Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, Dar es Salaam ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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8.2

8.5

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4.6

“The hotel's central location in Dar es Salaam makes it perfect for both business meetings and enjoying local dining options.”view full review

Experience urban living at its most cosmopolitan at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, a five-star oasis situated in the heart of the city's business district. This hotel features an inviting blend of sophisticated amenities, including a dedicated Executive Lounge and over 230 stylishly designed rooms and suites. Exceptional security and impeccable service ensure both leisure and business travelers receive a warm welcome.

Rooms & Amenities

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including Standard Rooms, Executive Suites, and a Presidential Suite, with options for city, garden, or ocean views. Each room includes amenities like a flat-screen TV, minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi, and 24-hour room service. Guests on the seventh level can benefit from personal butler service and access to an Executive Boardroom.

Dining Options

Dining options at the hotel include the Serengeti Restaurant, which features a seafood buffet and theme nights like Seafood Night and Indian Night. Jahazi Restaurant serves a la carte seafood, while Kibo Bar provides a relaxed atmosphere for drinks and light bites. The Bakers Basket Patisserie offers freshly baked goods and specialty coffees throughout the day.

Leisure & Business

For recreation, guests can enjoy the Maisha Spa and Health Club, which offers various treatments and a fitness center. The hotel provides access to an 18-hole golf course, racquetball, squash, and tennis courts. Business travelers benefit from well-equipped conference rooms accommodating up to 550 attendees, along with high-speed Internet.

Location & Transportation

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel is conveniently located near key city attractions, including the Botanical Gardens and Kivukoni Fish Market. It's just a ten-minute drive from Dar Es Salaam International Airport, providing easy access to local culture and amenities. Nearby transport options include the Posta bus station, which is a short walking distance away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Double Room

2 persons

39 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

33 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

33 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Revitalizing Spa!

“My treatment at the Maisha SPA with Juliette was excellent and truly rejuvenating, providing the perfect relaxation before my departure.” view full review

Excellent Gym!

“The gym was fantastic, equipped with modern fitness machines that made my workouts enjoyable and effective during my stay.” view full review

Impressive Breakfast!

“The breakfast buffet was impressive, offering a wide selection of delicious dishes that catered to everyone's tastes.” view full review

Spacious Comfort!

“The room was remarkably spacious and immaculately clean, enhancing my comfort and overall enjoyment of my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Pedicure
Manicure
Facial
Beauty treatment
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Map view

Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

City landmarks

Landmark

National Museum of Tanzania

1.0 km

Church

St. Joseph's Cathedral

1.3 km

Landmark

Askari Monument

670 m

Church

Azania Front Lutheran Church

940 m

Garden

Botanical Gardens

900 m

Landmark

Clock Tower

1.5 km

Landmark

Upanga Jamatkhana

890 m

Landmark

Darkhana Jamat Khana

1.1 km

Landmark

Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque مسجد

1.2 km

Casino

New Africa Casino

740 m

Landmark

Ngazija Mosque

730 m

Landmark

The Dar es Salaam Centre for Architectural Heritage

800 m

Landmark

PSPF Commercial Twin Towers

800 m

Landmark

Uhuru Monument

1.4 km

Casino

Le Grande Casino

1.3 km

Landmark

Khoja Shia Ithna Asheri Jamaat

950 m

Landmark

Old Boma, Dar es Salaam

1.1 km

Landmark

Darch

1.1 km

Mall

Aura Mall

1.2 km

Mosque

Maamur Mosque

2.4 km

Bridge

Selander Bridge

1.8 km

Casino

Las Vegas Casino

2.1 km

Landmark

Manyema Mosque

1.7 km

Landmark

Makonde Mosque

1.8 km

Landmark

Masjid Qiblatein مسجد

2.4 km

Nearby

Dar es Salaam

Nyumba ya Sanaa

530 m

Garden Avenue 6°48'50s 39°17'22e

PPF Tower

530 m

Casino

Princess Casino

470 m

Upanga West

Masjid Maamur Mosque

590 m

Restaurants

Mainland China

880 m

Floor 1st Uhuru Heights Bibi Titi Street Dar ES Salaam

Akemi Revolving Restaurant

360 m

Ohio St 21st Floor

Cafe 43

670 m

Maktaba Street Maktaba Square

The Hub

410 m

Ghana Avenue Ramada Encore

Deli At Encore

490 m

Ghana Avenue

Upanga Club

2.5 km

Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road Near the Serena Hotel

Kibo Bar

410 m

Movenpick Royal Palm Ohio St

High Spirit Lounge Bar

470 m

Ohio St 11th Floor IT Plaza

Mamboz Sizgrill

2.7 km

212 Maweni Street Upanga

City Garden

810 m

Corner of Pamba Rd. & Garden St. Kivukoni

Rodizio

810 m

Off Rose Garden Road Mikocheni

Getting around

City Centre

Dar es Salaam10 min · 800 m

Airports

Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)20 min · 13.0 km

Train

Central Railway Station17 min · 1.4 km

Tazara Railway Station10 min · 6.1 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:00

Check-out

from 10:00-12:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Dar Es Salaam Serena guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2007

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

230

Former name

Moevenpick Royal Palm

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Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, Dar es Salaam

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Business

Location & Transportation

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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