2/10 Terrible
Ingemar
Business traveller
6 May 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place doesnt exist, its a scam
Ingemar
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Hathi Chai Inn
3.0 star property
Inn in Dar es Salaam with 3 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe
Photo gallery for Hathi Chai Inn
Reviews
2.02.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Breakfast available
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$108
NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Explore the area
94 Msasani Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam
- Coco Beach13 min walk
- The Slipway15 min walk
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal9 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)20 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Comfort Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Laptop workspace
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
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About the area
Dar es Salaam
At Hathi Chai Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Coco Beach and The Slipway. Highlights at this inn include 3 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This inn has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Oyster Bay inn, you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Nyumba ya Sanaa and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Little Theatre.
What's nearby
- Coco Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- The Slipway - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Makumbusho Village - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
- Kariakoo Market - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
- Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
- Zuane - 6 min walk
- Levant - 5 min walk
- Cape Town Fish Market - 9 min walk
- Jackie's Pub - 3 min walk
- FLAMES (In masaki) - 6 min walk
About this property
Hathi Chai Inn
Inn in Dar es Salaam with 3 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hathi Chai Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dar es Salaam inn.
- 6 guestrooms or units
- 3 dining venues
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Wedding services available
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
Hathi Chai Inn offers 6 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Languages
English, Hindi, Swahili
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
- 3 restaurants
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
More
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 12 February 2025 to 1 June 2025 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
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:
- Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 10 for children
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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, debit 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.
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, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Hathi Chai Inn?
Yep, Hathi Chai Inn has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Hathi Chai Inn?
As of 9 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hathi Chai Inn on 2 Jun 2025 start from NZ$107.86, 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 Hathi Chai Inn?
Yep, Hathi Chai Inn is a short 14-minute walk from Coco Beach.
Does Hathi Chai Inn serve breakfast?
Yeah, continental brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hathi Chai Inn?
No, Hathi Chai Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Hathi Chai Inn?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Hathi Chai Inn?
Check-in begins at 9:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Hathi Chai Inn?
No, pets are not allowed.
Hathi Chai Inn Reviews
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