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

Dar es Salaam Hotel Guide. Hotels in Oyster Bay, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Our top choices for Oyster Bay hotels

The exterior of Colosseum Hotel with a grand entrance, multiple floors, and classical architectural elements.

1. Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club

Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club
3.0 star property
Oyster Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"We were very impressed with the room and the restaurant Kalypso was an amazing treat. We will visit here again and again!"
United States
Titus
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club
A wooden deck with a tree, outdoor furniture, and a wall with a circular light feature.

2. No. 33 Lodge

No. 33 Lodge
3.0 star property
Oyster Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Very amazing staff, great hotel, perfect location. "
Canada
James
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
No. 33 Lodge
A balcony with a view of the beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.

3. Fairview Signature Suites

Fairview Signature Suites
3.0 star property
Oyster Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Ich denke, einer der schönsten Orte in Dar City"
Germany
Dirk
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Fairview Signature Suites
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

4. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
4.0 star property
Oyster Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (137 reviews)
"Lovely stay, great staff can't recommend this place enough "
United Kingdom
Bipin
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
A residential area with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, lush greenery, and a clear sky.

5. Luxury Residence with Ocean View in Masaki

Luxury Residence with Ocean View in Masaki
4.0 star property
Oyster Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (21 reviews)
""An incredible experience with top-tier hosting. Mariam Sister and the team run an absolute first-class operation. Communication was flawless, and the staff was professional, polite, and remarkably efficient. They anticipated our every need and took amazing care of us throughout our stay.""
United States
axmed
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Luxury Residence with Ocean View in Masaki
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wooden cabinet, and a chair.

6. Salt Garden Inn

Salt Garden Inn
3.0 star property
Oyster Bay
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The place doesn’t exist, its a scam"
United States
Ingemar
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Salt Garden Inn
A multi-level pool area with wooden railings and lounge chairs.

7. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 3 km from Oyster Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (295 reviews)
"Good place to stay "
India
SARAD KUMAR
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large glass wall.

8. Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam
3.5 star property
Masaki, 2.7 km from Oyster Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Good choice"
United States
Rafic
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam
A poolside area with four wooden beds with white canopies, a clear blue pool, and a modern building in the background.

9. Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Masaki, 2.4 km from Oyster Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam
Lounge

10. Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam

Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam
4.5 star property
Masaki, 2.2 km from Oyster Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and the rooms were spacious and clean. The food was great as well! "
Canada
Roxana
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.

11. Tanzanite Serviced Apartment

Tanzanite Serviced Apartment
2.5 star property
Masaki, 2 km from Oyster Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff "
Australia
graham
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tanzanite Serviced Apartment
An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, multiple sun loungers, and a beach area with umbrellas.

12. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam
4.0 star property
Masaki, 2.2 km from Oyster Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"Helpful staff and very nice outdoor pool. Breakfast not up to standard."
United States
Kim Garder
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam
A set of stairs leading to a building entrance with glass doors and a metal railing.

13. Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
Upanga East, 4.2 km from Oyster Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (219 reviews)
"Great hotel. All the staff was exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming. Food was amazing."
South Africa
Geoffrey
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

14. Hotel Slipway

Hotel Slipway
4.0 star property
Masaki, 2.4 km from Oyster Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (312 reviews)
"The hotel is in perfect location with lots of shopping and restaurants on site."
United States
Gregory
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Slipway
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

15. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo, 5 km from Oyster Bay
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
23 Oct - 24 Oct
City Crown Hotel
A reception desk with a sign reading "Seashells Millennium Hotel" and a "RECEPTION" sign.

16. Seashells Millennium Hotel

Seashells Millennium Hotel
4.0 star property
3.5 km from Oyster Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"Indoor Pool and Indoor Restaurant"
United States
Stephen
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Seashells Millennium Hotel
A restaurant with multiple tables set with red napkins, glasses, and cutlery.

17. JAMIREX Hotel

JAMIREX Hotel
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Oyster Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (33 reviews)
"Excellent service!"
Japan
Sintayehu Adefires
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
JAMIREX Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. Large windows with blinds allow natural light.

18. Belmond Hotel

Belmond Hotel
2.5 star property
Kijitonyama, 4.7 km from Oyster Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"The rooms are great, clean and air conditioning worked perfectly. Staff were friendly and helpful. Only downside was wifi, seems that it gets to limit devices connected whenever the hotel is full. We could not connect the first two days of our stay, and staff could not help"
United States
Eric
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Belmond Hotel
A breakfast table with plates of food, a glass of orange juice, and a bowl of cereal.

19. Sea Cliff Court

Sea Cliff Court
4.0 star property
Masaki, 1.9 km from Oyster Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (37 reviews)
"Courtesy of the staff in all areas. Remembered us from last visit. "
United States
Effua
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sea Cliff Court
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.

20. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 4.6 km from Oyster Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (273 reviews)
"Very good place and price is good also"
United States
Sameh
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
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Compare popular hotels in Oyster Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden deck with a tree, outdoor furniture, and a wall with a circular light feature.
No. 33 Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
13 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
137 reviews
View
The exterior of Colosseum Hotel with a grand entrance, multiple floors, and classical architectural elements.
Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club
3.0 star property
8.0
Very good
188 reviews
View
A residential area with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, lush greenery, and a clear sky.
Luxury Residence with Ocean View in Masaki
4.0 star property
7.6
Good
21 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of the beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.
Fairview Signature Suites
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1 review
View

Where to stay in Oyster Bay

Find the best Oyster Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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.

A sailboat on turquoise waters with a sandy beach and a clear sky.

Kigamboni

If you're spending some time in Kigamboni, Kijiji Beach and Kipepeo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Top Oyster Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Hotel Blue Sapphire

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic place to stay"
Comfort 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Blue Sapphire

Frequently asked questions

What is Oyster Bay like?
Oyster Bay is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Are you looking for Oyster Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Coco Beach and Little Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Oyster Bay?
Based on our traveller data, Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club is one of the top choices for your stay in Oyster Bay. This hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Another good option for your stay in the area is Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay.
How many hotels will I find in the Oyster Bay area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dar es Salaam, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 53 Oyster Bay hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Oyster Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Oyster Bay.
What are the top things to see and do in Oyster Bay?
Coco Beach, Little Theatre and Dar Free Market Mall are just a few attractions to check out in Oyster Bay. When you're sightseeing in Dar es Salaam, The Slipway and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre are also worth a stop.