Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

4 stars
1 Garden Avenue, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
+255 222 137 575
8.1
Very good
based on 280 reviews
280 reviews
Sat 11/4
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Sun 12/4
1 room, 2 guests
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$173
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$173
Queen room
$221
Executive room
$382
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Overview

This hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
8.1
Very good rating
Based on 280 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Sat 11/4
-
Sun 12/4
Standard Room
1 queen bed
$173
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
$382
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
$221
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Free parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Drying rack for clothing

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Golf
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting/child care services (surcharge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis
  • Squash

Reviews of Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

8.1
Very good
280 verified ratings
Wonderful
130
Very good
65
Good
47
Okay
16
Fair
12
Mediocre
5
Poor
5

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, friendly and attentive staff, and clean accommodations. Many highlighted the excellent breakfast and the overall atmosphere of the hotel. However, some mentioned issues with room size and service speed during dinner. Overall, the hotel provided a pleasant experience for most guests.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
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Location

1 Garden Avenue, Dar Es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens83 m
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre0.6 km
  • Azania Front Lutheran Church0.7 km
  • Askari Monument0.7 km
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa0.8 km
  • Atiman House1 km
  • Kigamboni Ferry Terminal1 km
  • Kivukoni Fish Market1.1 km
  • St Joseph's Cathedral1.1 km
  • Uhuru Monument1.8 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam2.3 km
  • Ilala Market3.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 13:00

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FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

  • Where is Southern Sun Dar es Salaam located?

    Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is located at 1 Garden Avenue, 1.9 km from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Dar es Salaam.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 13:00 at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam.

  • Does Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offer free parking?

    Yes, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam offers free parking.

  • How far is Southern Sun Dar es Salaam from the airport?

    Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is 12.4 km from Dar Es Salaam. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is 65.9 km from Zanzibar Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Dar es Salaam have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Dar es Salaam has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

7.8
1.9 km
Dar Es Salaam
12.4 km

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