Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Presidential Suite | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet

Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

4.2

Excellent(312 Reviews)

Hotel in City of Dar es Salaam

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

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About this hotel

Luxury Dar es Salaam hotel in Kivukoni with 2 restaurants
This hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a health club, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel offers 230 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium

5 mi

Makumbusho/ Village Museum

6.1 mi

Tinga Tinga Arts Cooperative Society

5 mi

Uhuru Stadium

5.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room, Ocean View

1 King • 420 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Suite

1 King • 700 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

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4.2

Excellent(312 Reviews)

Hotel in City of Dar es Salaam

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium

5 mi

Makumbusho/ Village Museum

6.1 mi

Tinga Tinga Arts Cooperative Society

5 mi

Uhuru Stadium

5.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room

1 King • 355 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room, Ocean View

1 King • 420 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Suite

1 King • 700 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.2

Excellent(312 Reviews)

4.2

Oct 2024

Great

4.2

Sep 2024

I enjoyed my stay at the Dar es Salaam Serena hotel. It was clean, had a very peaceful ambience and the staff were very attentive. Overall recommended.

4.2

Aug 2024

great staff & hotel

4.2

Jul 2024

The property was beautiful in an antique way. The check in process took far too long considering we were there much later than usual check in but they still didn't have a room ready. Other than that incident the staff was polite/helpful. The spa was absolutely lovely. I highly recommend the spa.

4.2

Apr 2024

great

4.2

Mar 2024

All fine

4.2

Mar 2024

bathroom tub/shower needs a modernization but otherwise all good

4.2

Mar 2024

Very good. Stuffs are extremely helpful.

4.2

Feb 2024

very good.

4.2

Jan 2024

Did not get room on time and had to wait for 1 hour as the room was cleaned. Terrible service from the staff

4.2

Jan 2024

Excellent

4.2

Jan 2024

Air Con is minimal. Rooms are musty. Bathroom fan is always on and NOISY. Pool was drained without being informed when we made reservations. When it is usable, it is amazing - so this was very disappointing. The staff are always incredible.

4.2

Jan 2024

Everything was great. Except the pool is closed and I’m a swimmer. Big let down. They should warn visitors on the web advertisement

4.2

Nov 2023

There a butiful garden.

4.2

Nov 2023

We arrived during Sunday brunch & had no other choices for dining in the building. The music was so loud we couldn’t talk. We sat outside but a speaker blared the same loud music. People were partying but we were exhausted from our flight & just wanted a quiet meal & to take a nap. Had to pay $40/ pp for brunch even though I couldn’t eat due to illness. The next day went better.

4.2

Sep 2023

Staff are friendly nice people

4.2

Aug 2023

2 night stay after Safari to meet friends in Dar. Al went well

4.2

Jun 2023

Beautiful spacious room Great breakfast selection

4.2

Mar 2023

The hotel was nice and the staff friendly and helpful.

4.2

Jan 2023

Fantastic! Love the facility, friendly staff, very clean. Love my stay .

4.2

Dec 2022

Location

4.2

Nov 2022

The Serena Hotel in Dar es Salaam is pretty decent. The food and the amenities are exactly what you would expect from the Serena brand - Excellent. However, I believe a renovation of the building is long overdue.

4.2

Aug 2022

I had paid thru Expedia but the manager said they had not received payment from Expedia and I was charged twice ..,

4.2

Jul 2022

They did not have record of my reservation. Took abnormally high time to check in . Only 2 small drinking water bottles were provided as complimentary Charges too high for extra bottle of water. No tooth paste kit in the bathroom. Tub height too high.

4.2

Jan 2022

Very beautiful place

4.2

Jan 2022

Very beautiful place

4.2

Dec 2021

This Hotel it’s nice but needs some attention on bathroom faucet the water is leaking and I had to wipe down the water every time I am using the sink otherwise everything on the counter will be soaked with water

4.2

Oct 2021

A nice hotel with nice staff. Hotel rooms need to be refurbished, quite hard beds. All in all good and very central and clean

4.2

Oct 2021

Nice location, decent size room, good wifi, excellent breakfast, old property. Checkin could be faster

4.2

Oct 2021

Nice location, decent size room, good wifi, excellent breakfast, old property. Checkin could be faster

4.2

Oct 2021

This is a beautiful property located in the city center. The staff was warm & welcoming. I had a big spacious room that was comfy & quiet. The free breakfast buffet was delicious and fresh daily. The pool area was beautiful to just sit and relax with a good book. I used the nail salon in that hotel and the service was amazing. The only issue I had during my stay was the airport pick up. I made prior arrangements and was told $45 USD. I was picked up and signed for my transport. I paid the gentlemen before exiting the van. When I checked out I was presented with the $45 invoice. When I explained I paid the driver I was told I was supposed to pay the front desk. After several calls to the general manager and to the driver who denied me paying him. The hotel decided to provide good customer and not charge me again. My suggestion is to just get an Uber on your own to avoid this situation from occurring. The hotel is very close to the airport and you can actually get an Uber for $10-15.

4.2

Oct 2021

This is a beautiful property located in the city center. The staff was warm & welcoming. I had a big spacious room that was comfy & quiet. The free breakfast buffet was delicious and fresh daily. The pool area was beautiful to just sit and relax with a good book. I used the nail salon in that hotel and the service was amazing. The only issue I had during my stay was the airport pick up. I made prior arrangements and was told $45 USD. I was picked up and signed for my transport. I paid the gentlemen before exiting the van. When I checked out I was presented with the $45 invoice. When I explained I paid the driver I was told I was supposed to pay the front desk. After several calls to the general manager and tothe driver who denied me paying him. The hotel decided to provide good customer and not charge me again. My suggestion is to just get an Uber on your own to avoid this situation from occurring. The hotel is very close to the airport and you can actually get an Uber for $10-15.

4.2

Oct 2021

very good hot3el

4.2

Aug 2021

Hotel needs work. It isn’t 5 star, so don’t be fooled by hotels.com lies . It is a good 3 star. Service needs sharpening up , rooms are basic. You can sit in restaurant for 10 mins without service. Generally not so bad .

4.2

Aug 2021

4.2

Jun 2021

Very friendly staff. Beautiful garden with pool.

4.2

Apr 2021

Not professional at all ! The check in take about 1 hour ... still waiting in the reception to have the chambre , lot of miss understanding situation whit the staff ! A big problem of managing and communication in this hotel ! The room was noot spacious without balcony ! The sea view it was ok but we change the room and they give us city view ...

4.2

Oct 2020

Serene Hotel is a beautiful and comforting oasis in Dar es Salaam city centre. Spacious rooms, and a gorgeous garden with a large pool makes it the ideal business hotel in Dar.

4.2

Jul 2020

The property has beautiful detail oriented structure, with access to beautiful large lawn, greenery, golf course, and even the ocean. During our stay we realized that the building has a large crack visible from the pool area. This was a little worrisome to notice. For someone coming up from humble beginnings, felt somewhat unwelcomed, maybe because we had been requesting for a fresh mask (which we were advised over the phone would be available) since arrival. Cleanliness was a major issue as well. Complaints were communicated, and we await feedback. Perhaps an unfortunate experience, certainly very disappointing, terrifying (cleanliness being prerogative in the viral pandemic), and heartbreaking even. On a positive note, there are still good people in this institution who will listen and accommodate their guests. During our stay, we felt that the receptionists were perhaps the best people to communicate with, and they'd go out of their way to help and support anything that was needed to be done. Food has always been amazing here, and their chef is a star for a fact. He does not just intrigue the taste-buds, but is an amazing, empathethic human being as well, with much love for this institution, and goes out of his way to help people no matter what. My mother and I would profoundly like to thank their reception team, and this super chef from this hotel :) without them, we'd probably have left earlier than we did.

4.2

Jul 2020

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in City of Dar es Salaam?

The average price for a rental in City of Dar es Salaam is $107 per night. This rental is $255 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel. Enjoy the water!

Is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Hotel in City of Dar es Salaam

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Superior Room

Executive Room

Executive Room, Ocean View

Executive Suite

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Hotel in City of Dar es Salaam

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Superior Room

Executive Room

Executive Room, Ocean View

Executive Suite

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in City of Dar es Salaam?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel?

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