TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence hotel with a 24-hour employee-owned fitness center and outdoor pool in Dar es Salaam

Swimming Pool and Gardens

The outdoor swimming pool at Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam is surrounded by a sun terrace and landscaped gardens. These gardens border the Botanical Gardens, offering a natural backdrop for relaxation. Sun loungers and beach chairs are available poolside for guests.

Rooms and Amenities

Each individually decorated room at the Southern Sun Hotel is air-conditioned and includes a minibar, flat-screen TV, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathroom comes with both a bath and a shower. Rooms offer views of the pool or the adjacent Botanical Gardens.

Dining

The Kivulini Restaurant overlooks the swimming pool and the Botanical Gardens, serving a mix of local and international dishes. Baraza Grill offers a combination of Swahili and continental cuisine in a dedicated café and bar setting. Guests also have access to 24-hour room service and a kids' buffet.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam hotel is situated in central Dar es Salaam, bordering the Botanical Gardens and diplomatic offices. The National Museum and House of Culture is within walking distance, and Coco Beach is 4 km away. Julius Nyerere International Airport is 18 km from the property.

Business and Fitness Facilities

The hotel offers a business centre and meeting facilities for professional needs. The on-site fitness center is employee-owned and available 24 hours, a distinctive amenity for guests. Additional services include concierge assistance, currency exchange, and free private parking.

  • Recognition: TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
  • Fitness: 24-hour employee-owned fitness center
  • Dining: Baraza Grill and Kivulini Restaurant
  • Pool: Outdoor pool with sun terrace and garden views
  • Location: Bordering the Botanical Gardens and diplomatic offices
  • Services: Business centre, meeting facilities, concierge
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
from 11:00-13:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 20.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:149
Former name
Holiday Inn
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Rooms and availability

Standard Queen Room Pool Facing
  • Room size:

    34 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Executive Double Room Pool Facing
  • Room size:

    40 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non Smoking
  • Room size:

    36 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Table tennis
  • Squash

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam

💵 Lowest room price 114 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.3 km
✈️ Distance to airport 14.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Julius Nyerere, DAR

Location

1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Shaaban Robert Street
National Museum of Tanzania
470 m
Garden
Botanical Gardens
470 m
Dar es Salaam
Nyumba ya Sanaa
470 m
Garden Avenue 6°48'50s 39°17'22e
PPF Tower
470 m
Casino
Las Vegas Casino
470 m
Casino
Princess Casino
470 m
Sokoine Drive Near Zanzibar Ferry
PSPF Commercial Twin Towers
470 m
Sokoine Drive Old Boma Building
The Dar es Salaam Centre for Architectural Heritage
470 m
Restaurant
Baraza
130 m
Restaurant
City Garden
110 m
Restaurant
Rodizio
110 m
Restaurant
Kibo Bar
520 m
Restaurant
Level 8
940 m
Restaurant
The Hub
900 m
Restaurant
Mainland China
1.4 km
Restaurant
ALBASHA Lebanese Restaurant
1.1 km

Reviews of Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam

8.2 /10
Great
419 reviews
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