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

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Our top choices for Upanga West 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, 1.4 km from Upanga West
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Comfortable stay. Very friendly staff. I had to call housekeeping to clean the room floors. The hallways should also be vacuumed."
United States
Donna
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
A multi-level pool area with wooden railings and lounge chairs.

2. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.2 km from Upanga West
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (294 reviews)
"A relatively nice place but needs some significant updating and TLC. Bed linen and sheets are very poor quality and seem very old. Lots of spots around the room with wires hanging, or plaster no painted over etc.. Rather unusual shower made out of doors! Location is good for most things"
United Kingdom
Suzanne
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
A modern living room with a dining table, sofa, and a large window with a city view.

3. AURA SUITES

AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
Upanga East, 1.2 km from Upanga West
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 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 €106
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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.

4. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.9 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (248 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Shekmuon Habib
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

5. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo, 1.7 km from Upanga West
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"This is a fairly new hotel, and the service was great! I highly recommend this hotel if you are want to be close in town near the ferry to Zanzibar"
United States
Rod
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
City Crown Hotel
A beach with thatched umbrellas and tables, a sandy shore, and the ocean in the background.

6. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 2.3 km from Upanga West
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Location helpful staff nice view."
United States
khalid
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

7. Hotel Raha Tower

Hotel Raha Tower
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.5 km from Upanga West
7.2 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Convenient, did the job! Just stayed for one night, no complaints!"
Germany
Andreas Werner
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Raha Tower
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a city view.

8. Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
4.0 star property
Kisutu, 2 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (287 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming and attentive/helpfull staff. Location is good and breakfast also good."
Australia
Shac A
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 2 km from Upanga West
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (374 reviews)
"The Staff in the property are amazing especially a lady named Angel. quality of the breakfast, coffeeshop / bar and the view are all great. Location is prime and very safe for tourists not familiar with the city. We very much enjoyed our trip."
United States
Alireza
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
A buffet table with various fruits and a wicker basket containing fruits.

10. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 1.9 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (641 reviews)
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Tanzanite Executive Suites
A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline, featuring modern buildings and a clear sky.

11. Chelsea Hotel

Chelsea Hotel
3.0 star property
Kariakoo, 2.1 km from Upanga West
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
"Great staff and hotel rooms "
United States
CARL
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Chelsea Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

12. Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
4.0 star property
Oyster Bay, 2.4 km from Upanga West
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (136 reviews)
"Lovely stay, great staff can't recommend this place enough "
United Kingdom
Bipin
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a reception desk, a fire extinguisher, and a large potted plant.

13. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 2 km from Upanga West
7.6 out of 10, Good, (88 reviews)
"The hotel is good and offers good services"
United States
Patrick
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Tiffany Diamond Hotels
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and an elevator.

14. Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre

Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
3.0 star property
Kisutu, 1.8 km from Upanga West
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 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 €62
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
Two modern high-rise buildings with reflective glass facades, one with a curved design and the other with a straight, rectangular shape.

15. Harbour View Suites

Harbour View Suites
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 2.2 km from Upanga West
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (248 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff very friendly. "
United States
Denise
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Harbour View Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a glass table, and a large window with curtains.

16. Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge
3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam City Center, 1.8 km from Upanga West
7.6 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"Nice stay in the Econo Lodge."
Germany
Christof
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Econo Lodge
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.

17. CBD Hotel

CBD Hotel
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 2.6 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (327 reviews)
"Great spot. Lovely staff. Excellent breakfast. The room smelled a bit strange - but not terrible."
United States
Daniel
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
CBD Hotel
A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a logo with a stylized flower, and the name 'Magnolia Suites'.

18. Magnolia Suites B&B

Magnolia Suites B&B
3.0 star property
Kisutu, 2 km from Upanga West
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Magnolia suites, its close to Zanzibar ferry and allows for late check in. The staff were helpful and polite, and we enjoyed the breakfast. They did as much as they could to accommodate us, which is and was appreciated. Rooms were clean and honestly, there was no negative parts to our stay. Would book again - thank you!"
United Kingdom
Amina
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Magnolia Suites B&B
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of a city skyline at night.

19. Hotel Sapphire

Hotel Sapphire
3.0 star property
Kisutu, 1.6 km from Upanga West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (69 reviews)
"Wonderful place"
Canada
Jay
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Sapphire
A spacious lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

20. Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 2.3 km from Upanga West
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Very good business hotel"
United States
Nikodimos
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
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Where to stay in Upanga West

Find the best Upanga West areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Upanga West
Learn more about Upanga West
A poolside with palm trees and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.
Photo by Michael Lee
Open Photo by Michael Lee

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 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 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 coastal cityscape with a prominent tower, a bustling beach, and a river with boats.

Kigamboni

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

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.

Top Upanga West Hotel Reviews

Best Western Jangwani Sea Breeze Hotel

Best Western Jangwani Sea Breeze Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was good, but there was a little debris on the beach from the ocean."
Frederick 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Best Western Jangwani Sea Breeze Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Upanga West like?
Travellers to Dar es Salaam's Upanga West neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.
How many hotels will I find in the Upanga West area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Dar es Salaam, you can choose from 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Upanga West.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upanga West, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Upanga West.
What are the top things to see and do in Upanga West?
Vijana Mall, The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre and Nyumba ya Sanaa are just a few of the places to visit in and around Upanga West. Kariakoo Market and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Dar es Salaam.

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