The best hotels Dar Es Salaam

Located in the chic district of Oyster Bay, both central and close to Coco Beach, Hotel Protea is a good compromise for those seeking the comfort of an international hotel and vacation facilities, in the heart of the city but in a "courtyard" version, within a warm, flower-filled property with a typical coral stone façade. The rooms are classic with local touches, such as colorful Swahili stained-glass windows in some: they're charming. The property has a lovely little swimming pool.

This is the latest business address to open in Dar es Salaam, which remains affordable yet offers real comfort and luxurious services. It's located in a large, distinguished grey stone building on the southern edge of the city's CBD, where there are currently no other hotels. So it's close to the hypercentre without being in a chic district. The well-decorated rooms are enhanced by arty paintings, and the pool is just as pretty and pleasant. The style is local, yet elegant. Free parking.

A charming new address in Dar es Salaam. This boutique hotel is located about 20 minutes from the city center, right on the seafront of the north coast. A location with your feet in the sand, so you can feel like you're on vacation while visiting the big city. Each room has its own outdoor terrace with sofas, and all is simply and tastefully furnished. The pool and waterfront views are sumptuous. A real favorite.

This international hotel chain offers all the comforts you'd expect from a business and leisure hotel, at affordable prices for the standard offered. It's centrally located in a high-rise in the business district, close to the entertainment district and the port for Zanzibar. The ultra-modern rooms feature attractive bathrooms clad in grey slate. Its trump card: a pretty little swimming pool shaded by a tropical garden, a fitness room and an elegant restaurant serving international cuisine.