The best spa hotels in Dar es Salaam

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Dar es Salaam easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Situated in Dar es Salaam, Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a garden. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The property features a children's playground. All units at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Selected rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge. The rooms at Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel feature air condition and a desk. A continental or buffet breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving local, international and seafood cuisine. Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel offers a terrace. The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day. Kivukoni Fish Market is 10 km from the hotel, while Kariakoo Market is 11 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $85.

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• 2 Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam The Kilimanjaro is located close to the harbour and 700 metres away from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. The hotel has a spa, outdoor pool and a casino. Each spacious room at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam combines a modern mixture of African and European decor. They feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. The hotel's restaurants serve international cuisine, including Asian, Indian, Italian and Swahili. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop bar, overlooking Dar es Salaams' harbour and city skyline. On Fridays and Saturdays, evening entertainment is offered at Level 8, the hotel's rooftop bar. There is a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour room service. Concierge services as well as laundry and dry-cleaning services are available. Kivukoni Fish Market is 1.1 km from Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro, while Kariakoo Market is 2 km from the property. Julius Nyerere Airport is 13 km away. Airport transfers can be arranged. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $180.

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• 3 Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Resort. Situated along the sandy Mbezi Beach, Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort in Dar Es Salaam features 3 swimming pools, a spa, a gym, 2 bars and a restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. The modern, air-conditioned rooms offer garden and pool views. They include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a refrigerator. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The restaurant serves a la carte meals, and in the weekend there is a buffet and BBQ food on the beach. The resort also offers a children’s play area, sun lounges, boating facilities, and live music and DJs. Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort is located just 1 km from the ferry stop to Mbudya Island. The Dar Es Salaam city centre is 20 km away and Julius Nyerere International Airport is 30 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $75.

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• 4 CBD Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, CBD Hotel is located in Dar es Salaam. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a minibar. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy city view from the room. Extras include an iPod dock, satellite channels and cable channels. At CBD Hotel you will find a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and laundry facilities. The property offers free parking. Julius Nyerere International Airport is 11 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $90.

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• 5 Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam, an IHG Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam is located in the business district just a 5-minute drive from nearby banks, embassies and shops. The hotel features a gym, spa, swimming pool and 2 restaurants. The spacious, modern rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and en suite bathroom. Guests can enjoy ocean views from the rooftop Al Dar Restaurant or try the Tanzanian menu at Gaucho restaurant. The Tour Desk can organize wildlife safaris or trips to Zanzibar's aromatic spice plantations. The Askari Monument is just a 10-minute walk from the hotel and the ferry terminal to Zanzibar is a 25-minute walk. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $93.

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• 6 Hotel Slipway Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Situated in Dar es Salaam, Hotel Slipway features a private beach area and access to an outdoor swimming pool. Overlooking the sea, the hotel also has barbecue facilities and free WiFi throughout the property. Each room at Hotel Slipway is air-conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels. The rooms also offers a sitting area, minibar and a balcony with views of either the city or the sea. Hotel Slipway guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant, a drink at the bar or relax at the spa. A variety of water sports are on offer, including diving, snorkeling, canoeing and fishing. Julius Nyerere International Airport is within 20 km. Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $111.

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• 7 Peninsula Hotel Dar Es Salaam Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Peninsula Hotel Dar Es Salaam is situated in the Oysterbay suburb of Dar es Salaam. It features a fitness centre, free WiFi and private parking is offered and Coco Beach is 950 metres away. The air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen satellite TV, work desk and minibar. The suites have a separate dining area with microwave. The restaurants at Peninsula Hotel Dar Es Salaam boast international, continental and Indian cuisine. Guest can relax and enjoy a beverage in the coffee shop and the 24-hour front desk can assist guests with arranging car rental or excursions. The hotel also has a business centre. Julius Nyerere International Airport is 17km away and the ferry terminal to Zanzibar is within a 15-minute drive. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $125.

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• 8 Sea Cliff Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Located 5 km away from Dar es Salaam city centre, Sea Cliff Hotel offers a pool, 2 restaurants and a casino. It features a 24-hour front desk and complimentary Wi-Fi. Combining contemporary furnishings with Swahili-inspired design, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and a bathrobe. The spacious Executive Suite features a separate living area, sea views and a freestanding bath. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning. The Alcove Restaurant serves Indian and Chinese cuisine while Karambezi Café offers International dishes and local sea food. Refreshments and drinks can be enjoyed at the Coral Cliff Bar. At Sea Cliff Hotel you will find a fitness centre, a hair and beauty salon, a gift shop and a tour desk. There is also a business centre and meeting facilities. The hotel offers a 24-hour room service as well as a same day laundry service. Sea Cliff Hotel is located next to the Sea Village Shopping centre and 24 km away from Julius Nyerere Airport. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $210.

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• 9 Hotel Blue Sapphire Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Set in Dar es Salaam, 3 km from Julius Nyerere International international airport, Hotel Blue Sapphire offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness center and a bar. Each accommodation at the 4-star SERVICE, hotel has city views and free Wi-Fi and FREE AIRPORT PICKUP/DROP. The property has a sauna, steam and room service. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bath, slippers and free toiletries. At Hotel Blue Sapphire the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, a business center and ironing service at the property. Kariakoo Market is 7 km from Hotel Blue Sapphire, while Kivukoni Fish Market is 10 km from the property and 6 km from Tanzania National Stadium. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $114.

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• 10 Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Boasting free WiFi access, luggage storage and concierge service, Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center is located at the center of Dar es Salaam. The property offers a fitness center and an on-site business center. The hotel also offers secure and accessible parking and street parking. All rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature sea and city views, a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The bathroom includes free toiletries. The suites also have an equipped kitchenette. A breakfast is available each morning at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam. Guests can also dine in the on-site restaurant in the evening or relax with a drink in the hotel bar. Speaking Arabic, French, English, Hindi, Swahili and Urdu, the staff at the 24-hour front desk and tour desk are available to help guests with their queries and offer tour advice. Julius Nyerere International Airport is located 2 km away and airport transfers can be arranged upon request. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $70.

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• 11 B10 Airport Lodge Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Situated in Dar es Salaam, B10 Airport Lodge features a garden. With a lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The units at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchen. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and free toiletries. A continental or buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the on-site restaurant, which serves African cuisine. Speaking English and Swahili at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. Tanzania National Stadium is 8 km from the accommodation, while Kariakoo Market is 10 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $32.

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• 12 Blackwood Boutique Hotel and Apartments Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  

  Aparthotel. With Tanzania National Stadium reachable in 14 km, Blackwood Boutique Hotel and Apartments offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a bar. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the aparthotel free of charge. Blackwood Boutique Hotel and Apartments offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with a fridge, an oven, and a microwave. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte or a continental breakfast. Blackwood Boutique Hotel and Apartments offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna. Kunduchi Water Park is 15 km from the aparthotel, while Village Museum is 6.7 km away. The nearest airport is Julius Nyerere International, 14 km from Blackwood Boutique Hotel and Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $110.

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