Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
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Cafe
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Corner of Haile Selassie, & Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Little Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dar Free Market Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Loft, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Oyster Bay, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay is adjacent to Little Theatre and within a 10-minute stroll of Dar Free Market Mall. This 48-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like 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 Coco Beach and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre.

What's nearby

  • Little Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dar Free Market Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Coco Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The Slipway - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 14 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almaty Cafe & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brake Point - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lobu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hugo Bar - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

Guests staying at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30 per person one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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 premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, dining areas, and sitting areas. 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

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • The Asylum
  • The Club Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

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

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1998
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 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
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 deadbolt lock
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
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). 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.
  • 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 deadbolt lock.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 6 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
Protea Hotel Oysterbay Dar Es Salaam
Protea Oysterbay
Protea Oysterbay Dar Es Salaam
Protea Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay
Protea Hotel Oysterbay
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

This hotel is situated in Oyster Bay within a 10-minute walk of Little Theatre and Dar Free Market Mall. You'll also find Coco Beach and The Slipway within a short drive.

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

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay on Jun 13, 2026 start from $88, 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 on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

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

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay include a casino?

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

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

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6 AM and 6 PM.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

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

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay.

Are there connecting rooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

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

What is the closest airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

The closest major airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 9.7 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay?

Yes, every guestroom at Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay comes with a balcony.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 136 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bipin

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

Amazing stay

Lovely stay, great staff can't recommend this place enough
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richyson Kofi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and comfortable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yoav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good service
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Clean, friendly staff, great menu with lots of options.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet and have good sight view, the restaurant is best, first of all they are kind.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura Liceth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Buffet was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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

Great base for Dar

Wonderful stay, incredible breakfast buffet, really kind staff, nice small pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice 👌

Nice place to stay and staff are very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cannot commend the team at the hotel enough. Accommodating last minute changes in itinerary without any issues. Will certainly be looking forward to staying here again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nirav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and Deborah at the reception is a gem. Always smiling and takes care of everything. Clean rooms and good food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Is it your 1st trip to Dar ? This property Where you could make your visit worth it in a relaxed style.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is like my Home from Home and good for my work.
Verified

8/10 Good

Yannick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front dest staff Fatima was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michiel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Large comfortable room, excellent air conditioning and great staff. Has a nice (small) pool and gym. Breakfast was good, with a lot of choice. Overall, good value for money. Will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Review

Amazing staff with large rooms, the place can do with a refurbishment. Will happily return however because of the friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Said

Liked: Amenities
Management needs to have a serious look into house keeping. I have complained a dozen times about these ladies who will come to the room for whatever reason to either spray for mosquitoes or bring something and they will knock once, twice and suddenly you see someone opening the door and she is inside the room. NOT ACCEPTABLE AT ALL. It has happen to me several times and I have complained many times to management but this hasn’t changed. Now I have made a decision to change the hotel and go else where every-time I visit Dar es salaam.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

quanbao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very happy. Receptionist Ms. Deborah was pleasant, caring and helpful. Always smiling. Thanks also to GM Mr.Suman Kumar who allowed extra hours for check out as my return flight to Nairobi was delayed. Lovely and cozy restaurant. Nice place to stay, plenty of space to take a walk. Spacious rooms with amenities. Overall excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rolando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
I had a severe allergic reaction the 2nd night, which can only be attributed to something related to the bed covers, please check that out, other than that I would recommend everything about this hotel. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Aggrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was generally dated, maintained and clean. The TV was old and didnt have the children's and world cup channels.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shariff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I don’t like that they charge so much money for room service, ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Swede in DS

The bed was very bad. We felt both the same. The breakfast was ok but not more than ok. The pool was a bit dirty. Maybe because no one seems to used it except me when I was there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ahmadi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was good, only hot water was not enough I had to run the water for approximately 5 minutes to get warmer, I did notified front desk and no one come to fix it
Verified

6/10 Okay

Said

Old property and things are falling apart. Needs major renovation, food is not good at all. The food quality is very low and one surprising thing is breakfast room service is 25,000 shillings, it means if you decide to have breakfast in your room they will a charge you room service 25,000($12). I find this ridiculous especially if you look at the food they serve.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karl Gustaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bra överlag. Tog dock väldigt lång tid att få mat beställningar
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025