6 Best Beach Resorts In Dar es Salaam, Tanzania - Updated 2024

Melanie
Melanie 
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Dar es Salaam, otherwise known just as Dar, is the largest city and the commercial center of Tanzania. You will love the laidback multicultural vibe of this seaside city. One of the first places you should visit here is the National Museum and House of Culture where you can find out more about Tanzania’s past, as well as view some of the local artifacts. Mwenge Woodcarvers Market and Tingatinga Arts Cooperative Society are places where you can get unique souvenirs. Of course, a trip to Dar won’t be complete without hitting the beach, and Coco Beach, otherwise known as Oyster Bay, is one of the options available for you. What’s great about Dar es Salaam is that it has beach resorts, so you can stay close to the water. For options, check out the best beach resorts in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, below.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.

1. Kijiji Beach Resort (from USD 59)

Kijiji Beach Resort provides you with access to a private beach, and water sports facilities are available so you can have added fun. There are also outdoor pools, one of which is a kids’ pool while the other one has a shallow end. There’s also a playground if you want another option to entertain your kids.

The resort comes with its own restaurant and bar if you want to get a bite to eat or a drink. It also has a garden if you’re looking for a spot where you can kick back and relax.

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Kijiji Beach Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Plot 49 Maweni, Kigamboni
13.36 km (8.3 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace

2. White Sands Hotel (from USD 205)

White Sands Hotel gives guests direct access to a private beach. Adventure seekers can head to the dive center to sign up for diving or snorkeling expeditions.

You are also welcome to enjoy the other facilities on this property, which include a swimming pool, a spa, and a fitness center. Enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant which offers exceptional ocean views.

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White Sands Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Jangwani Beach
10.64 km (6.7 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

3. Ramada Resort By Wyndham Dar es Salaam (from USD 185)

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Dar es Salaam comes with a private beach area, which is great for travelers who want to avoid the crowd. However, they can also visit some of the other beaches in the area if they want to feel the vibe of the local beach culture.

Once they’re done hitting the beach, travelers can relax in the resort by getting a massage. Fitness-minded guests can enjoy a workout in the on-site fitness center.

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Ramada Resort By Wyndham Dar es Salaam

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Plot number 170-171 Africana, Jangwani Beach
9.29 km (5.8 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

4. Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort (from USD 60)

This resort puts you right on Mbezi Beach, and you can pay extra to use the water sports facilities on site for a fun time. What’s more, it also has three pools if you want some options on where to swim. The property also has a picnic area and outdoor furniture if you want to spend time out of the water.

Other forms of entertainment are also offered here, including live entertainment, movie nights, and themed dinner nights. This resort has a tour desk, convenient if you need help organizing your itinerary.

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Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort

Wifi Available

Address: Africana Road, Mbezi Beach
10.23 km (6.4 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

5. Villa Dahl (from USD 59)

Villa Dahl features a white sand beach where you can kick back and relax. Alternatively, you can go for a swim in the pool and let your kids splash around in the children’s pool. A picnic area and grills are available if you want to have a barbecue.

Rooms here come with ceiling fans to make guests feel comfortable. Massages are offered if you want to pamper yourself during your stay. Guests flying in or out can avail of the paid airport shuttle service for convenience.

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Villa Dahl

Address: Mjimwema
14.7 km (9.2 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

6. Sunrise Beach Resort (from USD 58)

This option puts you not only near the beach but also the city center, and you can hire a car from the property if you want a hassle-free way of exploring the city. Guests who are on a self-care journey can reward themselves with a treatment at the spa or the salon.

There’s an on-site restaurant where you can dine in if you get hungry. Barbecue facilities are also available if you prefer to cook your own food. You can get a drink from the poolside bar and unwind.

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Sunrise Beach Resort

Address: Sunrise Road, Kibada, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, 21210
14.98 km (9.4 mi) from Makumbusho/ Village Museum, Mikocheni

Have a relaxing beach holiday in Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam is a fantastic holiday destination if you want to spend a relaxing vacation by the beach. Put yourself close to the sea by staying at one of the above beach resorts.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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