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Hotel Sapphire

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

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Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot No 4 Mtendeni Street, Dar es Salaam, PO Box 20009
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre
    9 min walk
  • Atiman House
    11 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    13 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    24 min drive

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Room options

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Superior Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
Front of property - evening/night

Harbour View Suites

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (205)
The price is $76
per night
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Harbour View Suites

About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Kisutu, Hotel Sapphire is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre and Askari Monument. This 3-star hotel has 63 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Pizza - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Sapphire

Hotel with free parking, near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Guests of Hotel Sapphire enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 45000 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
30-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hydromassage showers, designer toiletries, and slippers. Kitchenettes, dining areas, and refrigerators are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or hydromassage showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 17.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 45000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 17.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sapphire Dar Es Salaam
Sapphire Dar Es Salaam
Hotel Sapphire Hotel
Hotel Sapphire Dar es Salaam
Hotel Sapphire Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Sapphire?

This hotel is situated in Kisutu within a 10-minute walk of Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre and Askari Monument. You'll also find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Sapphire?

As of Nov 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Sapphire on Dec 3, 2024 start from $174.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Sapphire?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Sapphire include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Sapphire doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Sapphire?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Sapphire good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a soaking tub and a memory foam mattress in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Hotel Sapphire have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Sapphire feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Sapphire doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Sapphire allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Sapphire.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Sapphire?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Sapphire?

The closest major airport to Hotel Sapphire is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 6.9 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Sapphire?

No, at Hotel Sapphire, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older hotel that has nice updates. The room and bathroom were very nice and comfortable. The staff was friendly. The food at the restaurants was mostly Indian dishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMEETKUMAR, NAIROBI

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

RAVINDRA VISHWANATH

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of restaurants nearby and easy access to all parts of Dar Es Salaam
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mark, Renton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. The hotel is old but maintained well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Located in the city center and close to most offices. Very clean. Staff were nice and helpful and did not make any fuss about request for a late checkout. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its a excellent location and staff are polite and effective
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed before and enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

H

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel with Great Restaurant Food
The hotel was in relatively good locality. Little bit far from Airport considering local traffic and ongoing Bridge construction going on in Dar Es Salaam. Restaurant food was one of the big plus. Roof top Bar & Restaurant was quite good, helps to relax after hectic work day. Local Taxis are always available outside the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and professionally managed
This is a very good hotel in the city centre. The wifi worked well and the restaurant served good food (and beer). The room was spacious, clean and comfortable, and the air conditioning worked well. The biggest plus as far as I was concerned was the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff and management, which was outstanding. This will be my hotel of choice on my return to Dar es Salaam.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Maureen Smitt

Liked: Staff & service
Old Colonial Type hotel
The staff were all charming and friendly. Restaurant service one night was so slow I left - 45 minute wait for a curry!! There was a function upstairs, and I don't think they thought anyone else would be eating. Breakfast (included) was OK, much Indian food, but omlets made to order.

4/10 Poor

Kumar, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two star hotel
The condition of the room is really bad. Paint is peeling. Washroom tiles are dirty and may have MOLD. Water doesn't drain during shower. It is really bad. Only supplied on bath towel and one hand towel. No napkins. Neighborhood does not suite the location of this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Jeya Ram, India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel for all travellers.
I am used to stay in this hotel every time I visit Dar for about more than 4 years. At least a week stay every year. Very nice property with comfort, easy accessible, good location. Especially for Indian traveller it's a good choice as very close to Indian temples, Indian foods at walkable distance. Overall a good hotel.

8/10 Good

dermot, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value and very friendly and helpful staff. The food was very good.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was happy to stay at the hotel. The rooms are neat and well decorated. And price reasonable.

6/10 Okay

SUBRAMANIAN, Chennai, India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel that serve Indian veg. Food
Good hotel - Indian vegetarian food available in this hotel - managed by Indians - good value for money

6/10 Okay

andrius, london

just acceptable
it was ok for a short overnight stay, quite nice breakfast. not far from the ferry terminal. the terrace upstairs looked nice for a drink in the evening, but we arrived after 11pm so never had a chance to use it as it was already closed by that time.

8/10 Good

Mr. Gerald R, Cairns, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Sapphire
They could not find booking for two so we were upgraded to a very nice suite. Overnight stay in DAR, very comfortable, left before breakfast time so they packed a sandwich to go for two. Dinner was the best curry in hotel dining room I have had in years. I liked the hotel a lot. U.S. $30.00 plus tip cab ride from airport

6/10 Okay

JOHN, Nairobi Kenya

Disliked: Room comfort
Feedback
Came for official duties. Friendly staff, the location is horrible though.No parking, accessing Taxi's is a nightmare and the unimaginable Trafffic jam on a rainy day. Improve on courtesy for your ushers/ security one can get rained on while being dropped by a cab but the ushers don't come with to shelter you from the rain and just watches by. Also the TV channels are so skewed to India channels, got the impression you expect guests from only one race? give more attention to customers feedback and you will be Ok...you have the potential.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Two nights at Hotel Sapphire, Dar-es-salaam
Friendly staff. Manager was genuinley interested in my welfare. Sad to see leaking sink in my room and a mouse in the dinning room.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good for one night if you are in a hurry
the service staff is actually great and welcoming- ready to make one comfortable and serve; yet does not follow up on what guests request from the outset _ like putting my sister, nephew and niece all in one bed rather than the double room and paid for one adult two children as requested. the AC's have problem working but they get them to work right away when you let them know. the biggest and maybe only problem is that the hotel smells like moth balls as deodorizer used is not welcoming smell for those allergic to heavy cleanser smells like us. the hotel is run down and the decor should be rethought - it looks even less welcoming and cheap for the price paid- it has appearance of more a motel, than hotel.

8/10 Good

dena, New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great budget hotel
I only stayed here one night. For budget accomodations it was absolutey fine. The room was quite large. The a/c worked well, and there was hot water when i needed it. Wifi also worked well in the rooms. The staff were all very friendly, especially the bar staff. The rooftop bar is simple but its a nice place to unwind before heading to bed. I cant say much about the neighborhood as i arrived at about 10pm at night and left the next morning by 9am, but i can tell you i didnt feel unsafe.

6/10 Okay

James, Washington, DC

A really good bargain in Dar
I stayed here for 3 nights for a business trip. The hotel is in a pretty crowded neighborhood, but it was easy to visit interesting places on foot. Walking to the beach was easy. The wi-fi was good. Everything worked (TV, hot water). Bonus is that I had a water boiler and lots of coffee and fixings in the room. The gym equipment is old but it works, so I was satisfied. And the gym is on the top floor, so you can walk out to the terrace for really great panoramic views. I would definitely stay here again because the price point is great and the place, overall, is pretty good.