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Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Property amenity
Gym
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sea-view Ocean Road, PO Box 542, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyumba ya Sanaa
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View | Down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Kivukoni within a short walk of The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard is within a mile (2 km) of Nyumba ya Sanaa. This 3-star hotel has 53 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Located centrally in Dar es Salaam, it's connected to a shopping center and also close to Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre.

What's nearby

  • The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Askari Monument - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 9 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Urban Jiko - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz SizGrill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brake Point - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jahazi - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard

Guests staying at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 25 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a business center, and free newspapers.
32-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free newspapers, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

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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
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Langi Langi Restaurant
  • Open House
  • The Jahazi Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reception hall
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

  • Children 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 3890.52 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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.
  • 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Courtyard Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam Protea Hotel

Protea Courtyard

Protea Courtyard Dar es Salaam

Protea Hotel Courtyard

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard Hotel

Protea Hotel Dar es Salaam

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard on Jun 3, 2026 start from $141, 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 near Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

This hotel is situated in Kivukoni within a short 17-minute walk of Nyumba ya Sanaa and also 6 minutes on foot from The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre. You'll also find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

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

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard feature a casino on the premises?

No, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard have a hot tub?

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

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard serves free buffet breakfast at Langi Langi Restaurant each morning.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

The closest major airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 8.3 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard that offer a balcony.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Courtyard Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 290 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent customer service, very polite staff and beautiful coutyard in the midst of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Amenities
Location is excellent and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAD KUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasurable stay with incredible friendly staff good food and location. Will definitely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the professional and polite service. The hotel has a pretty and peaceful courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with very friendly staff. Nice rooms and great breakfast. You can not go wrong staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The service was amazing and everyone incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jukka

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful and flexible staff and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Nice hotel in a quiet area of the city.

Nice hotel in a quiet area of the city. Staff was friendly and very accommodating. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean & quiet. Great wifi connection
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What a great staff and spot! Everyone is so friendly and the breakfast is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building situated around a courtyard with a pool - comfortable and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Jue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very professional and friendly. The room was very clean and had everything needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Yassir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well placed property with good managment. The staff and amenities are on point
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
To wake up to the sounds of birds rather than cars was a great plus. Lovely staff and tasty food.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a long flight. It was comfortable and the staff is very friendly. The breakfast is very nice with a lot of options
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is in a quiet area, and next to the Ocean and one can take a walk or go jogging on the newly opened Selander bridge which has a good place to walk or jog
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAISY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torben

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

Mit go-to hotel i Dar

Mit go-to hotel i Dar Es Salaam. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing, constantly offering a friendly and helpful service. Well trained and clearly run by management that cared about their guests satisfaction! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Excellent service you will get !

Amazing good service by hotel staffs ! ( although hotel facilities are old )
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Food (particularly the Indian dishes) were very tasty - breakfast buffet selection is great. Bed was a little more firm than I'm used to, but comfortable. Decor/fixtures are a little dated but still classy and picturesque.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Schalk

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

Old world charm in a city!

Interesting hotel with serious ambience. A great location close to the city without feeling like every other major hotel chain. This hotel is just different and does not pretend. The beds are good and the security is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is not very new. But location is good and also breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

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