Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

4 stars
1 Garden Avenue, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
+255 222 137 575
8.2
Very good
based on 281 reviews
281 reviews
Thu 18/6
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Fri 19/6
2 guests, 1 room
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£74
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Nightly total
Standard Room
£74
Queen room
£83
Executive room
£163
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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.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 281 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Thu 18/6
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Fri 19/6
Standard Room
1 queen bed
£74
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£106
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£141
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
£163
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
£83
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£94
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£109
nightly with fees
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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

8.2
Very good
281 verified ratings
Wonderful
130
Very good
66
Good
47
Okay
16
Fair
12
Mediocre
5
Poor
5

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's friendly and helpful service, comfortable beds, and convenient location near city centers and meeting areas. The breakfast was generally well-liked, with some guests enjoying the variety and quality. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness, particularly unpleasant odors and dampness in rooms. The hotel has a welcoming atmosphere and good amenities, but some maintenance and room size concerns were mentioned.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7.5 out of 10
Breakfast7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Location

1 Garden Avenue, Dar Es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens91 yd
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre0.4 mi
  • Azania Front Lutheran Church0.4 mi
  • Askari Monument0.5 mi
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa0.5 mi
  • Atiman House0.6 mi
  • Kigamboni Ferry Terminal0.6 mi
  • Kivukoni Fish Market0.7 mi
  • St Joseph's Cathedral0.7 mi
  • Uhuru Monument1.1 mi
  • Port of Dar es Salaam1.5 mi
  • Ilala Market2.4 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

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, 1.2 miles 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 7.7 miles from Dar Es Salaam. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam is 41 miles from Zanzibar Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Dar es Salaam have a pool?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Dar es Salaam hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam in Dar Es Salaam and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Dar es Salaam and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Dar es Salaam.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.8
1.2 mi
Dar Es Salaam
7.7 mi

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