10/10 Excellent
Hategekimana
11 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hategekimana
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
L &j modern backpackers BnB
3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Photo gallery for L &j modern backpackers BnB
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- 24/7 front desk
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$40
NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Explore the area
Mwananyamala Hospital Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, 110000
- Makumbusho Village2 min drive
- Kariakoo Market7 min drive
- Coco Beach7 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)16 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Desk chair
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Located on the ground floor
Wardrobe
- 13 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the area
Dar es Salaam
At L &j modern backpackers BnB you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Makumbusho Village and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Little Theatre. Highlights at this B&B include free breakfast (local cuisine). .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Mwananyamala B&B, you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Nafasi Art Space and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Msasani Bay Beach.
What's nearby
- Makumbusho Village - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- The Slipway - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
- Kariakoo Market - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Coco Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
- Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 21 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
- Blockhouse - 4 min drive
- Break Point - 3 min drive
- Montana Vip Lounge - 3 min drive
- K/nyama - 19 min walk
- Subway - 3 min drive
About this property
L &j modern backpackers BnB
Bed & breakfast in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. L &j modern backpackers BnB also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and a television in common area.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Dar es Salaam bed & breakfast.
- 3 guestrooms or units
- Local cuisine
- Breakfast available (free)
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Terrace
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Fridge in a common area
L &j modern backpackers BnB offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and portable fans. This Dar es Salaam bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
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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
- Offsite parking available (USD 2 per night)
- 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
- Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Housekeeping (weekly)
Outdoors
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible bathtub
- Hand-held showerhead
- Height-adjustable showerhead
- No lift
- Raised toilet seat (76 centimetre high)
- Tile flooring in room
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Ballroom
- Designated smoking areas
- Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower/bathtub combination
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Laptop workspace
- Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at L &j modern backpackers BnB
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (from 5 to 15 years old)
- Nearby parking fee: USD 2 per night (33 ft away)
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 only accepts 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property only accepts cash.
We should mention
- Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
L &j modern backpackers BnB Dar es Salaam
L &j modern backpackers BnB Bed & breakfast
L &j modern backpackers BnB Bed & breakfast Dar es Salaam
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to L &j modern backpackers BnB?
The closest beach to L &j modern backpackers BnB is Coco Beach (3.9 km).
How much does it cost to stay at L &j modern backpackers BnB?
As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L &j modern backpackers BnB on 18 Oct 2025 start from NZ$34.87, 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.
Does L &j modern backpackers BnB serve breakfast?
Yeah, free local cuisine breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at L &j modern backpackers BnB?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at L &j modern backpackers BnB?
Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at L &j modern backpackers BnB?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
L &j modern backpackers BnB Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Mhadji
26 Feb 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Le chembre double standard faire attention c'est 2lit simple qu'il son attaché ensable
Le ménages pas tous le jours comme ils ont indiqué dans le détails c'est après 2jours le menege
Personnelles très réactif et gentil
Mhadji
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025