8.5 / 10 Guest Rating

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

Name: Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel
Address: Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, tz
Rating: 8.5

Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam, tz

from US$263 / night

About the Property

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in spacious, air-conditioned rooms with modern décor and top-notch amenities at Serena Hotel. Enjoy the comfort of a flat-screen TV, minibar, and a private bathroom in every room.

Gourmet Dining Options
Savor a variety of international cuisines at the two on-site restaurants or opt for a poolside dining experience at the Island Trader Bar and Restaurant. Treat yourself to delectable pastries at the patisserie or enjoy lively music at the Kibo Bar.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Relax by the outdoor pool in tropical gardens, work out at the fitness center, or unwind in the sauna. Let the 24-hour front desk and travel desk assist you in organizing excursions. With free private parking and an airport shuttle service, your stay at Serena Hotel is bound to be seamless.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Serena Hotel!

Facilities & Amenities

Fitness facilities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Fitness center

Swimming pool

24-hour front desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

The hotel is currently undergoing guest rooms renovations of all rooms, being done in phases. The works started on March 18th, 2025 between 10am to 4pm everyday and some rooms have since been closed to facilitate the renovation. Our contractor is expected to complete the renovations within a period of one year. All other facilities within the hotel are operational and guests can continue to enjoy our various services and their stay with us. Please assist to have this notice on the fine print for your guests to be aware.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

6 rates found

1/2

Superior Garden View Room

This room has a private bathroom, seating area and overlooks the gardens and golf course. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. An extra child can also be accommodated in an extra bed. (See hotel policies)

33 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Superior Garden View Room

Free cancellation

Before Jun 30 (2 days)

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$408.24

$326.59

Includes taxes & fees

1/3

Standard City View Room

This room has a private bathroom, seating area and overlooks the city center. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. An extra child can also be accommodated in an extra bed. (See hotel policies)

33 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Standard City View Room

Free cancellation

Before Jun 30 (2 days)

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$377.78

$302.22

Includes taxes & fees

1/2

Executive City View Room

The rooms overlook the garden and the adjacent golf course with the Indian Ocean on the horizon. Guest of this room can enjoy 50% discount on drinks in the lounge Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. An extra child can also be accommodated in an extra bed. (See hotel policies)

39 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephone

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Executive City View Room

Free cancellation

Before Jun 30 (2 days)

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$423.47

$338.78

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Standard Room, City View

1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds355-sq-foot room with city views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television with premium channels and pay moviesFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Grab bar near toiletNeed to Know - No rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

33 m2

Sleeps 2

1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarSafety deposit boxTelephoneHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Standard Room, City View

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$328.16

$262.53

Includes taxes & fees

1/4

Superior Room, Garden View

1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds355-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television with premium channels and pay moviesFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Grab bar near toiletNeed to Know - No rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

33 m2

Sleeps 2

1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarSafety deposit boxTelephoneHair dryerBathrobe

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Superior Garden Room

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$358.69

$286.95

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Executive Room, Ocean View

1 King Bed355-sq-foot room with ocean views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television with premium channels and pay moviesFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free newspaper, safe, and deskComfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Grab bar near toiletNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

33 m2

Sleeps 2

1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerMinibarSafety deposit boxTelephoneHair dryerDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Executive Ocean View Room

Free cancellation

Before Jun 30 (2 days)

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$453.94

$363.15

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.5

Excellent216 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good location.

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Ruth

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 22, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Shay

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Location is great. Middle of town. The golf course is just next door.

Bad smell in the restroom

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Maria

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 11, 2026

"Comfortable stay in old-world charme"

Excellent

8.0

Staff super helpful, location easy to city, good pool and fantastic breakfast buffet

Rooms a bit outdated, bathroom very small and shower in bathtub but I have seen that they are currently renovating the hotel rooms

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BHAVESH

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 8, 2026

"Lovely place to stay"

Excellent

8.0

Location

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Dr. Humphrey

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 31, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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geoffrey

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 28, 2026

"Did what it said on the can"

Excellent

8.0

Clean and comfortable

N/A

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Kyle

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 20, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Maxime

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Good location. Spacious and clean rooms. Decent breakfast. Good facilities.

Staff could have been friendlier. We felt like we were bothering them when asking for information.

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Mohamed

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 17, 2026

"Good"

Good

1.0

I booked under booking .com on 12/20/2025 to 12/21/2025 and I paid by my credit card than I was whole day in my business when I came at night they said we don’t have your booking I showed my confirmation but unfortunately it happened I paid twice at the morning when I checked I submitted my complain they said it was mistake but you ask your endorsement from booking . Com Up to now I have got my money

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José María

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 17, 2026

"Very Good"

Very Good

7.0

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Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Superior Garden View Room

Amenities

Standard City View Room

Amenities

Executive City View Room

Amenities

Standard Room, City View

Amenities

Superior Room, Garden View

Amenities

Executive Room, Ocean View

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Comfortable stay in old-world charme"

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"Exceptional"

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"Very Good"