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Happy Classic Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Deluxe Double Room
Restaurant
Deluxe Double Room
Reception
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$48
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

Explore the area

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JM Street 20, Dar es Salaam, Dar es salaam
  • Mlimani City
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Makumbusho Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kariakoo Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Garden View

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

At Happy Classic Lodge you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from University of Dar es Salaam and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Mlimani City. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Added amenities include a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this 3-property class Dar es Salaam hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Makumbusho Village and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Mwenge Carvers Market.

What's nearby

  • University of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Mlimani City - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Makumbusho Village - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 21 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rombo Green View Hotel - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪B bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sinza Kumekucha - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪kwa mpemba mabibo hostel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipso - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Happy Classic Lodge

Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. Happy Classic Lodge also features laundry facilities and a television in common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel (fines may apply for smoking in non-smoking areas).

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Dining venue
Happy Classic Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property is also known as

HAPPY CLASSIC LODGE Hotel
HAPPY CLASSIC LODGE Dar es salaam
HAPPY CLASSIC LODGE Hotel Dar es salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Happy Classic Lodge?

Yep, Happy Classic Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Classic Lodge?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Classic Lodge on 24 Sept 2025 start from NZ$42.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Happy Classic Lodge?

The closest beach to Happy Classic Lodge is Coco Beach (7.1 km).

Does Happy Classic Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Happy Classic Lodge?

No, Happy Classic Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Happy Classic Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Happy Classic Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Happy Classic Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Happy Classic Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Happy Classic Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

6.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy, Liberty

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The name on Expedia is different than the actual name. Caused problems with the taxi driver. Expedia it is listed as Happy Classic Lodge in reality it is Happy Land Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
O pessoal foi muito atencioso comigo, o único problema é a música num bar na frente, se a pessoa tem sono leve o som pode incomodar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lutfu

Stayed 1 night in May 2025