Top 12 Airbnbs In Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania - Updated 2024

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The economic capital and the largest city of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam is situated off the coast of the Indian Ocean in a tranquil bay. The city has emerged as a prosperous hub in the East African region. A bustling harbor, the city has also earned the distinction of being the main part of the country. This urban center features many government and office buildings, shops, and restaurants with many exciting things to do. Several colorful markets, the Village Museum, and the National Museum are all worth a visit. The city offers many historical landmarks like the Botanical Gardens, the old State House, the White Father’s Mission House, and the St. Joseph’s Cathedral as well as the city center and the waterfront. To ensure a memorable holiday, browse through our list of the top Airbnbs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 03, 2024.

1. Lovely Airbnb for two in a peaceful neighborhood (from USD 37)

Minutes away from Mwinjuma Road, which is the main street, this Airbnb is situated in a peaceful neighborhood. On the ground floor of a three-story building, the rental is best suited for couples, small families, and solo travelers. A queen-size bed in this one-bedroom apartment ensures a good night’s rest. Guests traveling with infants can make use of the crib, high chair, and baby bath parked inside the rental. Air-conditioning and portable fans guarantee a comfy stay during the warmer months of the year.

A fully furnished kitchen lets you fix meals when hunger strikes. If you are not up for cooking, you can always head to the nearby Karambezi Cafe for some great seafood spreads and cocktails.

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Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania
52 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
cozy and well furnished with nice appliances and excellent linens
Cleanliness:
luxury cleanliness is definitely there
clean helpful and friendly staff
amazing place clean spacious easy to access and well maintained
very clean and beautiful place would definitely recommend to anyone on a business trip to dar
the place is clean and the response rate is perfect
Host:
the staff is very professional and helpful
the host was super quick in responding and very acxommodating and staff at the property were helpful
great hosts very cosy apartments
the best host forever i strongly recommend this place
best hosting that i've seen so far
Location:
great location just you a little of a distance away from something’s
good location to access many places
it’s a place i would definitely want to come back for my next holiday
totally recommend this place
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2. The Pent (from USD 118)

Situated in the heart of the bustling city, this one-bedroom Airbnb makes for a relaxing stay. The exquisitely designed interior opens out to a balcony that offers lovely views of the city’s skyline and the ocean. Guests can lounge in the living room and unwind by watching movies on a high-definition TV. Fitness enthusiasts can head to the gym in the building for breaking a sweat with an energizing workout. A high-speed internet connection is also furnished inside that can be used to stay in touch with loved ones back home.

Enjoy swimming a few lengths in the community’s indoor lap pool that stays open all year round and offers rejuvenation on a hot afternoon.

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Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania
73 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire serviced apartment 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very nice and comfortable place with a great view :)
the space was comfortable and modern with amazing views of the city
the views are stunning all through the day and facilities great
a great well kept apartment with amazing views
Cleanliness:
very clean and well equipped
the environment is very clean serene and safe
the place was clean and modern also communication with the host was very easy
the pent is a clean and modern place to stay in a very serene environment
very clean place suitable for single stay or couples
Host:
host was very helpful
the host is very helpful and quick in answering
the check in process was seamless and the host was pleasant and helpful
the host was super helpful in ensuring my comfort was priority
host’s response was perfect most definitely coming back
Location:
dot's place was close by my work place so made the business trip supper easy
everything about dot's place is supper nice
when you walk in you immediately feel like you want to buy this place for yourself
amazing host and great location with a few stores within 200m to get food and stuffs
the pent is a great place to stay when i return to dar es salaam i will rent again
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3. Lovely and spacious apartment (from USD 30)

