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About the Hotel

Sokoine Drive Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation Square Salaam Towers, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 14909
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Close to the port and ferry terminal
Great
8.6
9.0
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Situated approximately a 5-minute walk from JM Mall, the 5-star full-service Johari Rotana Hotel Dar es Salaam features a ballroom for thoughtfully hosted occasions. The perfect hotel is located a short way from Clock Tower and welcomes its guests to use a sauna and a sun deck or to enjoy Indian cuisine in the onsite Indian restaurant.

Location

The hotel is notable for its prime setting in the business centre of Dar es Salaam and provides access to National Natural History Museum of Tanzania, merely 1.2 km away. The Roman St. Joseph's Catholic Cathedral is within 10 minutes' walk of the contemporary Johari Rotana Dar es Salaam, while Julius Nyerere airport is 15 km from it.

Maamur Mosque is 3.2 km away, and Central train station is situated not far from the property.

Nyerere Square bus stop is also 250 m from this Dar es Salaam hotel.

Rooms

There are 253 rooms at Johari Rotana Hotel, each of them has air conditioning, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests will find hair dryers and slippers in bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. Enjoy views of the skyline, while staying at this accommodation.

Eat & Drink

The Johari Rotana Dar es Salaam serves a continental breakfast in the morning. 4 onsite restaurants, among them Zafarani ALL DAY Dining and Kibo, serve Chinese, British, and African dishes. Also, this hotel features a lobby bar. It overlooks the pool.

Leisure & Business

The Johari Rotana has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor the local street food at Mwenge Market's vibrant stalls.
  • Visit the National Museum for a deep dive into Tanzania's culture.
  • Take a scenic stroll at the picturesque Coco Beach at sunset.
  • Explore the ruins of the historic Askari Monument in the city center.
  • Join a Dhow cruise to spot dolphins off the shores of Dar es Salaam.
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Johari Rotana Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Suite Room City View or Sea View
2 persons
700 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
Sea View Twin Bed
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
Sea View King Bed
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
City View Room – King Bed
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
City view
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Johari Rotana Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shoe shine service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Johari Rotana Hotel Location

Sokoine Drive Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation Square Salaam Towers, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 14909
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Sokoine Drive Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation Square Salaam Towers, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 14909
Nearby
Church
St. Joseph's Cathedral
1100 ft
Church
Azania Front Lutheran Church
2000 ft
Samora Avenue and Maktaba Street
Askari Monument
1600 ft
Dar es Salaam
Clock Tower
1800 ft
Mosque Street
Darkhana Jamat Khana
1300 ft
Indira Gandhi St
Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque مسجد
1300 ft
Casino
Le Grande Casino
900 ft
Sokoine Dr
Old Boma, Dar es Salaam
300 ft
Dar es Salaam
Darch
300 ft
Indira Gandhi St and Morogoro Rd
Khoja Shia Ithna Asheri Jamaat
1100 ft
Sewa Street
Ngazija Mosque
1200 ft
Casino
New Africa Casino
1600 ft
Restaurants
Kfc
400 ft
Samora Avenue/Mirambo Street
Samaki Samaki City Center
400 ft
Samora Avenue NHC Building
Sno-Cream
400 ft
Mansfield Street Samora Tower
Heritage Motel
700 ft
Cnr Kaluta & Bridge St. Mchafukoge
Tasty World
700 ft
Zanaki Street Opposite Deepaks
Grand Restaurant
2200 ft
Samora Avenue Harbour View Towers
ALBASHA Lebanese Restaurant
1500 ft
Bridge Street Mchafukoge
Chaiwala Cafe
1600 ft
Morogoro Road Corner of Indira Ghandi Street
New Zahir
2800 ft
Mosque street
Fire Restaurant
2000 ft
Jamhuri Street at Golden Tulip City Center
Spice Affairz
2100 ft
Nnamdi Azikiwe Ave Elite Tower
Summy's Restaurant
2100 ft
Jamhuri Street Between Mwisho Street and Morogoro Road
Tai Huo San Zhuang
2300 ft
Jamhuri Street
Getting around
City Centre
Dar es Salaam6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)18 min  ·  7.4 mi
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)101 min  ·  41.8 mi
Train
Central Railway Station6 min  ·  1700 ft
Tazara Railway Station9 min  ·  3.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
28
Number of rooms:
253

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Johari Rotana Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 234 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
87%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.5/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Location
8.8/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 641 reviews
8.6/10
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