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Star City Hotel

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

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Lobby lounge
Reception
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Nestled in Kijitonyama, Star City Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Savor continental breakfast on the serene terrace or explore the lush garden, while enjoying free in-room WiFi and convenient services like dry cleaning/laundry and concierge assistance.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tomorrow

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

Executive Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Dar es Salaam, Star City Hotel is in the city center. Makumbusho Village and Nafasi Art Space are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lugalo Golf Course and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and Water World are also worth visiting.
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Sinza Africa Sana, Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam, 25057

What's nearby

  • Mwenge Carvers Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Makumbusho Village - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mlimani City - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Slipway - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Coco Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 27 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 43 min drive

About this property

Star City Hotel

Hotel located in Kijitonyama
Consider a stay at Star City Hotel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
  • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Star City Hotel boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Star City Hotel Dar es Salaam
Star City Dar es Salaam
Star City Hotel Hotel
Star City Hotel Dar es Salaam
Star City Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is Star City Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Star City Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Star City Hotel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Star City Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Star City Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Star City Hotel located?

Located in Kijitonyama, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mwenge Carvers Market and Makumbusho Village. Mlimani City and Nafasi Art Space are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Star City Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

6.8

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This to me is a great place with great people. I will definitely recommend it to others
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kabakubya

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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