Although this fully furnished apartment is located in a secluded locality of the city, it is extremely convenient to reach anywhere very easily and quickly from here. Enjoy a complete home-like ambiance and revel at the big space with pretty gardens, fresh air, and a secured stay. The apartment can sleep a maximum of four persons and has two well-furnished bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. On offer are conveniences such as air-conditioning, washing machine, and television with cable channels, free parking space, and a well-appointed kitchen. Experience a relaxed holiday and go back home with a bagful of happy memories.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
101 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
her place is quite large with 2 bedrooms 3 bathrooms a good sized kitchen and living room
apartment was clean with aircon 2 bathrooms
i would highly recommend nanvy's apartment and hope to stay again in the future thanks nancy
the compound and the house has a nice space (comfortable)
Cleanliness:
very clean and spacious
very clean and comfortable
nice and clean apartment with everything u need
the place is great: safe and clean
the apartment is spacious extremely clean and well decorated
Host:
her staff are very helpful
host was quite considerate and attentive
staff was quite helpful as well
there is always friendly staff onsite to help with any concerns or questions
nancy is an awesome host
Location:
the location is also good
the location is also a plus given its close to a lot things like restaurants grocery stores etc
just as described close to the best hangouts and beach
again though great price in a safe good location
our stay at nancy's was perfect the location and security of the apartment are fantastic
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4. Nice and clean apartment (from USD 25)

Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this well-furnished apartment can accommodate two guests at a time. Ideal for both long and short-term stays, the apartment is close to a number of restaurants and shopping options. The budget-friendly property is comfortable and decorative and has a nicely done bedroom with a comfy bed. Conveniences such as television, cable channels, free parking space, well-appointed kitchen, and Wi-Fi access are arranged for the guests.

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Dar es Salaam, Kinondoni, Tanzania
155 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there was very strong wifi
great wifi nearby almost everything in mikocheni and dar es salaam in general
nancy did her best to make sure the wifi was fixed and for that we were appreciated
nice apartment in a serene environment
the bedroom had nice linens a mosquito net over the bed blackout curtains
Cleanliness:
a nice clean place and great communication
it is clean well equipped and cosy
affordable safe clean convenient- as advertised
a very clean comfy fully equipped place
the place is clean and perfect for a long stay in dar
Host:
good place great host who responds quickly to requests
everyone was very helpful and welcoming
we met the maid who was very friendly and helpful
house keepers were very helpful
she was a tremendous help with very little notice and very accommodating to our needs
Location:
the location is very safe along with the neighborhood
great space and good location
the location is very good and only a few minutes for our favourite places
best location in dar and a very quiet place
the area is perfect as it is close to everything
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5. Cozy and spacious family apartment (from USD 40)

Welcome to this warm and cozy family apartment, which is located in Mikocheni, a peaceful neighborhood of Dar es Salaam. The stay enjoys proximity to beaches, health amenities, eateries, and malls and is only a few minutes away from a public bus stop. You can also access places like Masaki, Oysterbay, and Msasani quite easily along with bar, clubs, and restaurants. Perfect for seven guests, the stay constitutes two elegantly furnished bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Feel free to use the kitchen here to cook your own meals. Also enjoy facilities like Wi-Fi access, washing machine, television, air-conditioning, and free on-site parking while staying here.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
97 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 6 Beds 7 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi was also very strong
it is in a gated community air conditioning was fantastic
we also appreciate that electricity cable and internet is provided at this apartment
the place is neat and has security cameras in the living room and kitchen
it has great water pressure hot water great a/c and the place is always so clean
Cleanliness:
very clean and well maintained
the house was clean and comfortable
big clean appartment i csn recommend
our stay at nancy’s was clean comfortable and would stay again
it’s clean it’s safe it has everything you need
Host:
very friendly host and cozy apartment
staff are great and friendly but host was less responsive after we checked in
nancy is a great host - always quick to respond to any questions
she is very responsive to guests' needs
on top of that her staff is so kind and wonderful
Location:
such a great location and close to all shopping centres and transport links
great place ideal location good setup
nancy's place is very homely conveniently located and secure
great place very nice location safe compound excellent for kids (little play area inside the compound)
however was very close to dar’s hot spots like oyster bay and masaki
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6. Beautiful apartment near beach in Masaki (from USD 99)

