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The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center

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

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Suite | Private kitchenette
Lobby sitting area
Suite | View from room
Property amenity
Studio | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Samora, Azikiwe Av NSSF House 1st Floor, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | View from room

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Air-conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Air-conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, Smoking, Park View

Standard Single Room, Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Air-conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center puts you in the heart of Dar es Salaam, within steps of Askari Monument and Azania Front Lutheran Church. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Free English breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kisutu hotel include Atiman House and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre.

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zafarani - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Citrus Bar & Pool - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Samaki Samaki - City Center (Diamond Plaza) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center

Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a ferry terminal shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center. Self parking is free.

This Dar es Salaam hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and train station (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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 30 (one-way)
  • Shuttle transfer per child: USD 0 (one-way)

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 30 per vehicle (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Amariah Boutique City Center
Amariah Boutique City Center Dar es Salaam
Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center
Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Dar es Salaam
The Amariah City Center
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Hotel
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Dar es Salaam
The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

Yep, The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

The closest beach to The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center is Coco Beach (5.8 km).

Does The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center serve breakfast?

You bet, free English breakfast is available daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

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

Are pets allowed at The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Amariah Boutique Hotel City Center Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
22:30pm my door was opened by the receptionist, they then poked something through the door to unlock the safety latch. And just walked into my room, I got out of bed to ask what they were doing, they said "oh, I thought you were still out" and left. In the morning the same staff member was on reception, no apology or explanation was given.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trungtin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel.

The hotel and staff was great. I didn't know where to go to get a local simcard, but I was escorted by the hotel staff to a nearby telecom shop. Also, the AC was cold and the wifi was fast. The hotel is located near many attractions such as the Zanzibar Ferry.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia, Mimbres, New Mexico

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. Comfortable spacious room. Great and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location, cold water.

Hotel located in the city center, quite old, water was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay, so I spent a week and a half here and here’s my review: breakfast was great and it’s free, the room I booked was nice and the AC was OK. The WiFi worked OK, but was spotty in the evenings. I ordered room service a lot and they provided great service and the food was delicious. Customer service was top notch. Will I stay here again? Yes. I recommend it. No hotel is 100% perfect. For the price, it was well worth the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

ERNEST

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Closer to everything in town

It's in the middle of downtown, closer to almost everything in town. The hotel is clean and good WiFi connection They have good customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Larry Hsin Miao

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice Small Boutique Style Hotel

Clean spacious rooms and friendly service. Reliable wifi. However, poor window insulation resulting in excessive noise into room. Would suggest taking rooms facing back of building instead of main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

john

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not built as a hotel so has some limitations. Overall hr was food value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Nikolaos

Basic hotel in the middle of the city.

It looks better on the pictures. The entrance to the hotel is difficult to spot, being narrow and not exclusive to it (but it is shared with other businesses in the building). There is carpet from wall to wall, that over the years has gathered dust and smell, that is why the personnel of the hotel is always with an air-freshener in hand, to mediate the situation. The breakfast is no thrills, very basic just to tick the list of services offered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff hospitality was second to none, and they could not do more to assist.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Just checked in at 1am. Everything so far is great. Especially the stafff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel ambiance is very good. Entrance to hotel is very busy, noisy and a bit uncomfortable or intimidating for travelers entering or exiting the hotel. Staff is great. The food is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unexpected

We got moved to the sister Hotel in the North of Dar Es Salaam. The Hotel is quite new and the facilities are great for a boutique hotel. We did however miss out out on the closeness to the city center and had to spend a lot of time in traffic. Rooms are clean and the food is good, WiFi standard. Some issues with bugs - I hope they fumigate the place soon. The hotel in the north will probably do better as Dar develops - its close to many of the new developments.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jewels of Africa

It was amazing stay, clean, personal attention to service for me, very good location and the price was excellent for the quality
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jessica, Mozambique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I didnt like that during breakfast, every time I order eggs, yolks were always missing. Every egg I ordered was white like snow. I wonder why yolks are being removed! I asked but seems to be a mistery why yolks from eggs disappears!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel in the city close to ferry port, service was great by the employees Only that the bed was harder than usual
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay, amazing staff, very comfortable

Had a great stay a few months ago, just stayed again. Staff very professional and warm and welcoming, remembered me well. Room has everything you could need, very clean and quiet. Great breakfast made to order, and quick and friendly airport transfers. Will definitely stay again

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel, friendly Staff, and Helpful too.

enjoyed Dar es Salam, would have liked a local guide book to restaurants, bars, tourist spots, you no the one with the maps as well. No bar at the hotel, but no suggestions on where to go to find one. Truthfully we only stayed in Dar on way to ZZBar, had we known how much more to do on ZZBar, we would have skipped Dar completely.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
stay was comfortable. food variety limited but quality was o.k. Staff were helpful and courteous.Location was convenient. More suitable for business travellers. Not great in ambience.

6/10 Okay

Newy, Newcastle

Liked: Staff & service

Great staff make it hard to write a bad review

Quite spacious room and clean without being perfect. Had issues with my shower in two fo the three rooms I stayed in. It's no drama though, you let them know and they will either change your room or fix it, but just like with anything in Tanzania - everything is pole pole (slowly, slowly) so just don't expect it to be done quickly. All staff speak very good English and stay was comfortable even though I had to change rooms.

6/10 Okay

Dean, Canada

Disliked: Staff & service

Nice "local" Hotel

Nice clean hotel would not give it more than 3 stars and for $170 you can find much better in Dar. Also asked to be picked up at the airport and was heavily over charged - this is unusual to be over charged by the hotel and not by a taxi in the street. So i won't stay here again will go yo the Holiday Inn or New African.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay! Impeccable service.

Stayed for 2 nights. Staff was very friendly and helpful.