Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam, Dar es Salaam

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About the Hotel

1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Great
8.1
8.7
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Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam, a 4-star hotel with an 8.1/10 rating, features a relaxing location next to the historic Botanical Gardens and is three minutes from the ocean. Amenities include a swimming pool, sun terrace, well-equipped gym, and a popular café lounge.

Rooms & Amenities

The Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam offers comfortable accommodations with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, and private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy spacious suites featuring locally inspired décor and a separate lounge area.

Dining & Leisure Options

On-site dining is available at Baraza, which focuses on local seafood and fresh ingredients. Casual café lunches are served on the terrace, providing a pleasant atmosphere for meetings and relaxation.

Leisure & Attractions

The hotel features a well-equipped fitness center that is open 24 hours and offers tropical garden views. For leisure, guests can relax at the pool or explore nearby attractions, including the historic fish market and the city's vibrant Kariakoo market.

Services & Transportation

The Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam provides services such as 24-hour room service and event planning assistance for business meetings or safaris. Nearby transport options include the Posta Bus Stand, located within walking distance for easy access around the city.

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Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Queen Room Pool Facing
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non Smoking
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
Standard Queen Room Smoking
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
Standard Queen Room Non Smoking
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Table tennis
  • Squash

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam Location

1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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1 Garden Avenue, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Nearby
Shaaban Robert Street
National Museum of Tanzania
1600 ft
Garden
Botanical Gardens
1600 ft
Dar es Salaam
Nyumba ya Sanaa
1600 ft
Garden Avenue 6°48'50s 39°17'22e
PPF Tower
1600 ft
Casino
Las Vegas Casino
1600 ft
Casino
Princess Casino
1600 ft
Sokoine Drive Near Zanzibar Ferry
PSPF Commercial Twin Towers
1600 ft
Sokoine Drive Old Boma Building
The Dar es Salaam Centre for Architectural Heritage
1600 ft
Restaurants
Baraza
500 ft
Southern Sun Hotel
City Garden
400 ft
Corner of Pamba Rd. & Garden St. Kivukoni
Rodizio
400 ft
Off Rose Garden Road Mikocheni
Kibo Bar
1800 ft
Movenpick Royal Palm Ohio St
Level 8
3100 ft
24
The Hub
3000 ft
Ghana Avenue Ramada Encore
Mainland China
4500 ft
Floor 1st Uhuru Heights Bibi Titi Street Dar ES Salaam
ALBASHA Lebanese Restaurant
3500 ft
Bridge Street Mchafukoge
Getting around
City Centre
Dar es Salaam16 min  ·  4300 ft
Airports
Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)21 min  ·  8.7 mi
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)100 min  ·  41.3 mi
Train
Central Railway Station21 min  ·  1.1 mi
Tazara Railway Station10 min  ·  4.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
from 11:00-13:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
149
Former name
Holiday Inn

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Southern Sun Dar Es Salaam from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 129 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
84%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.6/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.8/10
Location
8.8/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 280 reviews
8.1/10
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