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Hotel Slipway

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Hotel Slipway

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Fridge, electric kettle
Beach/ocean view
Fridge, electric kettle
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Slipway Road, Msasani, Dar es Salaam
  • The Slipway
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Suite

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Beach/ocean view

Executive Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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3.7 out of 5, Good, (301)
The price is AU$203
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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About the area

Dar es Salaam

A family-friendly stay in Dar es Salaam awaits you at Hotel Slipway. You'll be steps from The Slipway and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Bongoyo Island. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 4 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Ocean Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, Waterfront, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own beach bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool, marina and nightclub. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a casino, free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 4-property class Masaki hotel, you'll find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • The Slipway - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 28 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 23 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Slipway Waterfront Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bean There Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Kani - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Slipway

Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Hotel Slipway offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and an outdoor pool. There are 4 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A casino, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Slipway. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dar es Salaam hotel.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Slipway offers 72 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation is furnished with double sofa beds and desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Ocean Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Paparazzi
  • The Terrace
  • Waterfront

Things to do

  • 3 slot machines
  • Boat tours
  • Casino
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 35.00 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 and a first aid kit
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Slipway Dar es Salaam
Slipway Dar es Salaam
Hotel Slipway Hotel
Hotel Slipway Dar es Salaam
Hotel Slipway Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Slipway?

Hotel Slipway offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Slipway?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Slipway on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$273.50, 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Slipway?

Yep, Hotel Slipway has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Slipway?

The closest beach to Hotel Slipway is Coco Beach (1.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Slipway?

Yep, Ocean Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Hotel Slipway have a pool?

Hotel Slipway has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Slipway?

Hotel Slipway features a full-service spa, a nightclub and a health club.

What makes Hotel Slipway a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and beachfront dining, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Slipway.

Is Hotel Slipway family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and a children's pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Slipway is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Slipway?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Slipway?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Slipway?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Slipway?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Slipway Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 238 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Norbert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manon

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, St Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILFRED, Nairobi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edward, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my second time at this facility. A mid-week stay was mostly quiet and the staff is great. But the rooms are getting a little dated and 2 1/2 days of no wifi was a big challenge. If my home plan did not have unlited data, I would have had a very difficult time traveling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, West Palm Beach

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sabine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel in a colonial style typical of East Africa was just a gem. We were given a nice room, large enough and with all we could wish for. The staff as all Tanzanians were just the friendliest and most helpful, going out of their way to make our stay a delay. We felt cared for and appreciated. When we go back to Tanzania we will go back to Slipway. The area of the hotel offered everything the heart would enjoy on a vacation: Nice walks, good restaurants, little gift shops, clothing shops, cafes etc. Assante.

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fiore

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay. I booked it specifically for its location (Sunset, restaurants/bars by the ocean) and I was not disappointed. It's true there is music outside at night but with the AC on, I couldn't hear anything so it's not very high. Breakfast was OK. People were welcoming and accommodating. Overall, I recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but needs a nudge back in right direction
Second time here, a great hotel though the service around the pool has dropped and the wait for food has increased.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in this hotel a few times and it’s usually reliable. This time however it was not and I had to move rooms several times due to various maintenance issues. Despite a recent renovation one of the buildings needs another round of repairs. The staff were helpful when I brought the issues to their attention but there doesn’t seem to be any senior management presence. The breakfast also badly needs an update. All rooms should have mosquito nets too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kyung In

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the standard room and the executive room with ocean view. Pros: Convenient location with restaurants, bars, and juice/coffee/tea shops. Live bands at the restaurants at night. The standard room was recently renovated. Cons: Wifi was spotty in the standard room. The air conditioner was installed at an odd spot, the closet was blocking most of the cold air coming out of it. The shower was not properly sealed, water leaked through the gaps. The sofa and the cushions were old and smelly, like they were never washed/cleaned. Both rooms were not ready past the check in time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Thejodhar

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Myrto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location by the sea, lots to do around the Slipway. The staff is very helpful and polite
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you like quiet this isn’t the place for you. The restaurants outside the hotel plays music all day every day and shops and restaurants are busy with tourists and locals well into the wee hours. If someone is singing live then it will be extremely loud in the seaside rooms. When I checked in my room it had a strong urine smell. The carpet needs to be taken up and shouldn’t even be in hotel rooms on the beach. Nice atmosphere to be in overall but the older side of the hotel is very run down. There is a completely different section of rooms by the Hotel reception side which is a lot better and more quiet. The staff is very nice. Breakfast needs improvement.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsabe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

margarete

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location as there are some shops, bars and restaurants around the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Visit
Fantastic location, wonderful staff (shoutout to Freddy!) and wonderful amenities. I cannot say enough good things about the accommodations and staff at Slipway. Courteous, friendly and thoughtful. They assisted me at the bank across the courtyard, provided restaurant suggestions and arranged private transport and accompaniment for me to do some market shopping in the city. Excellent value for money. I look forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slipway is a prime lication in Dar where you have All in One place.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022