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Hotel Nikko Tower

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Suite Room | Living area | 21-inch TV with satellite channels
Bar (on property)
Reception
Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hotel Nikko Tower in Mchafukoge's center offers a quiet haven from urban bustle. Guests appreciate the attentive staff, dry cleaning services, and free in-room WiFi. The property features a well-stocked library and massage services for relaxation after exploring the area.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Plot 1485/148, Aggrey/Jamhuri Street, Dar es Salaam, 6732

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Aaqib Barbeque & Fast Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zafarani - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪A Tea Room - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nikko Tower

Hotel located in Dar es Salaam City Center
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hotel Nikko Tower. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Nikko Tower offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 21-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (250 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 9 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
All guests must present valid ID/passport at check-in. The name on the ID must match the name on the booking.

Property is also known as

Hotel Nikko Tower
Hotel Nikko Tower Dar Es Salaam
Nikko Tower
Nikko Tower Dar Es Salaam
Nikko Tower Hotel
Hotel Nikko Tower Hotel
Hotel Nikko Tower Dar es Salaam
Hotel Nikko Tower Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Nikko Tower have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Hotel Nikko Tower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Nikko Tower?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Nikko Tower?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Nikko Tower?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Nikko Tower provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Nikko Tower located?

Located in Dar es Salaam City Center, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino. St Joseph's Cathedral and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Hotel Nikko Tower Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 108 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Good service. In the middle of the city center ( old part of the city). Many commerces open during the day. At night is not safe to walk around but you can always call a taxi an Uber.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lemme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Main room lights don’t switch off unless you remove the card for power and that way the aircon doesn’t run
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Palle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Når gæsten kommer tilbage?

Da vi kom igen næste uge, kunne vi ikke få et værelse til samme pris igen, så vi endte med at gå et andet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Reliable hot water and cold AC made the stay very comfortable. The in-room safe didn’t work but not a deal-breaker. No AC or fan running in common areas (ie. Lobby) although the machines are standing there. Same for restaurant, although they did turn them on as soon as I sat down for breakfast and cooled quickly, so maybe that’s a plus for eco-conservation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sentralt. Rent og pent.

Ca. 10-15 minutters gange fra Zanzibar-ferjeterminalen. 25 minutter fra markedskvartalene. Rent og pent med alt som trengs. Egen resturant med bl. a. god indisk mat😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

One of the best in Dar

This is a quiet hotel with clean comfortable rooms in the downtown, close to the airport, with a great restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Roman, Durban

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

Close to Zanzibar ferry

Well managed hotel in the proximity of Zanzibar ferry terminal. Helpful staff, clean room, comfortable bed and a decent if expensive restaurant.

8/10 Good

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Close to Zanzibar ferry

Well run hotel within walking distance to Zanzibar ferry terminal. The rooms are very clean and the area is safe if a little run down.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Call to prayer on loudspeaker from mosque

Call to prayer on loudspeaker at 5:00 a.mm. Every morning woke me up

8/10 Good

Shell, San Francisco

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

Satisfactory hotel

The room and bathroom were fine, the AC, fan and TV all worked, and breakfast was good. The location was quiet and the staff was helpful. We walked a lot and the streets around the hotel felt safe. There is nothing particularly exciting about the hotel, but there is nothing to complain about either.

10/10 Excellent

riyaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location.very good service

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

The street at night is just a terrible place

The aircon cannot be controlled, either full blast or switch off The fan was either off or a helicopter One light did not have a contril to switch off Though the place was very clean and people attending was nice.

8/10 Good

Tim

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

Prima en betaalbaar hotel centrum Dar es Salaam

Heel centraal gelegen vanaf de ferry van Zanzibar naar Dar es Salaam. Prettig personeel Heerlijk en uitgebreid ontbijt

8/10 Good

saifuddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean . Friendly staff

4/10 Poor

Zhouming, China

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

Never never book Nikko Tower Hotel in Tanzania!!!

unprofessional staff in the reception. No money exchange, no charging, etc. Poor Wifi in the room. very old towls and bed sheet. extremly uncomfortable bed. Mosque nearby woke me up at 4:30am every morning.

8/10 Good

Heli , Sipoo, Finland

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Peaceful spot in the messy city

Checking in took some time, since the hotel couldn't find our reservation. Eventually we got the room, which was quite full with furniture. The balcony gave extra space, though. Everything else worked well, but the net went off and on, off and on.

