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Serene Hotel

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Africana Drive, Mbezi Beach, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Jangwani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mbezi Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wet n Wild Water Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Garden View Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard City View Room

  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Pool View Room

Standard Pool View Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Deluxe Room

Superior Deluxe Room

  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Studio Apartment

  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room with Balcony

Executive Room with Balcony

  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

When you stay at Serene Hotel in Dar es Salaam, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Jangwani Beach and Water World. .This family-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Bongoyo Island and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mbezi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Jangwani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Water World - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Wet n Wild Water Park - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • The Slipway - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 49 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juliana Pub/hotel! - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kahawa Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Giraffe Ocean View Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rafikiz - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Serene Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and spa services
Serene Hotel offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 12-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 44 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at On the Bay, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Dar es Salaam? This hotel has 6458 square feet (600 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
On the Bay - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Garden - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Garden
  • On the Bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free children's club
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 6,458 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - September 2025
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 12-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Serene Hotel Hotel
Serene Hotel Dar es Salaam
Serene Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam