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Johari Rotana

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Executive lounge
2 restaurants, dinner served, American cuisine
Suite (Ambassador) | View from room
Escape to Johari Rotana, where ocean views and American cuisine blend seamlessly with the tropical charm of Kivukoni. Unwind at the spa or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Enjoy kids' meals, light fare, and arcade games for endless fun.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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

Suite, Sea View (Sea or City View)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Spacious)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Single Beds, Club lounge access, Sea View (Spacious | Sea or City View)

Highlights

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

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

Royal Suite, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Sea or City View)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Single Beds, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Club lounge access

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Club lounge access, Sea View (Spacious | Sea or City View)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Sea View (Ambassador | Sea or City View)

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

Suite, Sea View (Ambassador | Sea or City View)

Highlights

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

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

Studio, Sea View (Sea or City View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 43 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Club lounge access

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
  • 75 sq m
  • City view
  • 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
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 13 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 18 min walk
  • Kariakoo Market - 20 min walk
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

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

Johari Rotana offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness centre are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 253 rooms
    • Arranged over 28 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 5 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 147
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille signage
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Office
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Kibo Lobby Lounge – On-site café.
Noble House – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open selected days.
Hamilton Gastro Pub – This gastropub specialises in American cuisine and is located by the pool. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Johari Rotana offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Johari Rotana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Johari Rotana?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Johari Rotana?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Johari Rotana?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Johari Rotana?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Johari Rotana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.

Is there an on-site casino at Johari Rotana?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (2-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Johari Rotana and nearby?

Johari Rotana has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Johari Rotana?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring American cuisine, garden views and poolside dining.

What's the area around Johari Rotana like?

Johari Rotana is a short 5-minute walk from Dar Es Salaam Central Station and 4 minutes' walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

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Johari Rotana Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 Exceptional

we enjoyed the stay
Wema, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

was amazing we enjoyed
Has, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Terrible and unfriendly place
Amaka Iwasam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Pamela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
BASRI MERT, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time in Dar, Hotel location is perfect
Swami, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Anmabelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is excellent Vanesa the manager and her staff is outstanding.
Walter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The outdoor restaurant was very nice. Best breakfast ever. Crazy amount of food choices
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place a home away from home
Abdulkadir, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and service
veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great. I particularly appreciated Vanessa at the front desk. A true professional with grace.
Andenet, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff and great stay
Gisele, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Margaret Janette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very nice hotel would stay again without a doubt
Andy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All staff at the hotel were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are very spacious and well-designed, and service was outstanding.
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was immaculate. Staff was as well.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Beautiful room and bathroom, great pool.
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central location
MINAZALI, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Classy yotel, professional employees and beautiful rooms....love it
Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the art in the hotel, well appointed throughout. We really enjoyed our stay. Upgrade for the view. Pool and wellness spa were clean. Can’t wait to stay again!
Brandi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel .
castro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property
Afra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
Very good hotel, close to town was visting family. Excellent service
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

We needed a good clean comfortable place before our flight…. This ticked all the boxes
Brett, 1-night trip