BabaJay Family Home

BabaJay Family Home Apartment in City of Dar es Salaam

4.6

Outstanding(316 Reviews)

Apartment in City of Dar es Salaam

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this apartment rental

Located within 6.4 km of Tanzania National Stadium and 33 km of Kunduchi Water Park, BabaJay Family Home provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium

4.5 mi

Makumbusho/ Village Museum

11.4 mi

Tinga Tinga Arts Cooperative Society

12.7 mi

Uhuru Stadium

4.3 mi

Available Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment

1 King • 1 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 3

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

King Studio

1 Queen or 1 Queen • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Duplex Apartment

1 King • 1 Single • 753 ft²

Sleeps 5

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

King Studio

1 Queen

Sleeps 3

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

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BabaJay Family Home

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4.6

Outstanding(316 Reviews)

Apartment in City of Dar es Salaam

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of City of Dar es Salaam

Nearby attractions

Benjamin Mkapa Stadium

4.5 mi

Makumbusho/ Village Museum

11.4 mi

Tinga Tinga Arts Cooperative Society

12.7 mi

Uhuru Stadium

4.3 mi

Available Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment

1 King • 1 Single • 430 ft²

Sleeps 3

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

King Studio

1 Queen or 1 Queen • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

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

Duplex Apartment

1 King • 1 Single • 753 ft²

Sleeps 5

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

King Studio

1 Queen

Sleeps 3

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

Reviews

4.6

Outstanding(316 Reviews)

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4.6

Jun 2024

Affordable staying with really friendly host!

The room was very close to the airport. The host was amazing. He was always there and offered us anything we wanted. He took us back and forth to the airport even if we were very late. The women who cooked for us made delicious food! Our flight was rescheduled to the evening and the host offered us a sightseeing through Dar Es Salaam. This day was amazing and we were happy that our flight was delayed 😃 we recommend this to other who wants to stay at a familiar place where you will be taken care of.

4.6

Jun 2024

Would recommend this stay for everyone visiting Dar Es Salam

Our short stay was very good. Most importantly, thanks to Brown, the service all around was perfect. Also the breakfast was absolutely amazing! For little money (5 dollar p.p.)we had the table full of delicious food! Thanks again to Brown and his family for the comfortable stay!

4.6

Jun 2024

Wonderful host, comfortable stay and good value

The two bedroom apartment was spacious and spotlessly clean. The beds were very comfortable. The breakfast was a wonderful spread of fresh fruits and local delicacies at a very reasonable price. Airport transfers and city trips are offered at a very reasonable rate by the amiable host Mr. Brown. He went out of his was to help us, taking us to the best place to exchange money and giving us a tour of Dar es Salaam. He also kindly helped out our Uber driver who had car problems.

The location is difficult to locate for some uber drivers. Recommend using pick up and drop off services directly from the host.

4.6

May 2024

Exceptional host and always attentive and helpfull

The Hist Mr Brown is exceptional , very honest, punctual . It was a short stay wished we were here before . I will always recommend this accommodation .The food was more than perfect Thanks

All was well for us.

4.6

Feb 2024

Sehr nettes Homestay in der Nähe des Flughafens

Sehr herzlicher und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber. Das Abendessen war eines der besten, was wir in Tansania hatten. Flughafentransfers haben super geklappt, darunter einer mitten in der Nacht. Auf jeden Fall sehr zu empfehlen. Vielen Dank!

Es war alles in Ordnung.

4.6

Feb 2024

A very warm welcome to Tanzania thanks to Brown and all the staff!

Very nice place and a great welcome to Tanzania. Brown and Peter picked us up very early at the airport and couldn’t have been more welcoming! Lovely relaxed family vibe, great company and delicious and plentiful food. Even went to Sunday music and dance service in the church next door! Highly recommend. Thanks guys!

Nothing! Very nice spacious apartment style place with two large bedrooms, bathroom and comfortable beds. Fans to keep rooms cool and all was spotlessly clean. Balcony to sit out on overlooking courtyard and fun chatting to family and other guests.

4.6

Feb 2024

Warme ontvangst

Fijn verblijf! De vriendelijke eigenaar heeft ons opgehaald bij de luchthaven en ons de volgende dag naar de haven gebracht. De kamers waren prima, het ontbijt zeer uitgebreid

4.6

Jan 2024

Proche de l'aéroport, pratique confortable et accueil chaleureux !

Brown fait son maximum pour vous être agréable et vous apporter son aide pour tous vos besoins. L'appartement est dans un quartier calme, mitoyen de sa maison, bien pratique pour toute question ou besoin, et tout proche de l'aéroport idéal pour un premier stop ou avant un départ tardif. La literie est confortable, propreté impeccable et vous pouvez prendre un dîner sur demande (délicieux et copieux). Vous serez très bien accueilli et pourrez profitez du jardin ! Je recommande vivement.

4.6

Jan 2024

Etablissement au top et hôte vraiment super.

