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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Dar es Salaam awaits you at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre. Within steps you'll find Jangwani Beach and Water World within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and a full-service spa.

A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and body scrubs. The restaurant, Mchanga, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Upepo is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Spend the day at the private beach where you'll find sun loungers, and enjoy the onsite free water park and gym. Business amenities include 16 meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, an indoor tennis court, and a Turkish bath/hammam. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-star Dar es Salaam resort include Bongoyo Island and Dar Es Salaam War Cemetery.

Standard Twin

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$237* Per night/room 14 May - 15 May

Two Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard King

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

One Bedroom Apartment Garden View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Studio Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

One Bedroom Apartment Sea view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

About the White Sands Resort & Conference Centre

Location Africana Road, Dar es Salaam,

Property Features

Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At White Sands Resort & Conference Centre you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a complimentary water park, a children's pool, and a health club. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dar es Salaam resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1993
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar on the beach

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • On private beach
  • Free water park access
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Indoor tennis courts - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre offers 143 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Smart television
  • Digital channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Mchanga - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Upepo - This beachfront bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Pizzeria - This poolside restaurant specializes in pizza and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Mchanga Bar - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.

Ruaha Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this café specializes in local and international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge on Saturday.

Spa Services

  • Body scrubs
  • Massages
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Prenatal massage
  • Thai massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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, American Express, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Mobile payments
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on site
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 35
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 35
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 35 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • 1 percent destination fee will be charged

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 35

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Hotel White Sands
  • White Sands Dar Es Salaam
  • White Sands Hotel Dar Es Salaam
  • Hotel White Sands Resort Dar es Salaam
  • Hotel White Sands Resort
  • White Sands Hotel And Dar Es Salaam
  • Hotel White Sands Beach Resort Dar es Salaam
  • Hotel White Sands Beach Resort
  • White Sands Beach Dar es Salaam
  • Hotel White Sands Resort Conference Centre
  • Hotel White Sands The Beach Resort
  • White Sands & Conference
  • Hotel White Sands The Beach Resort
  • White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Resort
  • White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Dar es Salaam
  • White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Resort Dar es Salaam

You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.