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Our top choices for Upanga West hotels

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, (224 reviews)
"Staff were great, hotel very clean. Perfect location"
United States
Lameha
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

2. City Crown Hotel

City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
Kariakoo, 1.7 km from Upanga West
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Restaurant and gym on premises ++"
United States
Fredrick
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
City Crown Hotel

3. 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, (301 reviews)
"Customer service and the rooms are extremely organizing and clean"
United States
Ilham
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

4. Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
4.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.9 km from Upanga West
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (280 reviews)
"Very good place and price is good also"
United States
Sameh
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam

5. 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, (297 reviews)
"Decent hotel with clean amenities"
United States
Fadi
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

6. 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, (296 reviews)
"The staff! Amazing people. Dorah, Grace, Arnold, Johnston,"
Canada
Ebenezer
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

7. 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, (395 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with very friendly staff! Ideal location for businessman"
United States
Krushil
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

8. 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, (131 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Mexico
Humberto
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam

9. Harbour View Suites

Harbour View Suites
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 2.2 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"We love staying at the Harbour View Suites when we need to visit Dar es Salaam. We can always count on it being clean, safe and have excellent food in the restaurant. The water views are a great bonus! The staff will bend over backwards to help you with anything you need. As I often travel was several colleagues and need multiple rooms, they're always so helpful and accommodating. You won't get treated better anywhere else!"
United States
Rita
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Harbour View Suites

10. AURA SUITES

AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
Upanga East, 1.2 km from Upanga West
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"The location is really good if you wish to visit Kiriako market. It's within a shopping mall that has a grocery store by the corner. Breakfast is awesome and the staff are really nice."
United States
Clara Ijeoma
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
AURA SUITES

11. CBD Hotel

CBD Hotel
4.0 star property
Mchafukoge, 2.6 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (338 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Enjoyed the spa as well, and the lady was so sweet in the spa! Greta massage as well!"
United States
Audrey
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
CBD Hotel

12. Chelsea Hotel

Chelsea Hotel
3.0 star property
Kariakoo, 2.1 km from Upanga West
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (136 reviews)
"Great staff and hotel rooms "
United States
CARL
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Chelsea Hotel

13. The CRADLE

The CRADLE
3.5 star property
Kivukoni, 2.2 km from Upanga West
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Siisti huone mutta oli todella kuuma, Henkilökunta: Hyvää kunnioittaa ja kohtelias, hyvää palvelua"
Finland
Jean Nepomuscene
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The CRADLE

14. Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 2.5 km from Upanga West
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (404 reviews)
"Always a pleasure staying here"
United States
Darius
The price is AU$324
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

15. Johari Rotana

Johari Rotana
5.0 star property
Kivukoni, 2.4 km from Upanga West
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (148 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay with amazing breakfast"
United States
Imran
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Johari Rotana

16. 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, (137 reviews)
"Lovely stay, great staff can't recommend this place enough "
United Kingdom
Bipin
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

17. Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Tiffany Diamond Hotels
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 2 km from Upanga West
7.6 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"The hotel is good and offers good services"
United States
Patrick
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tiffany Diamond Hotels

18. Hotel Raha Tower

Hotel Raha Tower
3.0 star property
Kivukoni, 1.5 km from Upanga West
7.2 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Convenient, did the job! Just stayed for one night, no complaints!"
Germany
Andreas Werner
The price is AU$72
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Raha Tower

19. Tanzanite Executive Suites

Tanzanite Executive Suites
3.5 star property
Kisutu, 1.9 km from Upanga West
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (643 reviews)
"The location was excellent, lots amenities"
Canada
MOHSENALI
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Tanzanite Executive Suites

20. 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 AU$175
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hotel Sapphire
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Compare popular hotels in Upanga West

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A set of stairs leading to a building entrance with glass doors and a metal railing.
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
224 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.
City Crown Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
17 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden beams, and a city view.
AURA SUITES
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
70 reviews
View
A rooftop lounge with white wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of the city skyline and water.
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
404 reviews
View
A multi-level pool area with wooden railings and lounge chairs.
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
296 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Upanga West

Find the best Upanga West areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.

Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coco Beach and Little Theatre.

Mikocheni

Travellers enjoy Mikocheni for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Nafasi Art Space while you're in the area.

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What are the best hotels in Upanga West that travellers recommend?
For excellent hotels in Upanga West that consistently receive high recommendations from travellers, consider the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, Johari Rotana, and Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG.

