- Kitchen
- City view
- Swimming pool
- Washing machine
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
About this property
Boasting a restaurant, bar and views of pool, Johari Rotana is located in Dar es Salaam, 656 feet from Zanzibar ferry. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a kids' club. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also feature a river view. Guest rooms have a wardrobe. Guests at Johari Rotana can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. The accommodations offers 5-star accommodations with a sauna and sun terrace. Guests can rent a car to explore the area, use the business center, or read the newspapers available on site. Kariakoo Market is 1.3 mi from Johari Rotana, while Tanzania National Stadium is 4.3 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 4 restaurants
- Free parking
- Spa
- Room service
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marion
Tanzania
“Good food. Breakfast was nice and fresh. Staff were friendly” - Harry
United States
“The hotel staff provided extraordinary service, demonstrating a keen attention to detail that made us feel welcome from the moment we stepped through the door until the time we checked out. Breakfast was a delightful experience, offered in two...” - Augustine
Nigeria
“Hotel room is really good. Stay at the 25th floor over looking the jetty. This is an excellent hotel to stay if you can afford it. Staff are nice and they respond to requests in less than 5 minutes. Nuhu was the staff that was in constant...” - Mutebi
United States
“I loved the view, customer care was beyond. I felt like I was at home.” - Abdulsamad
Bahrain
“The breakfast is very good. The location is very good.” - Katrina
United States
“Extremely kind staff, Squeaky clean rooms, the food was wonderful, the spa services were great. I will definitely return, and recommend to others” - Neil
Canada
“Fantastic hotel, very nice room, good service, great breakfast, good restaurant. Highly recommended.” - This
Tanzania
“Everything was excellent I love it and definitely I will go back again” - Eric
Democratic Republic of the Congo
“Nice 5 stars room and hotel amenities, loved the cigar lounge and 8th floor terrace” - Faisal
Saudi Arabia
“The staff are nice and friendly, Specially Edina at the reception desk”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- ZAFARANI ALL DAY DINING
- CuisineAfrican • Indian • Mediterranean
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsGluten-free • Dairy-free
- Kibo Lobby Lounge
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Hamilton Gastro Pub
- CuisineAmerican • British
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Noble House
- CuisineChinese
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
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 Johari Rotana 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.