It is so easy to fall in love with this beautiful apartment with stunning ocean views. Located a stone’s throw away from a beach in Masaki, the property is within a walking distance from some of the finest restaurants, cafés, shops, nightclub, supermarket, ATM, and bars of Dar es Salaam. It can sleep a maximum of four people and features two furnished bedrooms with two cozy beds for a comfortable stay. You can avail facilities like a dryer, gym, free on-site parking, an equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi access, and elevator.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
49 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the pool is nice as are views from the balcony
nice comfortable with lots of space and close to amenities
the interiors is comfortable (big sofa big tv and huge refrigerator)
hans made my family and i feel incredibly welcome in his apartment
Cleanliness:
it was clean and well maintained
it wasn’t clean or well maintained while i was there
pool was clean flat was like in pictures
the place is very homey clean and comfortable
the apartment is spacious super clean and with all the amenities listed
Host:
the host is responsive and accommodating
great apartment and highly recommended host
landlord very responsive and attends to your quries almost in real time
the host and caretaker were good in terms of communication and the service
he is the kindest and most generous host and i can’t rave enough about him
Location:
hand's place is situated in a great location
the location was perfect few minutes walk to the beach
it located in a quiet and safe neighborhood
beautiful location value for money
the location is excellent and easy to find
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7. Msasani House (from USD 20)

Welcome to this cozy and spacious property that is a perfect choice for 13 persons. The rental is located behind Royal Oven and opposite JKT. Its four self-contained rooms are furnished with full air-conditioners and four attached bathrooms. You can avail the common kitchen that is fitted with all the essential amenities for self-cooking. Other facilities offered here are television, breakfast, free on-site parking, and Wi-Fi access.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 12 Beds 13 Guests 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 13

8. Perfect home in the city center (from USD 50)

Ideal for three persons, this private room is a fully serviced apartment. Conveniently located in the city center, this Airbnb in Dar es Salaam offers you easy access to transport, medical, and entertainment requirements. Enjoy a home away from home experience as the stay features all the necessary amenities for a relaxed stay. The rooftop offers you a stunning view of the coast and skyline of the city. Enjoy a host of amenities like a washing machine, television with cable channels, Wi-Fi access, and elevator.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
150 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a big bed nice view kitchenette free wifi and tv
felt like i was staying in a nice hotel with great hot water a/c wifi etc
overall the room rented by muj is quite ok and as described by him
the mattress was firm which i loved but a few concerns: bathroom was not as pictured
the room was lovely and as described
Cleanliness:
very clean shower bathroom area
the place is very nice and clean
the bathroom was clean and the shower was working perfectly (not necessarily the standard in tanzania)
his place is great very clean and has everything you need
it was quite clean and the host is very friendly and helpful
Host:
wonderful host and person
mujtaba is reactive and very helpful as is the staff at the front desk
front door security is secure and friendly
mujtab is a gracious host
great place great host can’t wait to stay again
Location:
great location and the roof access makes it very unique
excellent value place in a great location
great place location exceptional great value for money
very chill place to stay in the center of town nice location
very responsive host central location close to vibrant street food area
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9. Nyindo's House

This lovely house on the hill enjoys proximity to both domestic and international airports. Hence it is easy for you to catch your flights at any time without going through the hassles of a traffic jam. The house is also close to the railway station making it easier for you to commute to and from the city center at a shorter time. Ideal for four people, there is a neatly furnished bedroom with two squishy beds and a bathroom on a shared basis. Guests are offered amenities including access to a private living room, washing machine, television, free on-site parking, and a fully furnished kitchen.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
84 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in residential home 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there was a fan in my room and the bathroom was nice
nice room with all the basics to make a traveler's stay trouble-free
this family really goes the extra length to make sure their guests are comfortable and satisfied
Cleanliness:
it is clean and comfortable
the bedroom was clean and the bed comfortable
room is simple and clean
we slept peacefully in the clean room
the place was quiet clean and comfortable
Host:
hosts are so kind
nyindo is a great host and we felt at home
his sisters were wonderful hosts too and made me feel so at home
wonderful people and so extremely helpful
very friendly hosts who even provided us with a lovely tanzanian dinner
Location:
great location with in walking distance of the airport
a nice place within walking distance of the airport
great place in a safe and very convinient location short walking distance from the international airport
great place within easy walking distance of the airport
great place to stay close to the airport
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10. Private room in the heart of Oyster Bay

