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Serene Hotel

3.5 star property
Dar es Salaam hotel with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Balcony
Front of property
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, cots/infant beds
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, cots/infant beds
Reception

Reviews

6,8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is R515
R607 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 01 January 2025

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Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop workspace
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is R832
R982 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2025
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About the area

Map
Africana Drive, Mbezi Beach, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Jangwani Beach - 5 min walk
  • Wet n Wild Water Park - 10 min drive
  • The Slipway - 13 min drive
  • Mbezi Beach - 16 min drive
  • Bahari Beach - 40 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kahawa Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Africana Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Triple Seven Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mbalamwezi Beach Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Juliana Pub/hotel! - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Serene Hotel

Enjoy your visit to Dar es Salaam with a stay at Serene Hotel. Guests can indulge in Swedish massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and Serene Hotel, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a terrace are other features.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 44 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Outlet covers

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (6458 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Serene Hotel - 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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Serene Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Serene Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Serene Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Serene Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Serene Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Serene Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sea Cliff Casino (16-min drive) and Le Grande Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Serene Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Serene Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Serene Hotel like?
Serene Hotel is located a short 5-minute walk from Jangwani Beach.

Serene Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6,8

Good

7,0/10

Cleanliness

7,8/10

Staff & service

6,0/10

Amenities

6,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5,4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Services from ALL friendly employees were fantabulous. There are no words that I can express how thankful I'm. But from the top, middle and bottom of my heart, I say thank you guys. Keep doing good job.
Julius, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Darien, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

was booked into a room (Serene Annex) different from that reserved. however, the manager was swift to change my room the next morning and thus the stay was pleasant thanks to her prompt actions
macalister f, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

If you want to come out crying after your stay, then please choose this place. The pool was dirty. I asked for a room on the ground floor, but they gave a 1st floor room which gave my mother difficulties in walking up the stairs. The AC was leaking. The fan in the room kept turning on and off like it has a mind of its own. The TV was not turning on. There was no kettle in the room despite being advertised. The food was distasteful and gave my father an upset stomach. The surrounding area was noisy because a hall was booked. The owner has two properties under his name and misadvertised this hotel as the other one and I got fooled into booking it. For breakfast there was only one table available, so if you wanted to eat you had to wait for another family to finish eating first. There was a 20 minute wait. Lousy.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The water smells really bad and was so dirty. You cannot take bath with that water. The pool was also the same, not clean and we couldn't swim. The breakfast service was good, and the receptionists were so great
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Serenity at Serene Hotel!
We recommend Serene hotel for a budget friendly stay with beach access in walking distance. You will be met with hospitality and friendly staff. We would give this property a 4 out of 5 considering affordability and location. Enjoy your stay!
Samarri Mersaea, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Extended Stay at Serene!
This reservation was an extension of our initial stay at Serene Hotel. The property is a bit outdated, but the staff is friendly and accommodating. We would recommend this stay for a budget friendly option on White Sands in beautiful Dar es Salaam! Enjoy your stay!
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Budget-Friendly White Sands Stay!
Overall, our stay at Serene Hotel was pleasant. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay pleasurable and to assist with any needs. With that said, the property is a bit outdated and the rooms could use some updating. We also would have loved to enjoy some of the property amenities like the outdoor bar, but being offseason, quite a bit was not operating or in use. We recommend Serene hotel for a budget friendly stay with beach access in walking distance. You will be met with hospitality and friendly staff. We would give this property a 4 out of 5 considering affordability and location. Enjoy your stay!
4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The facility is very clean and elegant. I would stay here again!
Kaila, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

DANGER! DO NOT STAY HERE! Please, this place is a scam. The bar manager tried to extort money from us saying we bought an entire bottle of Bombay Saphire, when we only ordered gin and tonics and had already paid our bill and tipped the bartender. We were harassed in the middle of the night by the bartender and hotel lady. Then when we were checking out the next morning the manager would not let us leave. We asked them to call the police for help, but they would not. Stay somewhere else where you'll be safer.
Michelle, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Don't stay here!
The Serena Hotel is old with no care for basic upkeep. The services were nonexistant with the exception of the outside bar/lounge that they invested all their capital. Even the breakfast was prepared elsewhere and didn't even have condiments like salt for the boiled eggs. Do yourself a favor and just skip this place. You will regret it if you go.
Adam, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Don't expect any covid precautions whatsoever. Zero. Internet works in half the hotel - this is a place that is SCREAMING loud until 5am. However, some of the restaurant and bar staff are very kind people.
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Serene hotel is a really nice hotel and offers a traveler nice accommodation at a reasonable price.A/C cold,wi-fi consistent and reliable.Very few power outages over a 7 day period.Hotel staff very attentive and courteous. Room maintained and cleaned. Facility safe and secure and no rif-raf at nights. On Sunday there is church held in the conference room for a couple hours however it never disturbed my sleep. Perhaps only complaint I can make is weak water pressure in shower however I didn’t travel here for strong shower pressure lol I would definitely return and recommend
Sola, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ulrikke, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Charlotte, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Preis-Leistung ist ok. Alles schon etwas älter mit wenig Restaurationsaufwand erhalten. Es gibt einen Lieferservice für Speisen aus dem Serene Beach Resort. Von da kommt auch das Frühstück, irgendwann morgens. Die Organisation ist verbesserungswürdig. Keine aktuelle Speisekarte, Mehrmals nur Teillieferungen. Nur zur Info, das Frühstück ist eher afrikanisch als Kontinental, aber gut. Ich fahre nochmal hin.
Andreas, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Hotel ist nur für junge Party Menschen - Laut bis zum anderen Morgen - Für das Frühstück wird man in Schwester Hotel gefahren >> aber für den Rückweg gab es kein Taxi - Badezimmer ALT und verbraucht - Pool und drum herum total ungepflegt - NIE Wieder - Serene Hotel >> Auch nicht das Schwester Hotel - Unterirdisch - LAUT
13-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heinz, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Das personal war super freundlich, teilweise verständnisprobleme, da sie nicht gut englisch redeten Ausstattung grauenhaft
7-night trip with friends
Verified Ebookers guest review