Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo

3.5 star property
Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Enjoy a city view from the large window, relax in the bed with a patterned bedspread, and work at the desk with a chair.
Stylish residential building with balconies on each floor, offering a convenient parking area.
Dine in style with a compass rose wall design and comfortable seating for a memorable meal.
Steps lead to a seating area with benches and a mix of textured and smooth surfaces.
Step into the Sleep Inn Hotel, where a stylish entrance welcomes you.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Mahiwa Street, Dar es Salaam
  • Kariakoo Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Kariakoo, Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Uhuru Monument and Kariakoo Market. This 76-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Coco Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Falcon Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪International Congo Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Alcove @ Sea Cl - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo

Hotel in Dar es Salaam with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center
Guests of Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 31-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies or patios, refrigerators, and ceiling fans.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili, Turkish

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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 secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Baraka Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

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
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 7 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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: 11:00 AM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

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 Le Grande Casino less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

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

Does Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo have a casino at the property?

No, Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Does Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo have a hot tub?

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

Does Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo serves free buffet breakfast at Baraka Restaurant each morning.

Will Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo.

Does Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

The closest major airport to Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 6.7 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo?

Yes, every guestroom at Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not for a novice traveller

Staff were ok, room really needs some maintenance, terrible bathroom door, restaurant could have more variety for Western travellers. Towels old, need hand towel, bathmat, decent soap. I wouldn't recommend for the novice traveller. Hotel is in a vibrant, busy area which I appreciate. Local merchants are friendly and helpful, bjaji drivers amiable and fun to converse with, curious about a 76 yr old female solo traveller. So love the locals!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver, Gainesville

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was amazing help
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ewnetu

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in crowded area which is not my choice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

The hotel is in a location that is pure chaos and needs a lot of repair AC was noisy and the building looks nothing like the photos
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
City centre location, less than 5mins walk.from where the bus to Dar Es Salaam departs/arrives. Breakfast ok. Room was clean and comfortable and was good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Danish, Chicago

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was so small bathroom door was not getting lock bad smell in room and bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shaa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love this property. Been staying here since the early 2000s. Cheap, close to city city, and to all that Dar Es Salaam has to offer. I love the evening street meal just outside the hotel. From nyama choma to all the flovored India, Arabic, and persian cuisines. All at the lowest price anybody can afford. I will be there everytime I visit Dar Es Salaam.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sospeter, Ushirombo/Ushirika,Geita, Tanzania

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

It was nice and Good

Well and good.Nice and it was nearly me, The Hotel is located nearly the City Center Markets Place in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. I very Interested.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

nice hotel, the staff very friendly

add the beers, wine or etc. nice hotel without alcoholic beverage is bad
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Barry, Vancouver

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Helpful staff

Very few roads are paved in this bottom rank third world city. Kariakoo is not an area for tourists, at all. Beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

Good Value, in a Native neighbourhood

A clean and safe place, with a decent breakfast, but off the main tourist area, on southern Dar-es-Salaam. It is a 10 minute walk form City Mall, which has food stalls, and about 30 minutes' drive form the airport (taxi about 50,000 shillings, Uber about 20,000) It is safe, but quite a dark area at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All of the staff was very respectful and helpful. The room was small but had everything I needed and was clean. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to stay there. It is downtown and there is easy access to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

amar joseph, Dubai

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Low budget hotel

its a nice hotel to stay but being in a busy market place its too noisy. Anyone in the corridor is walking u can hear it . The room doors make noise when opened and closed. The vibration / airflow also effects ur room door as it vibrates. Bathroom is compact. Has shower option only. Hot water is thru geyser. The sink is Japanese size while faucet the Arab size so u always spill water. If bathroom door left open funny noise comes from the drainage. This hotel is dry there is no BAR . Breakfast closes at 10 AM. Room service is limited. There is a hawker opposite the hotel which serves nice BBQ and is reasonable $5 for 1/2 grilled chicken. The hotel does not provide any toiletries. The towel is worn out. No slippers are provide.No kettle in the room so no tea or coffee. No bottled water is provided. There is no safe in the room so u need to take care of valuable. Laundry is $1 which is reasonable. if low on budget this is the place to stay. The double bed mattress was well used as if sleeping in a coffin. Which was changed on complaing on the 3rd day of my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Joy, zanzibar

Our room was rather small. Hotel staff were friendly but we had difficulty getting hot water, despite complaining. On our departure morning the lock on our door jammed and they sent for a technician. Fortunately I was able to get it open in time to catch our ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

2/10 Terrible

Maggie, Perth, Australia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel in the picture is NOT Sleep Inn Kariakoo

Located in a highly populated area of town, the first room had no windows and the mildew smell was nauseating. Second room had windows which kept the smell down. A fridge was the only blessing; nothing else. Sadly, it was a case of getting exactly what I paid for. Staff were very friendly. The hotel building is not the one in the photo on Expedia site. I don't recommend this hotel to anyone. Expedia - please revise the listing.

8/10 Good

DINESH

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

Value for Money

The stay was comfortable and the staff was very co-operative. The deal was value for money.

4/10 Poor

Croker, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hotel in the city but a bit scary (fearful) place

I had terrible night sleeps. nightmares throughout my stay in that hotel

2/10 Terrible

saifee akil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very bad , even they didnt serve water also after calling 5 times and area is also very backward

10/10 Excellent

Love to travel, United States

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

Nice hotel

We were in Dar Es Salaam for two days prior to our interantional flight. My mom and I were travelling together. The staff at the Sleep Inn were very nice and accommodating. We needed to purchase an extra bag for our trip home, and the woman at the front desk asked one of the other hotel employees to show us where we could buy a bag. He walked us to a shop that was several blocks away, and also helped us bargain on the price. Very good service.

6/10 Okay

Kyle, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Does the job

I stayed at the brand new Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo which is a 5 minute walk from the old hotel. The old hotel will show up on Google Maps but the staff are good enough to direct you to the other hotel. The place was clean, comfortable and was fine for an overnight sleep before flying out.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Stay if you must

We stayed here one night as we were going to Zanzibar the next day. Hotel room was not as per description (ie... one towel, no coffee maker, mold on walls). But then Dar es Salem is not our favorite place and maybe this hotels is great in comparison to others. Just don't expect the same quality as in most other countries.