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Nakupenda Afrika

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk - Nakupenda Afrika (Dar es Salaam)
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Located close to Pugu Kazimzumbwi Nature Reserve, Nakupenda Afrika provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and a library.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 12 Queen Beds and 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Dar es Salaam, Nakupenda Afrika is near the airport and near a metro station. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mlimani City and Kariakoo Market. Coco Beach and The Slipway are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours, hunting, and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
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Dar es Salam, Dar es Salaam, 95693

What's nearby

  • Coco Beach
    Coco Beach
    32 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Pugu Hills Nature Centre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kariakoo Market
    26 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    28 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • The Slipway
    35 min drive - 22.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station
    21 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • UEFA Pub
    9 min drive
  • Super Karatu
    10 min drive
  • Arada
    15 min drive
  • Java Executive Lounge
    10 min drive
  • Next Generation
    11 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Cooking classes
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 15 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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
Property Registration Number +255787561552

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24

Frequently asked questions

Does Nakupenda Afrika have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Nakupenda Afrika pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nakupenda Afrika ?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Nakupenda Afrika ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Nakupenda Afrika 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 Nakupenda Afrika located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Pugu Kazimzumbwi Nature Reserve and within 16 mi (25 km) of Kariakoo Market and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Port of Dar es Salaam and Mlimani City are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Nakupenda Afrika Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wardell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very beautiful ,my fiance and I loved how nicely decorated the place is. It has an exotic and luxurious feel to it. The grounds are meticulously kept and the rooms are clean . The staff were kind and very polite . We highly recommend this place and next time I visit Tanzania this will be my first choice to get a room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a brand new hotel which only opened 2 months ago. It is very clean, the rooms are spacious with good air conditioning, good showers and generally high quality fixings. The best thing about the hotel is that it lies west of Dar es Salaam, which means that you avoid the worst of the city traffic. It is only about 25 minutes from the airport so it makes a highly convenient stop-over for people transiting through. When we were there some other guests had been put up there by one of the airlines, and I can see this becoming a favourite for airline companies. The hotel is also within walking distance of the Pugu Forest Reserve which offers hiking, canoeing and has a bat cave. The owner was fabulous and went out of her way to help us with whatever we needed. The kitchen is a bit slow, but the owner is aware of it and I'm sure will remedy this over time. I will certainly be using this as my go-to hotel in Dar es Salaam from now on.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had great Stay at Nakupenda Africa . Great customer services and great prices
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025