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Nakupenda Afrika

Property class: 3.5

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A building with a garden, a pool, and a pathway.
A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and potted plants.
A neatly made bed with a wooden frame, white bedding, and a decorative throw.
A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a tiled deck area with lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden with various plants.
A hotel entrance with a wooden door, two chairs, a table, and a ceiling light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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Dar es Salam, Dar es Salaam, 95693
  • Place, Pugu Hills Nature Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a wooden frame, white bedding, and a decorative throw.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 12 Queen Beds and 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dar es Salaam

At Nakupenda Afrika , you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Pugu Kazimzumbwi Nature Reserve and 22.3 km (13.9 mi) from Kariakoo Market. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Dar es Salaam hotel include Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam.

What's nearby

  • Pugu Hills Nature Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 26 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 28 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Mlimani City - 33 min drive - 33.4 km
  • The Slipway - 35 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 21 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mleu Liquors - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Entity Bar And Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪UEFA Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arada - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Super Karatu - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Nakupenda Afrika

Nakupenda Afrika offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Nakupenda Afrika . An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Dar es Salaam hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Nakupenda Afrika offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Cooking classes
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 15 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number +255787561552

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Nakupenda Afrika ?

Yep, Nakupenda Afrika has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Nakupenda Afrika ?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nakupenda Afrika on 13 Aug 2026 start from NZ$95, 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 Nakupenda Afrika ?

The closest beach to Nakupenda Afrika is Coco Beach (24.4 km).

Does Nakupenda Afrika have a pool?

Nakupenda Afrika has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Nakupenda Afrika a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nakupenda Afrika .

Does Nakupenda Afrika serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nakupenda Afrika ?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nakupenda Afrika ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nakupenda Afrika ?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Nakupenda Afrika ?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nakupenda Afrika Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wardell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very beautiful ,my fiance and I loved how nicely decorated the place is. It has an exotic and luxurious feel to it. The grounds are meticulously kept and the rooms are clean . The staff were kind and very polite . We highly recommend this place and next time I visit Tanzania this will be my first choice to get a room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had great Stay at Nakupenda Africa . Great customer services and great prices
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a brand new hotel which only opened 2 months ago. It is very clean, the rooms are spacious with good air conditioning, good showers and generally high quality fixings. The best thing about the hotel is that it lies west of Dar es Salaam, which means that you avoid the worst of the city traffic. It is only about 25 minutes from the airport so it makes a highly convenient stop-over for people transiting through. When we were there some other guests had been put up there by one of the airlines, and I can see this becoming a favourite for airline companies. The hotel is also within walking distance of the Pugu Forest Reserve which offers hiking, canoeing and has a bat cave. The owner was fabulous and went out of her way to help us with whatever we needed. The kitchen is a bit slow, but the owner is aware of it and I'm sure will remedy this over time. I will certainly be using this as my go-to hotel in Dar es Salaam from now on.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wardell

Stayed 5 nights in May 2026