Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel
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About this property
Next to a golf course and gymkhana club, Serena Hotel provides views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can relax next to the outdoor pool in the extensive tropical gardens, or in the fitness center and sauna. All of the spacious, air-conditioned rooms feature modern décor, a flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom. The hotel features 2 restaurants which prepare a variety of international cuisine, or guests can dine by the pool at the Island Trader Bar and Restaurant. There is also a patisserie, cafe, and the Kibo Bar which plays lively music. The 24-hour front desk and travel desk can help organize excursions into the center of Dar es Salaam, only 2 miles away. A baby-sitting service is available at Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel. Free private parking is available on site and an airport shuttle can be arranged. Julius Nyerere Airport is only 8 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Ariel
Israel“Super nice staff, good breakfast and restaurant, superb gym, very comfortable room”
Joyce
Canada“Beautifully decorated. Excellent food. Comfortable and quiet rooms and a fantastic swimming pool”- Anton
United Arab Emirates“Nice hotel in Arab style. Good location. Nice bar in the hotel. Well-equipped rooms. Exceptionally client-friendly staff 24-7 ready to assist.” - Angie
Australia“breakfast was the highlight - lots of variety, fresh fruits, coconut and local treats like coconut rice cake and vitumbua. large clean pool and well equipped gym.” - David
United States“Breakfast was fantastic. Restaurant was good for lunch and dinner, too.” - Kazushi
Japan“Nice entrance and robby place, nice restaurant and facilities in room.” - Aage
Finland“I have stayed in this hotel many times over the years and while the name has changed, the service and comfort remains the same.” - Cuixia
Tanzania“the breakfast is not so good，but the service is very good” 
Aranyak
Singapore“Liked the decor as always. Also loved the piano being played live in the lobby. The building I'd a bit old having seen its days through being swissotel then being movenpick then Serena. So the lifts are old and the carpets not the freshest but it...”- Azzan
Oman“Breakfast was amazing. Plenty of choice from different cuisines.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • Indian • Seafood • Local
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
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.
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.
Please inform Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel 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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
