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White Sands Resort & Conference Centre

4.0 star property

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Exterior
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach/ocean view
Standard King | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Africana Road, Jangwani Beach, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Jangwani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Water World
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mbezi Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Twin

  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard King | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio Apartment | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Studio Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment Sea view

  • Garden view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Superior Room, Non Smoking, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre places you next to Jangwani Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Water World. This 143-room, 4-star resort welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a private beach, and a full-service spa.
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What's nearby

  • Jangwani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Water World - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mbezi Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Coco Beach - 17 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 21 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 53 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juliana Pub/hotel! - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kahawa Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Giraffe Ocean View Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Geez Italian Restaurant And Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 outdoor pools. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 55 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, access to locker space, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach resort include a free water park, a children's pool, and a gym.
Guests can expect 43-inch Smart TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, minibars, and coffee makers are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
A private beach, an indoor tennis court, a health club, and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Mchanga
  • Mchanga Bar
  • Pizzeria
  • Upepo

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per night

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

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

As of Apr 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre on Apr 20, 2026 start from $131, 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.

What's there to see around White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

This resort is located in Dar es Salaam and just steps from Jangwani Beach and Water World. You'll also find Mbezi Beach and Bongoyo Island within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is a spa located at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages and body scrubs.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have a casino at the property?

No, White Sands Resort & Conference Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is White Sands Resort & Conference Centre good for couples?

This waterfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and a beach bar.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this resort.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, White Sands Resort & Conference Centre has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have connecting rooms available?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this resort for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

The closest major airport to White Sands Resort & Conference Centre is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 18 mi away (75 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yes, every guestroom at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre comes with a balcony/patio and some offer ocean and garden views.

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 142 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susannah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet, beach view, two pools
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ephraim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not a place you can come and leave and go and stay another year without planning to return. Try and prove me right.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria, Jefferson City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The white sand beach is beautiful but there were lots of trash swimming in the water next to the shore. They had beautiful jetty built that had a staircase going straight into the water but it was closed for the guests’ use, so we had to push floating trash away to get in the water. More than that, we were pleased with our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Daphne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Beach was polluted and had a terrible odor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property maintenance was responsive but could be improved and proactive fixing of things before calls from guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Nkechi, SILVER SPRING

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many things were broken in my room- the door lock, the shower, the phones, the window. It was nuts!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

AMU

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Neelam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to change food menu n improve on house keeping services
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jethro

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

10/10 Excellent

BHARAT

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

Beautiful hotel

The hotel was beautiful from the outside and so well kept, food was of good standard as well as the service. The rooms looked dated a bit and needed modernising the shower door was loose and water came out when showering also there nowhere to go outside of the hotel, was very quiet the time we were there but overall was nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Ricky

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing except at the breakfast my sister was not well and needed to have her breakfast in the room but we were told it's not possible so she had to walk to the restaurant . which was very bad.. front desk staff was amazing and friendly and the housekeepers were also very nice and friendly ..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brad

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The resort itself was nice, however it is loud and the service is extremely bad, waiting almost 30min for beverages when it's empty. The customer service was poor and only 1/10 staff speak English ( we are bilingual) causing a lot of incorrect orders. All in all it is absolutely not worth the 1000s of dollars we spent on it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Munawar

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The beach had so much trash from the city. It was impossible to swim in the ocean. I am shocked that this hotel has not been shutdown just purely from health concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

pankaj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience and great rooms. Restaurant was quite slow to bring food after ordering so not great if you dining with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Neema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cleanlines place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hashim

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Well maintained outside, nice pools, nice beach, overall it is good hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

JUMANNE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

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

A jewel in Dar es Salaam

We loved White Sands Resort. We were six people in two one-bedroom apartments with a connecting door, just perfect for us. The kitchens were convenient, however one was not stocked at all and the other just had a few plates and a couple of forks and spoons. We didn't plan to do much cooking so didn't say anything about it, but probably the staff would have responded had we asked. Otherwise, the stay was perfect with excellent air conditioning and two pools plus lovely beach walks to choose from. Breakfast buffet was remarkable and got us started each day!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noises due to wedding parties right infront of the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUMA

Liked: Staff & service
Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

tina

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yustina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Provide mosquito nets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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