The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, with an 8.6 rating, offers a luxurious experience with amenities such as an executive room option, a poolside bar, and 24-hour room service. Guests frequently praise the excellent pool and professional staff. It is conveniently located near Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania, both just 0.7 km away.

Another highly-rated option is the Johari Rotana, holding an impressive 9.2 rating. This hotel features an ocean view restaurant, art deco design, and air conditioning. Guests consistently highlight the excellent and friendly staff, the superb location, and the excellent spa, food, and pool. It is situated 1.2 km from Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and 1.1 km from the National Museum of Tanzania.

The Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG, a hotel with a 9.0 rating, provides comfortable stays with amenities like air conditioning, deep soaking bathtubs, and a poolside bar. Travellers often praise the excellent service. It is located just 1.0 km from both the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania.
What are the best family hotels in Upanga West?
For excellent family hotels in Upanga West, consider the Johari Rotana, Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG, Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel, and the CBD Hotel.

The Johari Rotana, with an impressive 9.2 rating, is a fantastic option for families. It offers complimentary breakfast for children, free cribs, and a children's pool. Connecting rooms are available for larger families, and it is conveniently located near the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania, both within 1.2 km. Guests consistently praise the excellent staff and great location.

Another highly-rated choice is the Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG, boasting a 9.0 rating. This hotel provides a children's pool, kids' meals, and free cribs, with connecting rooms also available. It is very close to the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania, both approximately 1.0 km away. The service here is frequently described as excellent.

The Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel, rated 8.2, caters well to families with amenities such as sofa beds, toys for children, onsite babysitting, free cribs, and kitchens in some rooms. It is situated just 0.9 km from the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and 0.8 km from the National Museum of Tanzania. Guests often praise the excellent, modern rooms and the friendly, helpful staff.

Finally, the CBD Hotel, also rated 8.2, offers child-friendly window designs, connecting rooms, a children's pool, free cribs, and an outdoor pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar. Guests frequently highlight the great hospitality and excellent, friendly staff.
What are the best rated hotels in Upanga West?
For the best hotels in Upanga West, consider the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel and the Johari Rotana.

The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, with an 8.6 rating, offers a luxurious stay with amenities such as excellent outdoor tennis facilities and a relaxing poolside bar. Guests frequently praise the great customer service and excellent pool. It is conveniently located near the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania, both approximately 0.7 km away.

Another excellent choice is the Johari Rotana, which boasts an impressive 9.2 rating. This hotel features an ocean view restaurant and rooms with air conditioning and sea views. Reviews highlight the excellent and friendly staff, superb location, and excellent spa facilities and food. It is also close to the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens, about 1.2 km away, and the National Museum of Tanzania, approximately 1.1 km away.
What are the best spa hotels in Upanga West?
For a relaxing stay with excellent spa facilities in Upanga West, consider the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, CBD Hotel, or the Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel.

The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, rated 8.6, offers a full-service spa with daily availability. Guests can indulge in a variety of treatments including manicures, pedicures, facials, body wraps, hot stone massages, and general massages. The hotel is also praised for its great customer service and excellent pool.

The CBD Hotel, with a rating of 8.2, features an extensive full-service spa. Amenities include a steam room, body treatments, facial treatments, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, Swedish massage, manicures and pedicures, reflexology, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy treatments. Guests often highlight the great hospitality and excellent, friendly staff.

Another excellent choice is the Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel, also rated 8.2. Its on-site spa provides a range of services such as massage, body scrubs, deep tissue massage, aromatherapy treatments, sports massage, hot stone massage, Thai massage, and reflexology. The hotel is known for its excellent, modern rooms and friendly, helpful staff.
What hotels in Upanga West offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Upanga West that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Johari Rotana, the Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, the Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay, and the Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam.

The Johari Rotana, with an impressive 9.2 rating, provides free breakfast for children. This hotel is also conveniently located near several points of interest, including St Joseph's Cathedral, which is just 0.2 km away, and Uhuru Monument, 0.7 km away. Guests frequently praise the excellent staff, the superb location, and the excellent food.

The Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, rated 8.8, offers both free buffet breakfast and free daily breakfast. This hotel is situated 1.8 km from the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and 1.9 km from the National Museum of Tanzania. Past guests have highlighted the good breakfast, good location, and friendly staff.

