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Dar es Salaam Hotel Guide. Hotels in Upanga East, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Our top choices for Upanga East hotels

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

1. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
Upanga East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (220 reviews)
"Staff were great, hotel very clean. Perfect location"
United States
Lameha
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden beams, and a city view.

2. AURA SUITES

AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
Upanga East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"The suite was very spacious, the staff catered to every needs we had. Quickly delivered pots and pans to the room and provided lots of water bottles. The breakfast was also excellent as well as the restaurant on the rooftop."
Canada
Sameer
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
AURA SUITES
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.

3. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.1 km from Upanga East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (277 reviews)
"Very good place and price is good also"
United States
Sameh
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a logo with a stylized flower, and the name 'Magnolia Suites'.

4. Magnolia Suites B&B

Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
Kisutu, 1.2 km from Upanga East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great and clean place with amazing staff and breakfast"
Canada
Salah
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Magnolia Suites B&B
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

5. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo, 1.3 km from Upanga East
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Restaurant and gym on premises ++"
United States
Fredrick
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
City Crown Hotel
A buffet table with various fruits and a wicker basket containing fruits.

6. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 1.2 km from Upanga East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (643 reviews)
"The location was excellent, lots amenities"
Canada
MOHSENALI
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tanzanite Executive Suites
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a city view.

7. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
4.0 star property
Kisutu, 1.2 km from Upanga East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (298 reviews)
"This is more of a business hotel not for tourists. Problems getting drinking water and fresh towels. Very good breakfast."
Australia
Jonathan
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
A beach with thatched umbrellas and tables, a sandy shore, and the ocean in the background.

8. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.5 km from Upanga East
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Located in a good and safe neighborhood"
South Korea
Mercy Katindi
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
A multi-level pool area with wooden railings and lounge chairs.

9. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1 km from Upanga East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (296 reviews)
"The staff! Amazing people. Dorah, Grace, Arnold, Johnston,"
Canada
Ebenezer
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
A spacious lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

10. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.5 km from Upanga East
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Mexico
Humberto
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

11. Hotel Raha Tower

Hotel Raha Tower
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 0.7 km from Upanga East
7.2 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Convenient, did the job! Just stayed for one night, no complaints!"
Germany
Andreas Werner
Hotel Raha Tower
A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.2 km from Upanga East
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff! Ideal location for businessman"
United States
Krushil
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
A bar with a wooden counter, hanging glassware, and shelves with bottles.

13. The CRADLE

The CRADLE
3.5 star property
Kivukoni, 1.4 km from Upanga East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Siisti huone mutta oli todella kuuma, Henkilökunta: Hyvää kunnioittaa ja kohtelias, hyvää palvelua"
Finland
Jean Nepomuscene
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The CRADLE
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a glass table, and a large window with curtains.

14. Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center, 1.1 km from Upanga East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"Nice stay in the Econo Lodge."
Germany
Christof
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Econo Lodge
A view from a balcony with a glass railing overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

15. Hotel Nikko Tower

Hotel Nikko Tower
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center, 1.4 km from Upanga East
7.4 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Close to all the key places in city centre"
United Kingdom
Trevor
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Nikko Tower
Two modern high-rise buildings with reflective glass facades, one with a curved design and the other with a straight, rectangular shape.

16. Harbour View Suites

Harbour View Suites
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 1.5 km from Upanga East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (257 reviews)
"We love staying at the Harbour View Suites when we need to visit Dar es Salaam. We can always count on it being clean, safe and have excellent food in the restaurant. The water views are a great bonus! The staff will bend over backwards to help you with anything you need. As I often travel was several colleagues and need multiple rooms, they're always so helpful and accommodating. You won't get treated better anywhere else!"
United States
Rita
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Harbour View Suites
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a reception desk, a fire extinguisher, and a large potted plant.

17. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 1.3 km from Upanga East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"The hotel is good and offers good services"
United States
Patrick
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Tiffany Diamond Hotels
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a plant, and a seating area.

18. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 1.3 km from Upanga East
7.6 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Very good place"
United States
Patrick
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Tiffany Diamond Hotels
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and an elevator.

19. Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre

Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
3.0 star property
Kisutu, 1.1 km from Upanga East
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"Clean, close to numerous dining options, right in the city center. A no frills hotel ( Bed & Breakfast) but clean, safe and friendly staff."
United States
Samir
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
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.

20. CBD Hotel

CBD Hotel
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 2 km from Upanga East
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (336 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Enjoyed the spa as well, and the lady was so sweet in the spa! Greta massage as well!"
United States
Audrey
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
CBD Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Upanga East

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A set of stairs leading to a building entrance with glass doors and a metal railing.
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
220 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden beams, and a city view.
AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
67 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a logo with a stylized flower, and the name 'Magnolia Suites'.
Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
7 reviews
View
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.
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
277 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.
City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
16 reviews
View

Where to stay in Upanga East

Find the best Upanga East areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Upanga East
Learn more about Upanga East
A sunset over a body of water with boats, a tree, and a building with a balcony.
Photo by Ellie L
Open Photo by Ellie L

Masaki

Unique features of Masaki include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by The Slipway or Sea Cliff Casino while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a mix of modern and traditional architecture, a sandy beach, and a marina with boats.

Mbezi Beach

Unique features of Mbezi Beach include the restaurants and seaside views. Make a stop by Mbezi Beach or Jangwani Beach while you're exploring the area.

A busy urban street with multiple vehicles, including cars and an auto-rickshaw, and tall buildings with glass facades.
Photo by ‎‎Gervas Mkinga
Open Photo by ‎‎Gervas Mkinga

Dar es Salaam City Center

While Dar es Salaam City Center isn't home to many top sights, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

A beach with thatched umbrellas, wooden benches, and palm trees.

Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coco Beach and Little Theatre.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a park with a gazebo, and a distant view of the city skyline.

Mikocheni

Travellers enjoy Mikocheni for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Nafasi Art Space while you're in the area.

Top Upanga East Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were great, hotel very clean. Perfect location"
Lameha 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Upanga East like?
Upanga East is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its gardens, beaches and bars. Consider a visit to Vijana Mall as part of your Upanga East travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Upanga East?
Based on our traveller data, Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in Upanga East. This hotel offers 5 beach bars and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is AURA SUITES.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Upanga East area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dar es Salaam, choose from one of Expedia's 13 hotels and other accommodation options in Upanga East.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upanga East, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Upanga East.
What can I see and do in this Dar es Salaam neighbourhood?
Vijana Mall is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Upanga East. The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Dar es Salaam.