Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG

Property class: 4

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You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room at Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body wrap or 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.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with two sofas, a coffee table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed, Club lounge access

  • Bay view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a large mirror, a bathroom visible through the mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Minibar)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a countertop with four bottles of liquid. There is a water bottle and a glass on the countertop.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Club lounge access

  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a painting on the wall.

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

  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two sofas, a coffee table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

  • Ocean view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Located near the beach, Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Center by IHG is in Kivukoni, a neighbourhood in Dar es Salaam. Askari Monument and Atiman House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kivukoni Fish Market and Kariakoo Market. Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
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Azikiwe Street/ Upanga Road Jct, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Askari Monument
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kariakoo Market
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • AlBasha Lebanese Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Checkers Fast Food
    8 min walk
  • Bandari Grill Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Tai Huo San Zhuang Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Akemi Revolving Restaurant
    5 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 premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Down duvets, 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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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 428 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was great. Staff were all very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel had exceptionally friendly staff from the front desk to the cleaners. Some updating in the rooms would be a good idea but overall a good hotel to stay in the city
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is one of the best holiday inn I have stayed in world wide great food and service and good bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Good hotel staff very friendly nice management
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast option was great. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Location, staff, breakfast, parking, services are excellent. They provided us with breakfast to go after midnight for our flight scheduled at 4 after midnight! Needed a hand / makeup mirror in bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location to experience the heart of the city on a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

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The breakfast selection was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Consistently good service and always friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

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Personnel at reception and lounge are just excellent - friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Memorable stay

I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The amenities and customer service is exceptional. Definitely would return at my next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was 10/10. The location, food and friendly, understanding and professional staff. Absolutely amazing ! Don’t hesitate to book if you’re considering.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfasts. dinners excellent,Staff warm and welcoming, central area , clean .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Room comfort
Convenient location in the middle of Dar Es Salaam. Nice gym and affordable spa. Friendly reception staff. Simple and clean rooms. Recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great

Our stay at holiday was good. We were in good friendly hands. The food was excellent. I will book holiday again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and santized
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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The staff, surroundings, buffet breakfast excellent. However, the entire bathroom area needs to be redone. I hope because it's Africa the standards of the Holiday Inn is below N. America.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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I liked everything about the people service very much
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Good enough

It was a comfortable and relaxing stay at the hotel. Almost everythig was good. Mosquito repellant smell in the hallway was not excellent, but other than that, I was so satisfied. Breakfast was also the best considering its cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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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
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8/10 Good

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

Service

Staff are friendly and helpful, enjoyed the room service but breakfast could improve.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay with accommodating staff. Enjoyed time by the pool and rooftop. Breakfast was good. Clean rooms are comfortable could use a little more sweeping and vacuuming in hallways. Otherwise great. Shuttle was reliable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024