Nous avons choisi cet établissement proche de l'aéroport de Dar Es Salaam. C'était vraiment super. Brown (le patron) est venu nous chercher à l'aéroport à 3h30 du matin, la chambre était très propre, le jardin très joli et le petit déjeuner vraiment somptueux. C'est en fait comme une maison d'hôtes. Brown est quelqu'un de vraiment très sympathique, qui par la suite nous a aidé pour tout notre séjour en Tanzanie. Il nous a loué sa voiture pour faire ce que nous voulions, c'est à dire aller en voiture à Selous River Park puis de là à Nyamisati prendre le ferry pour Mafia Island. Il est venu nous chercher à l'aéroport au retour de Mafia pour faire un tour de Dar Es Salaam et nous permettre de nous reposer avant notre avion de retour qui était à 4h00 du matin. Bref, je ne saurais trop recommander cet établissement.

Rien.

4.6

Jan 2024

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4.6

Jan 2024

The place feels like home

The host was very hospitable and would go out his way to make my stay as comfortable as possible. Beautiful garden where one can chill and enjoy fresh air.

The fans could be replaced by airconditioners if possible

4.6

Jan 2024

Hôtel pratique et calme. Accueil très chaleureux

Plus calme que le centre ville et très commode pour éviter les embouteillages pour se rendre à l’aéroport. Le petit déjeuner est copieux et de qualité

RAS

4.6

Jan 2024

super

le côté tranquille, le jolie jardin, et l’accueil - petit déjeuner extra

idem qu'au dessus

4.6

Jan 2024

Je recommande pour un stop à DAR Es Salaam

La proximité de l'aéroport, l accueil et la gentillesse des hôtes.

4.6

Dec 2023

Far exceeded expectations - couldn't have asked for more.

I rarely write reviews - I had to for this property. A wonderful place - incredibly friendly owner, lovely family feel to the place, professional, clean, and amazing food. Immediately made to feel welcome and relaxed - not intrusive, just excellent service and a warm vibe.

4.6

Dec 2023

A wonderful experience.

I liked everything. Wonderful and helpful host. Great staff. Perfect stay. The city tour with Mr. Brown was outstanding. Madame Grace in the kitchen made my meals something to remember. I would like to stray there again.

4.6

Oct 2023

Brown went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable, such a good man!

The breakfast was amazing, Brown really made an effort from the beginning regarding food for my family and I. We had special requests and he happily accommodated them. Dinner was a surprise each evening of traditional satisfying food. All the staff were amazing and attentive and the value for money was incredible. I'm really glad that my first place of stay in Tanzania was a positive experience thanks to Brown.

4.6

Oct 2023

Bestmögliche Begrüßung auf dem afrikanischen Kontinent

BabaJ ist eine so kurze wie gute verbale Umsetzung des Unterkunftskonzeptes, um das es dort wirklich geht: Im Zentrum dessen steht Woodie, ein fülliger, gemütlicher und humorvoller Self-Made-Gastgeber der angenehmsten Sorte: Hat das Flugzeug in der Nacht 2 Stunden Verspätung, hakuna matata, kein Problem, er holt dich ab und freut sich wieder einen Gast zu haben. In der Pandemie hat er seinen etwa 30 Fahrminuten vom Flughafen gelegenen Bauernhof mit zwei modernen Gästehäusern erweitert, gut ausgestattet und mit eigens installierter „Lightshow“. Man kann dort ein Abendessen für ein paar Dollar haben, das von seiner Haushälterin zubereitet, mit afrikanischen Spezialitäten so wenig geizt, dass sich der Tisch darunter biegt. Gegessen wird in deren Wohnzimmer zwischen Fernseher und Aquarium. Warum nicht!

In unmittelbarer Umgebung des Hofes befinden sich 3(!) Moscheen, die bereits früh um 04:30 je auf individuelle Weise lautstark die Botschaften des Korans verkünden. Hier helfen nur ein tiefer Schlaf oder Ohrstöpsel (auch gut gehen gackernde Hühner auf dem Fensterbrett!) Ein Kuriosum, dass der Hof von Woodie, besonders für Deutsche unvorstellbar, keine postalische Adresse besitzt und eine Fahrt mit dem Taxi zurück dorthin dann , auch nach telephonischer Wegführung durch Woodie, schon mal etwas länger dauert. Aber alles hakuna matata, kein Problem!

4.6

Oct 2023

Top Gastgeber, top Lage und top Service

Die freundliche, sehr unterstützte und hilfreiche Art vom Gastgeber. Die Lage ist auch super, wenn man in der Nähe vom Flughafen sein will. Die Zimmer sind super ausgestattet, sauber, das Frühstück war lecker und der Gastgeber und Team so freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir empfehlen die Unterkunft auf jeden Fall weiter und würden jeder Zeit wieder dort übernachten.

Wir haben nicht auszusetzen. Der Gastgeber hat uns zuvorkommend willkommen geheissen und wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt.

4.6

Sep 2023

Good value for money

Very cheap and good facilities at hotel. Staff very friendly

No door to toilet

4.6

Sep 2023

Brown is the most amazing host. We were completely spoiled, we had an evening meal and breakfast which was the best we

Very close to the airport, very clean, comfortable. The host Brown makes you feel at home and nothing is too much trouble.