Situated in the heart of the famous Oyster Bay, this private room can comfortably sleep two guests at a time. Located in a prime residential locality in Dar es Salaam, it enjoys easy access to shops, bars, restaurants, and beach. This Airbnb rental is indeed a rare gem and has a beautiful leafy garden. You are free to access the terrace, a fully fitted kitchen, and a spacious dining/living room. The air-conditioned bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, and our cook will be more than willing to cook for you on request. Some key amenities offered here are a television with cable channels, free parking space, daily breakfast, and Wi-Fi access.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
86 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in bungalow 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very nice place with excellent facilities including aircondition nice kitchen and hot water
i basically just relaxed and watched tv
wifi is really good and so is the dstv package
Cleanliness:
the room was very clean and had just the right amount of space with basic but clean bathroom
the place was clean and the kitchen well equipped although i didn't cook at all
so cozy clean and friendly felt very secure in there with 5 huge dogs that are the friendliest ever
Host:
helen was an amazing host
the staff is also very helpful
hellen's home is very accommodating and free
great hospitality by hosts especially john who was there during my stay
they were extremely friendly and made me feel like i was at home
Location:
wonderful place on a great lush location in dar
lovely house in good location
amazing location close to several of dar's best restaurants and bars
the location is great in calm and safe neighbourhood
it was a great location and very convenient for me
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11. Cozy room near Peninsula

Strategically located close to clubs, malls, restaurants, shops, town center, and Peninsula, the house is located near a taxi stand and the bus station. In case you are a nature lover, you can access the boat to visit the Bongoyo Island within a few minutes and enjoy some great snorkeling experience. This cozy but compact apartment can fit up to a maximum of four people at a time with its two furnished bedrooms, a private balcony, and a private bathroom. Amenities offered in this pocket-friendly rental include washing machine, hot tub, pool, free parking, Wi-Fi, and a fully fitted kitchen.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
47 reviews  
Private room in house 2 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
clean comfortable and a welcoming place to stay
it’s very comfortable and clean apartment
super clean place all facilities are here for the perfect stay
the room was very clean and friendly and we especially liked the terrace where we could hang out
Host:
house guests were very nice kind and informative
this is very helpful
a good place with friendly people
the staff on the premises are really friendly and helpful
the house and rooms are well kept everyone is very friendly
Location:
good location close to masaki
perfect location and you will be walking distance from the main road
and the ability to make a much needed good cup of coffee on her mocca thanks
christina is an amazing host but i found the location a bit too local
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12. Cozy room in a friendly house

The spacious villa is strategically located only a step away from the Peninsula and is on the Ali Hassan Mwinji Road. The stay is situated quite close to the town center and the American Embassy. Our comfortable and simple room is suitable for a couple or a solo traveler. You can use the wholly equipped kitchen, work in a studio, spend some relaxed time in the living area or chill in a lovely garden. A string of amenities like washing machine, television, swimming pool, free parking space, and Wi-Fi access is provided for the patrons.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
102 reviews  
Private room in villa 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
good for the price but a few amenities wouldn't hurt to make it more comfortable
the kitchen is great and super fast wifi
just be aware that the "wall" to the next room is super thin (basically it's a cupboard)
the kitchen has a great amount of supplies if your planning to cook and the room was cozy
a nice and cozy place everything as described
Cleanliness:
very clean good bed
the place is clean quiet and very comfortable
it was very clean and alessandra was great to work with
great value for money clean space
excellent cleanliness hospitality and location
Host:
helpful host and staff
awesome place and very helping staff
the household staff are friendly and very helpful
the house staff are very friendly
alessandra is an super amazing and lovely host
Location:
great location near oyster bay
great location and nice place
great house in a quiet neighborhood close to public transport (20 min to city center by daladala)
a great place to stay away from all the commotion of dar es saalam
easy to reach by bus from city centre
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Dazzling Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

The city has it all, from stunning beaches and hotels with a view to a host of other tourist attractions. A good stay is one of the top requisites for enjoying a great vacation with your friends or family. Take a close look at the above-mentioned Airbnb vacation rentals in Dar es Salaam and book one soon.

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