6/10 Okay

Frans, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hotel in Business area

Hotel was located in the area where I need to work. Not a very nice area. I had a small room. The restaurant had only limited options, did not have all the food on the menu.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

great for price point

I have stayed at other hotels like Holiday Inn & this hotel is superior. Nice staff.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable stay and bad neighborhood

Hotel was comfortable; bathroom and room were clean with good airconditioning. Wifi did not work in my room, though it was functional in the lobby and on other floors. Neighborhood is crowded and access to hotel is terrible. Hotel had a good Indian restaurant with several cuisine options.

8/10 Good

Hans, Linköping

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

jättebra läge

läget är jättebra. nära till allt

10/10 Excellent

Jose A, Houston Texas

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

Good place to stay....

Very nice and affordable place....close to the Ferry Station.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bra hotell til grei pris midt i sentrum.

Bra standard på rom, noenlunde bra frokost. Ligger veldig sentralt til, noe støy fra trafikk, samt en mengde moskeer med bønnerop fra klokken 5 om morgenen.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

We loved the staff at this hotel

We booked this hotel because it was located in the city centre, in walking distance from the Zanzibar ferry. However, it is not in the "tourist" hotel area, and is more suited to business accomodation. We were woken up too early by loudspeakers from the mosque next door, but that's not the hotel's fault. Room was small but cheerful and clean. Bed could use a new mattress. There was a problem with smelly drains eminating from the shower, but the shower was hot and we kept the bathroom door closed. Aircon worked, but we couldn't set the temperature to what we wanted. It seemed stuck on 18 degrees. The locale was a bit scary from a security point of view, so we used the hotel's taxi service to take us to the ferry terminal, and that was fine. We had dinner in the restaurant and it was truly wonderful curry! They have an extensive dinner menu catering to most tastes (breakfast was not so extensive) and we were most happy with the offerings, including wine. What we loved about this hotel were the friendly staff. The manager was exceptional, and really went out of his way to ensure we were happy. This fact increased our satisfaction markedly with this hotel. They also have 24 hours service, and we had no trouble when we checked out at 4.30am. We also had our laundry done (quite a lot of dirty clothes after safaris) and they came back same day with cleaned and pressed clothes for us at very moderate prices.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wählen sie ein anderes Hotel

Das Bad und die Dusche waren nass und nicht wirklich sauber als wir ins Zimmer kamen. Ein Fenster mit (ursprünglich wahrscheinlich) einer Doppelscheibe bestand aus einer Scheibe und einem Moskitogitter. Um ca. 5.00 fing der erste muezzin (oder wie er auch immer heisst) zu schreien. Kaum feetig schrie der zweite um gleich vom dritten abgelöst zu werden. Als wir aus dem Fenster gucktwn, sahen wir drei Türme. Der erste war etwa 20m entfernt mit Lautsprecher auf das Zimmee geeichtet. Die anderen beiden Türme waren etwa 40-50m neben dem Hotel. Ein schöner Ferienstart... Aja, geduscht haben wir nicht.

8/10 Good

peter, Brisbane

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

Great Value----Safe Haven

Outside is pretty rough but security at the front door & lovely reception area make you instantly welcome. My room was very good,air-con,ceiling fan,TV,fridge,tea and coffee with room service to back up any other needs. Lovely clean bathroom/shower with lots of fresh clean towels and shampoos and soaps.Top floor has the Zebra sports bar with huge screens & icy cold beer. On mezzanine level was the restaurant & what a great spot it is. Both managers, Hotel(sorry did not get name)& F&B (Murari Prasad)made a point of approaching & saying Hi, each & every visit making it a pleasure for a lone traveler to go for meals. Cannot fault the great wait staff who seem to delight in going out of their way to make you feel welcome & a friend not a customer. Meals were always well presented & filling & both food and drink are great value. Have to say that housemaids were always on the ball,plenty of bathroom top ups as well as waters etc thanks ladies for your service. Last but certainly not least the beaut ladies on reception who never stopped smiling,always had advice,directions & welcome greeting for me. I just loved one comment when I arrived back after a long sweaty walk in high humidity "Peter you are Raining" lolol. The Nikko is also in a great spot for the Zanzibar Ferry All in all a great value, clean, safe Hotel in the middle of a big bustling city, well worth considering if you want some atmosphere & city buzz.

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