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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy 2 outdoor pools and white sand beach

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2 outdoor pools
Reception
Restaurant
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
The Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel sits right by the ocean, providing a peaceful getaway. Guests start their mornings with a breakfast buffet before relaxing at either outdoor pool or booking treatments at the spa. Free bicycles and helpful concierge staff enhance the experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Royal Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 225 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kutani, Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel is in a rural area and on the beach. National Museum of Tanzania and Nyumba ya Sanaa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dar-es-Salaam Zoo and Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens.
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Changani, Kigamboni, Kutani, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Changani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dar-es-Salaam Zoo - 35 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 48 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 49 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 50 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪amani beach restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

Upscale hotel by the ocean
A free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a front-desk safe, and massage treatment rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like separate dining areas and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Aya Sophia Garden Hotel Kutani
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Hotel
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Kutani
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Hotel Kutani

Frequently asked questions

Does Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel located?

This Kutani hotel is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Changani Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Inner Sinda and Outer Sinda. Dar-es-Salaam Zoo is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away.

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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Time off

This is the perfect place to relax. Everything was first class. The views, beach, zoo, was all amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aya Sophia was a perfect add on to our south beach stay when visiting Dar. Visiting the animals was a perfect way for our kids to see them without the crazy prices of a safari park (as a foreigner). Great rooms, gardens and the restaurant food (we ate curry) was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Restaurant was under staffed and orders from menu took a long time but the attitude of staff made up for it. Very clean place and accommodate most request in a reasonable amount of time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nivedh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The zoo was better than expectations. Petting the giraffes was extraordinary!! The animals are well maintained and the experience was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will never use Expedia ever again. Made me pay for my stay twice. Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mwalingakana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melchior

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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