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Johari Rotana

5.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
2 restaurants, dinner served, American cuisine
Executive lounge
Exterior
Suite (Ambassador) | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
The current price is €212
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Room - City View / Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access - Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

City View Room - King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Spacious Sea View or City View Room With Lounge Access - Twin Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • Sea view
  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View or City View One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • Sea view
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

City View Room - Twin Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View Room - Twin bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View Room - King bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Spacious One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • City view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Spacious Sea View or City View Room With Lounge Access - King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Ambassador Suite - Sea View / City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • Sea view
  • 105 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View or City View Studio Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

One Bedroom Suite with Lounge Access - City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • City view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Sokine Drive/Morogoro Road, MNF Square, Dar es Salaam, Dar Es Salaam, 14909

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Palm - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Forodhani - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Johari Rotana

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Kivukoni
At Johari Rotana, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Enjoy American cuisine and ocean views at the two on-site restaurants. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a gift shop and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 253 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and free infant beds

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hamilton Gastro Pub
  • Kibo Lobby Lounge
  • Noble House

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (147 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Johari Rotana Hotel
Johari Rotana Dar Es Salaam
Johari Rotana Hotel Dar Es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Johari Rotana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Johari Rotana?

As of 6 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Johari Rotana on 18 Apr 2025 start from €212.22, including 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.

Is Johari Rotana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Johari Rotana?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Johari Rotana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Johari Rotana?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Johari Rotana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Johari Rotana located?

Located in Kivukoni, this family-friendly Dar es Salaam hotel is steps away from Le Grande Casino and St Joseph's Cathedral. Atiman House and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are also within 5 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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Johari Rotana Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 99 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shady

Nice place to stay in, rooms are very cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Somtochukwu Emmanuel

The services was amazing, Emmanuel was a really good receptionist and attended to all our needs. I exceptionally loved the gym and sauna too. Dining experience was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Has

was amazing we enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale E

The hospitality staff were great. Loved the 8th floor outdoor lounge / restaurant area. Very nice fitness center with good equipment.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

We were very happy with our staying at the hotel. Our room was clean with a lovely wiew. Emanuel in the reception made our visit as pleasent as it could be. He was very helpful and polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anmabelle

Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Swami

We had a great time in Dar, Hotel location is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

BASRI MERT

Excellent and unique!
Amazing room, excellent restaurants, spa, great location, professional and friendly hotel staff, beautiful city. Rotana is the right choice since it’s the best 5 star hotel in Dar es Salam.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohameden

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rogers

I booked ocean view suite but got city view so was a bit disappointed. And i was there while they hosted a number of VIPs so there was a lot of police, military and so on. And guests were being cautioned on not wearing very revealing clothes. I guess it wasnt the establishment's choice but yeah it was quite frustrating. The staff were amazing. Food, not so much
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

The staff is excellent Vanesa the manager and her staff is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

The outdoor restaurant was very nice. Best breakfast ever. Crazy amount of food choices
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdulkadir

Fantastic place a home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Louis

A glitch in Expedia’s system inadvertently caused me to double book . The hotel and Expedia where aware of this well in advance yet refused to cancel the booking and stole my money
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Hyari and the fitness managers were great. The food was excellent as well as all of the food management staff. The pool and scenery was excellent. Only problem was that there was a glitch in expedia booking causing me to double book. Even though the hotel was informed in advance and contacted my Expedia to change this they refused to refund. That is dirty and the truly don't need the money that bad to do something like that.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Amazing staff and great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Excellent staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Great staff and very nice hotel would stay again without a doubt
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andenet

The staff was great. I particularly appreciated Vanessa at the front desk. A true professional with grace.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Janette

Although only a one night stay we were very impressed with the Johari Rotana and in particular their staff service. Nothing was too difficult and the staff were cheerful and willing to go above and beyond for customer satisfaction.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Great stay!
Beautiful room and bathroom, great pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

All staff at the hotel were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are very spacious and well-designed, and service was outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jay

Restaurant staff are poor for a five star property. No greeting upon arrival. Don’t show where one can sit. Acute shortage of waiters…. I had to inform staff that certain items ran out. Overall service was very poor 5/10. Great improvements needed. Didn’t see any restaurant manager or supervisor
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Hotel was immaculate. Staff was as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MINAZALI

Central location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024