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L&j modern backpackers BnB

Mwananyamala, Dar es Salaam

Situated within 11 km of Tanzania National Stadium and 17 km of Kunduchi Water Park, L&j modern backpackers BnB offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

A
Alaaddin
From
China
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to help. From check-in to check-out, everything went smoothly. The room was very clean, spacious, and well-maintained, with a cozy bed and all the basic amenities I needed. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, perfect for a good night’s sleep. The location is also very convenient, close to restaurants, shops, and key attractions. I would definitely stay here and recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and pleasant place to stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

The Slow Leopard

Msasani, Dar es Salaam

The Slow Leopard in Dar es Salaam provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

C
Clara
From
New Zealand
Lovely hostel with a nice restaurant and bar area. The staff were friendly and even arranged a breakfast to takeaway the following morning. The dorm was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Price from
US$51.61
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest Haven Hostel

Sinza, Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, 14 km from Tanzania National Stadium, The Nest Haven Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

M
Matilde
From
Italy
this hostel is very nice and cozy, I met good people and also the staff was so gentle. It is in a nice area with a big mall and nice shops
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

JJ & JE Family House

Dar es Salaam

Set in Dar es Salaam, 9.1 km from Tanzania National Stadium, JJ & JE Family House offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

m
mickfanaka
From
Tanzania
The effort the staff would do to make you comfortable was really amazing. Very closer to the airport too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Safari Inn

Mchafukoge, Dar es Salaam

Safari Inn offers accommodation in Dar es Salaam. Free private parking is available on site. Our rooms are all en-suite with private full bathroom. Safari Inn features free WiFi in a common area .

M
Mathias
From
France
Excellent location for a good price. The room was clean and well-provided. The bed is really comfortable. The staff was very nice. He helped me how to reach the airport by bus rather by taxi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$20.76
1 night, 2 adults

Mgulani Lodge Hotel

Dar es Salaam

Set in Dar es Salaam, 1.8 km from Tanzania National Stadium, Mgulani Lodge Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Luke
From
United Kingdom
What an oasis of calm Mgulani Lodge hotel offers. Having never been to Dar, we were so grateful of the The Salvation Army Compound this hostel is linked with, offering a space of tranquility in a city that feels like it never stops. It very quickly felt like a home away from home. And the staff were willing to help with anything you asked. It was a real pleasure meeting the team, and even better knowing any money they make off your room booking goes into helping other programmes that the organisation are running in Tanzania.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$35.95
1 night, 2 adults
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L&j modern backpackers BnB

Mwananyamala, Dar es Salaam

Situated within 11 km of Tanzania National Stadium and 17 km of Kunduchi Water Park, L&j modern backpackers BnB offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dar es Salaam.

A
Alaaddin
From
China
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to help. From check-in to check-out, everything went smoothly. The room was very clean, spacious, and well-maintained, with a cozy bed and all the basic amenities I needed. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, perfect for a good night’s sleep. The location is also very convenient, close to restaurants, shops, and key attractions. I would definitely stay here and recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and pleasant place to stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

The Slow Leopard

Msasani, Dar es Salaam

The Slow Leopard in Dar es Salaam provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

C
Clara
From
New Zealand
Lovely hostel with a nice restaurant and bar area. The staff were friendly and even arranged a breakfast to takeaway the following morning. The dorm was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Price from
US$51.61
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest Haven Hostel

Sinza, Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam, 14 km from Tanzania National Stadium, The Nest Haven Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

M
Matilde
From
Italy
this hostel is very nice and cozy, I met good people and also the staff was so gentle. It is in a nice area with a big mall and nice shops
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$15
1 night, 2 adults

JJ & JE Family House

Dar es Salaam

Set in Dar es Salaam, 9.1 km from Tanzania National Stadium, JJ & JE Family House offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

m
mickfanaka
From
Tanzania
The effort the staff would do to make you comfortable was really amazing. Very closer to the airport too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$27
1 night, 2 adults

Safari Inn

Mchafukoge, Dar es Salaam

Safari Inn offers accommodation in Dar es Salaam. Free private parking is available on site. Our rooms are all en-suite with private full bathroom. Safari Inn features free WiFi in a common area .

M
Mathias
From
France
Excellent location for a good price. The room was clean and well-provided. The bed is really comfortable. The staff was very nice. He helped me how to reach the airport by bus rather by taxi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
US$20.76
1 night, 2 adults

Mgulani Lodge Hotel

Dar es Salaam

Set in Dar es Salaam, 1.8 km from Tanzania National Stadium, Mgulani Lodge Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Luke
From
United Kingdom
What an oasis of calm Mgulani Lodge hotel offers. Having never been to Dar, we were so grateful of the The Salvation Army Compound this hostel is linked with, offering a space of tranquility in a city that feels like it never stops. It very quickly felt like a home away from home. And the staff were willing to help with anything you asked. It was a real pleasure meeting the team, and even better knowing any money they make off your room booking goes into helping other programmes that the organisation are running in Tanzania.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$35.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$54.47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Great location Amazing food Clean rooms & great AC Nice overall vibe & very safe
Guest review by
Laura
Young couple