Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

4.0 star property

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Reception
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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City Plaza, Jamhuri Street, Dar es Salaam, 00255
  • Place, Askari Monument
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • City view
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Dar es Salaam City Center, Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Askari Monument and Atiman House. This 4-star hotel has 55 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Askari Monument - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Grande Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zafarani - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪TSAVORITE Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪AlBasha Lebanese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Guests of Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25 per vehicle one way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Washers/dryers, balconies or patios, and iPod docks are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fire

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 21 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one way)

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
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
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: noon
  • 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 self parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

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.
  • Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Dar es Salaam
Grand Dar es Salaam
Golden Tulip Dar City Center Hotel Dar es Salaam
Golden Tulip Dar City Center Hotel
Golden Tulip Dar City Center Dar es Salaam
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center
The Grand Hotel Residences
Golden Tulip Dar Es Saalm City Center Hotel
Golden Tulip Dar City Center
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel Hotel
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel Dar es Salaam
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel on Jun 19, 2026 start from $103, 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 is there to do within easy reach of Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Dar es Salaam City Center, just steps from Askari Monument, and within a 10-minute walk of Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Atiman House. You'll also find Nyumba ya Sanaa and National Museum of Tanzania less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

Pure Bliss Spa is the hotel's spa and services include sports massages, Thai massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy.

Does Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel feature a casino?

No, Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and turndown service in each guestroom, and some feature sea view.

Does Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Fire.

Will Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel.

Does Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

The closest major airport to Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 6.9 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel comes with a balcony/patio and some offer sea and city views.

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 279 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Shac A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, welcoming and attentive/helpfull staff. Location is good and breakfast also good.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sreejith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here especially with the spa
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great size room. Centrally located. Great buffet breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location plus the staff were extremely helpful and service oriented.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast options. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Salome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property to stay in during vacation
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10/10 Excellent

Saly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience at this hotel. Everything was very clean, and the staff were extremely attentive and helpful throughout my stay. The on-site restaurant was a pleasant surprise — the food was delicious and the service excellent. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

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Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

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I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend's stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Husna

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Great Hotel and Great Staff!
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10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a lovely restaurant on the 21st floor and all staff were wonderful. Also walking distance to the National Museum.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The positioning of the property was excellent for us as it was in the area we preferred. All the staff from the driver who picked us up from the airport to the one who returned us there were polite, friendly,caring and very helpful. I would happily return there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ziyanai

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

Beautiful hotel

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Salma

I couldn't check in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ibukunoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was exceptional. The staff were professional and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was so nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Howell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly. Roomy rooms , good varied foods in restaurant helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are incredibly warm and friendly. Short walk from hotel to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Evance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Danyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Food was excellent. Room service was timely.
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10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff are excelente very polite and helpful manager goes out of way to make sure your comfortable and location is nice