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Q-Bar & Guest House

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly guesthouse connected to a shopping centre in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast

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Deluxe Room
Bar (on property)
Hallway
Interior detail
Front of property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Plot 1 Ali Bin Said Road, Dar es Salaam, 4595

What's nearby

  • Coco Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Slipway - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Makumbusho Village - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 19 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪wavuvi kempu - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zuane - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Levant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Q-Bar & Guest House

Guest house located in Oyster Bay
At Q-Bar & Guest House, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a library. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Q-Bar, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • A billiards/pool table, a front desk safe and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Q-Bar & Guest House offer perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Swahili, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Q-Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 19 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Q-Bar Guest House Guesthouse Dar es Salaam
Q-Bar Guest House Guesthouse
Q-Bar Guest House Dar es Salaam
Q-Bar Guest House
q Bar Hotel
q-Bar And Guest House
q-Bar & Guest House Hotel Dar Es Salaam
Q-Bar & Guest House Guesthouse
Q-Bar & Guest House Dar es Salaam
Q-Bar & Guest House Guesthouse Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is Q-Bar & Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Q-Bar & Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Q-Bar & Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Q-Bar & Guest House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Q-Bar & Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 19 per vehicle applies.

Where is Q-Bar & Guest House located?

Located in Oyster Bay, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nyumba ya Sanaa, Coco Beach and Little Theatre. The Slipway and Bongoyo Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Q-Bar & Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Nice staff, surrounding area is very convenient plenty of shops and restaurants. Safe area as well. Every thing you need is in walking distance.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

6/10

Reasonably priced
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

4/10

The place is run down and the bed is like a piece of plywood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10

Do not stay here!! Dirty and prostitution happens here!! You aren’t safe!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10

The hotel has a lively atmosphere and a convenient location, making it a popular spot in Dar es Salaam. However, my stay was less enjoyable due to several issues. The rooms were not well-maintained, with noticeable cleanliness problems, including an unpleasant smell of cigarettes. The noise from the bar downstairs made it difficult to get a good night's rest, especially late into the night. While the social scene and bar might appeal to some guests, those looking for a quiet and clean environment may want to explore other options. Improvements in room hygiene and noise insulation would greatly enhance the guest experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

The toilet in my room would not flush the way is supposed to.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10

We are having major electric shortage causing me and other guest not having access to electricity, air-conditioning and water for the last 5 hours... I definitely would demand a refund for all this inconvenience... We can't even use restroom for #1!!!!! That's absolutely unprofessional.

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

As always, great staff and okay pricing for basic good accommodation. Coming back again next few years! 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Not for everyone, but if you are lonely male it's ok. Downstairs there is a bar with hookers, but the food is rather bad. Breakfasts are like homemade and lack variety, but the staff is very friendly. At first I wanted to move when I saw the room, cause it doesn't look like in the photos, but everything was working including ac so in the end I'm satisfied. Very convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10

I wasn't given the room I booked. The pictures on this app don't represent what they offer. Wi-Fi didn't work. The bar plays loud music at night. I was accused of having extra people in my room when I didn't. It seems that the bar is where men are trying to hook up with women for hire.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10

Before our trip we ordered middle class rooms. But we got little lesser rooms for the the first night and then upgrade to the best vip rooms for the rest of our stay. The location is good, televisions are not. Don't get the cheapest room option. Upper rooms are better. There is a bar downstairs and it can cause some noise in late evenings. The customers are mostly single men. Do your homework for less surprises.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

6/10

You definitely get what you pay for! I had to switch out of 3 bedrooms cause they either had mold or just plain smelled. Finally the fourth bedroom I was placed in was relatively clean and nice. The receptionist was very helpful and understanding. The location was perfect for me which is why I didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

Enkelt boende men rent och fräscha rum. Restaurang och bar. Mycket service vänlig personal. Nära till allt.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2020

8/10

The staff was very pleasant and organized a transportation from the airport and into our next venue. Breakfast was a nice surprise. The hotel room was clean and with good air conditioning. Good wifi!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10

Great, walkable location in the Oyster Bay/Masaki Peninsula area. Our room was well kept and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is good and the surrounding area is pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10

Ophold, service og værelse var helt godt. Det eneste minus er hotellets tilstand - mangel på vedligeholdelse Det trænger til en lettere renovering / bedre vedligeholdelse.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

4/10

As you may guess from the name, this place is first a bar, and then, way after, perhaps a hotel. Your room is basically just above the bar, so sleeping without earplugs before 1am on a Saturday will be complicated. The staff doesn't speak English, or not at all which is unprofessional for a capital city hotel. Hence every communication is hard. The double bed is actually two single beds next to each other, which of course is uncomfortable if you would like to sleep in the middle of your bed. Even the sheets are for 2 single beds. The shower is not separated from the bathroom, so when you have a shower, the entire bathroom is wet. The WiFi was either not working at all, or not sufficient to be used in the room. But perhaps most annoyingly was the fact that the bar is full of prostitutes waving to you as you go upstairs to your room. Also quite difficult to feel home in that context. Unless you're a prostitute ? Room size was good, as well as the AC, breakfast was ok but starting too late at 8am. Poor value for money in general, 50$ a night in my case.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019