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Chelsea Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Uhuru Street, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St Joseph's Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Executive Level | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Executive Level

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Executive Level | Living room | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Executive Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Executive Level | Private kitchenette | Fridge

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Executive Level

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator, Executive Level

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator, Executive Level | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator, Executive Level

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Kariakoo within a short walk of Kariakoo Market, Chelsea Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as St Joseph's Cathedral. This 3-star hotel has 68 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St Joseph's Cathedral - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Grande Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪TSAVORITE Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Hotel

At Chelsea Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, an ATM, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and ceiling fans are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Chelsea Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Chelsea Hotel Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Hotel Hotel
Chelsea Hotel Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Chelsea Hotel?

Chelsea Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Hotel?

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Hotel on May 10, 2026 start from $80, 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 close to Chelsea Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Kariakoo within a 10-minute walk of Kariakoo Market and Uhuru Monument. You'll also find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Askari Monument less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Chelsea Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Chelsea Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Chelsea Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Chelsea Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and a minibar as well as a restaurant.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Chelsea Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Chelsea Restaurant each morning.

Does Chelsea Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Chelsea Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Chelsea Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Chelsea Hotel?

The closest major airport to Chelsea Hotel is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 6.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Chelsea Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Chelsea Hotel offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Chelsea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 132 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

CARL

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and hotel rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the location and helpfulness of staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zunurain

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

Excellent

Every staff are wonderful, helpful and very kind. Excellent breakfast. Location is great . Spacious room with very good air-condition and a fan. I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ghislain Didace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
my stay at chelsea hotel was nice, but I lost my perfum in the room when I asked cleaners to clean my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haroon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Customer service needs to be improved
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Quick stay in DAR

Room was clean. Limited choice for breakfast but good for the price. Got charged for water at check out as hotel did not spicify what was/ not included as free. This spoilt the actual stay for us
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Parveen

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need Wheat based Indian Chapati and pratha should be unlimited drinking water hardly one guest will drink max 2 ltr and rest is all good. specially Staff is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tale

Business traveler
Bad customer service and bad breakfast and the room is not clean and out side very noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Rushell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was told by staff wasnt safe to go outside. Server was dismissive and rude
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

FANG, OTTAWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gilbert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel isn't the Hilton by any means but if you are looking for a safe, clean budget hotel this would be it. Didn't see any bugs (we've had issues in other tropical hotels) and the room was very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Eva

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bad wifi. Unsafe area for families. Smelly bathroom. Ok but not value for money. Should be cheaper
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zelalem

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

Terrible Experience

We had a terrible experience at this hotel. We were first checked into a room that hadn't been cleaned and were then moved to the adjacent room which happened to be right next to the elevator. The walls are thin and we could hear everything from the next room. The front desk agents who checked us in were less than courteous and had attitudes when we brought forth the deficincies. The laundry misplaced one of the four items we sent for washing and had an attitude when we asked them about the missing item. The bellwoman, doorwoman, housekeeing and lunchroom staff were courteous however we wouldn't recommend this hotel for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ousmahila, Atlanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice staff but the area around the hotel does not look too good. There are markets, low class restaurants and shops around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Enock

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Close to several points of interest
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Valerio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unprofessional management!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navjyoti

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabrez

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

Would stay again

Staff was friendly and helpful, food and location was good. Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Staff & service
Good location. Friendly staff. Fast WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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