Nothing to dislike

4.6

Sep 2023

Great place at a good price

Near the airport. Great dinner and breakfast (the best ones in our Tanzania-Zanzibar trip) at a cheap price. The place is relaxing and beautiful. We slept very good. Personnel is really nice, we felt safe and welcomed. I totally recommend it.

Everything ok!

4.6

Aug 2023

Exceptional

We really enjoyed staying at Baba Jay Family Home. Brown was so hospitable and attentive. The accommodation is very clean, it is sprayed for mosquitoes, and the rooms are very spacious. I would recommend paying for the breakfast there as it is so fresh and high quality, and you get loads! Brown also provided dinner suggestions from deliveries for pizza, local cuisine, or dinner at the accommodation. If we are in Dar Es Salaam, we will book here again.

4.6

Aug 2023

Fantastic, welcoming, cheerful.

Brown is a lovely host. Very welcoming, sensitive, highly flexible, helpful and full of laughter.

4.6

Aug 2023

Superb

Brown is an awesome host. His team is very nice and the cook is wonderful and the food amazing. I've had the best meals and breakfast in Tanzania! Located very closely to the airport The room is very spacious, clean and nice Day tour of Dar Es Salam done with Brown and was wonderful! I will not hesitate to come back there if i ever come back to Dar Es Salam!

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4.6

Aug 2023

Clean and beautiful room

Very clean and nice room on the good neighbourhood. You can see real people and real life, but still safe area and beautiful house Nice family and good food if you want Near the airport and they can transfer you as well

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4.6

Aug 2023

We will remember the kindness and goodwill of our hosts, thank you very much

The breakfast was really good. Hosts were so kind and helpful with everything. They've put everything in place to make you feel at home. It's a shame I couldn't stay longer, but I'd recommend it to anyone!

4.6

Aug 2023

Perfect homestay close to airport.

Baba Jay gave his best, which compensated for much. great place if the airport is your focus. the rooms are pretty good and bed is comfortable. My room had no hot water but was doable. I had missed seeing that when booking. I would go back.

When I stayed it was a bit cold due to the lack of "windows". the entire place was in a remodeling spree so I can't judge too much. A nearby fanatic church leader was loudspeaking at 5:30 to find his congregation and from 7 am onwards it was loud all over.

4.6

Aug 2023

Good place but an amazing family that makes your stay memorable!

It’s a nice place good for when you need to catch a flight early in the morning or are landing late at night. But what elevates the experience and makes this a 10/10 recommendation is the family that manages this property. They go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. BabyJay aka Mr. Brown is a gem of an individual who helps you just like you are part of the family. I needed money urgently to pay for a pizza we ordered late at night and he helped me out. Needed a drop off at the airport last minute and he didn’t hesitate to do it one bit. Also the breakfast they provide is very tasty and filling, I’d highly recommend paying a little extra and getting it you’ll not regret (kudos to Mrs. Brown for the great breakfast)

No hot water, WiFi connectivity was weak, but these are just minor quibbles nothing that should stop you from renting the place.

4.6

Aug 2023

The owner is a great, happy men!

Mr. Brown picked us up at the airport. He made us feel very welcome. The breakfast was great. His wife made us pumpkin soup. Thank you very much for staying with you!

The fridge made a noice and we heard songs coming out of the church on Sunday morning.

4.6

Jul 2023

The host was great. He went out of his way to ensure we had a meal and when our airport shuttle could not make it in tim

Host and clean apartment

4.6

Jul 2023

certainly not value for money.

lawn in the property was very nice.

Location wasn’t as expected. No hot water, lots of mosquitoes and despite request we didn’t get repellants. No hot water, no hangers to hang clothes etc.

4.6

Jul 2023

Really good!

Once again a pleasant stay. Mr. Brown kept out luggage safe while we were travelling up north. Everything was good.

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4.6

Jul 2023

Really good! We will come back

Very well located - close to the airport. Nice neighbourhood and a beautiful house with garden. Clean and pleasant. Amazing food. Mr. Brown is so lovely and kind!

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4.6

Jul 2023

Helpful, tasty, Welcoming!

Very great host, helpful, welcoming, full of knowledge, ready to do all the best for the clients! And the food was very very tasty, well come again if we are around!

Nothing!

4.6

Jul 2023

African hospitality at its bestselling

What makes BabaJay's home is its owner, Brown. He is an exceptional host. Real African hospitality. Nothing is too much trouble. Rooms very clean and well equipped. Charming garden with swing chair. Right in the heart of village life with churches and mosques all around. Delicious food. And Erick was a wonderful driver who fetched us from the ferry and took us to the train, battling Dar traffic with aplomb! The house is well situated for airport travel as well.

Nothing. This place is charming and welcoming.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in City of Dar es Salaam is $98 per night. This rental is $22 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at BabaJay Family Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is BabaJay Family Home pet friendly?

Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at BabaJay Family Home?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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