The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, with an 8.6 rating, offers free daily breakfast and free buffet breakfast. It is conveniently positioned 0.7 km from both the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and the National Museum of Tanzania. Guests often praise the great customer service, excellent pool, and professional staff.

The Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay, rated 8.6, provides free daily breakfast and free buffet breakfast. This hotel is located just 0.2 km from the Little Theatre and 2.0 km from Coco Beach.

The Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam, with an 8.2 rating, also offers free breakfast for children. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the comfortable and clean rooms.
What are the top boutique hotels in Upanga West?
For a top boutique hotel in Upanga West, the Johari Rotana is an excellent choice.

This highly-rated hotel, with a superb 9.2 review score, offers a truly luxurious experience. Guests consistently praise the excellent and friendly staff, the great location, and the excellent food. It also features a fantastic spa and pool for guest relaxation. The Johari Rotana provides complimentary toiletries, free cribs, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. For added convenience, there is free self-parking and a 24-hour airport shuttle service available. Families will appreciate the complimentary breakfast provided for children.
What are the best budget hotels in Upanga West?
For excellent budget hotels in Upanga West, consider the Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, the Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre, and the Chelsea Hotel.

The Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, with a strong 8.8 rating, offers complimentary breakfast, free toiletries, and a 24-hour airport shuttle, providing great value for guests. Free WiFi and self-parking are also included. It is conveniently located near the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens, which is 1.8 km away, and the National Museum of Tanzania, 1.9 km away. Guests consistently praise the good breakfast, location, and friendly service and staff.

Another highly-rated option is the Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre, with a good rating of 8.4. This hotel provides free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, free toiletries, and free continental breakfast. Cribs are also available at no extra cost, making it suitable for families. A 24-hour airport shuttle is available for convenience. It is within easy reach of the Uhuru Monument (0.7 km), St Joseph's Cathedral (0.6 km), and the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens (1.3 km).

The Chelsea Hotel, rated 8.0, is another solid choice. Guests can enjoy free toiletries, free breakfast, free WiFi, and free continental breakfast, along with complimentary self-parking. It is very close to the Uhuru Monument (0.3 km) and St Joseph's Cathedral (1.0 km). Reviewers frequently highlight the clean rooms, good food, and friendly staff.
What are the most romantic hotels in Upanga West for couples?
For a romantic getaway in Upanga West, couples will find excellent options at the Johari Rotana and the Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG.

The Johari Rotana, with an impressive 9.2 rating, offers a truly luxurious experience. Couples can enjoy a sea view and indulge in couples treatment rooms at the spa, which also features a sauna. Guests consistently praise the excellent and friendly staff, great location, and superb food and pool facilities. This hotel is also conveniently located just 0.5 km from Azania Front Lutheran Church and 1.2 km from Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens.

Another recommended hotel is the Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG, rated at 9.0. This hotel is great for couples seeking a dedicated dining experience together and features a balcony in some rooms. The hotel also boasts a poolside bar, sun loungers, and an outdoor pool. It's very close to Nyumba ya Sanaa, only 0.2 km away.
What are the best hotels in Upanga West near Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens?
For hotels in Upanga West near Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens, consider the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, Tanzanite Executive Suites, or Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment.

The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, with an 8.6 rating, is exceptionally close to the gardens, just 0.7 km away. Guests frequently praise the great customer service and excellent pool. It also offers free breakfast, free WiFi, free self-parking, and a 24-hour airport shuttle, making it very convenient.

Another excellent option is the Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard, rated 8.8. It is located 1.8 km from the gardens and features free buffet breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour airport shuttle. Reviews often highlight the good breakfast, location, and friendly staff.

The Tanzanite Executive Suites, with an 8.2 rating, is 1.2 km from Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens. This hotel provides a 24-hour airport shuttle, an area shuttle, and cribs for families.

Also 1.2 km from the gardens is the Urban Rose Hotel and Apartment, rated 8.0. It offers free WiFi, free self-parking, and a 24-hour airport shuttle.
When is the best time to go to Upanga West?
The best time to visit Upanga West is during the dry seasons, which run from June to October and then again from late December to February.

These periods offer consistently warm and sunny weather with minimal rainfall, creating ideal conditions for exploring Dar es Salaam and enjoying outdoor activities. The humidity is also lower, making for a more comfortable experience overall.

For those planning to combine their trip with a safari or beach holiday elsewhere in Tanzania, these dry months align perfectly with the best wildlife viewing opportunities and pleasant coastal conditions.
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