Consider a stay at Hotel Slipway and take advantage of a casino, a marina, and a nightclub. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and a beach bar. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap, and a manicure/pedicure at Ocean Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like scuba diving and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a grocery/convenience store.
Located on the beach, Hotel Slipway is in Masaki, a neighborhood in Dar es Salaam. Lugalo Golf Course and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coco Beach and Msasani Bay Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Nafasi Art Space, or check out an event or a game at Tanzania National Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
Slipway Road, Msasani, Dar es Salaam
What's nearby
Coco Beach
3 min drive - 1.9 km
The Slipway
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Kariakoo Market
11 min drive - 10.1 km
Mlimani City
12 min drive - 10.4 km
Mbezi Beach
14 min drive - 13.0 km
Getting around
Dar Es Salaam Central Station
22 min drive
Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)
44 min drive
Restaurants
Midtown
10 min walk
Anatolia
1 min walk
The Ridge Cafe
7 min walk
Ciao Pizza Masaki
17 min walk
Crave
2 min drive
About this property
Hotel Slipway
Upscale boutique hotel located in Masaki
A casino, a marina, and a nightclub are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Slipway. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and a beach bar, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap, or a manicure/pedicure at Ocean Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like scuba diving and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a grocery/convenience store.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
Wedding services, concierge services, and free newspapers
Room features
All 72 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Sofa beds and free cribs/infant beds
Free toiletries and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Slipway?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Slipway on Nov 1, 2026 start from ₩167,009, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Slipway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Slipway?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Slipway?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does Hotel Slipway provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Slipway located?
Nestled on the beach, this Masaki hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Slipway, Coco Beach, and Msasani Bay Beach. Sea Cliff Casino and Little Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Slipway Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Great location with fabulous staff. Was disappointed that the pool was closed due to maintenance but they we were working hard on it. Lovely place to stay!
Hotel slipway had the cleanest nicest room with a great view on the water the best restaurants the boat to bongoyo Island was right there. The staff was so helpful and friendly and helped me find my Apple Watch when I lost it. I highly recommend this hotel best hotel in Dar!
Always a delight.. location fantastic. Staff wonderful esp Mamoona at reception.
Highlights- Coconuts at bfast, cocktails at sunset and pool in between!
it is a great place to stay very friendly staff a great choice of restaurants on the premises
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lykke Sofie
Feb 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed at the hotel for three weeks and I had a lovely time. The Slipway area is safe and great for solo traveling and I have loved hanging out by the pool. The staff is warm and kind. Can absolutely recommend a stay at Hotel Slipway.
Enjoyed this property- the room was spacious and air conditioned with a little balcony that overlooked the pool and water. The bed was comfortable and the shower had excellent hot water. Restaurants and shopping right at hotel.
An exciting village in the middle of the big city.
Had a very nice stay. Its a safe, little haven in the middle of a busy city, close to the water, good restaurants and the boat out to Bongoyo Island. It offers a variety of activitys and shopping, and even a playground for the children. The staff is very helpfull, and nice.
I really enjoyed my stay. I booked it specifically for its location (Sunset, restaurants/bars by the ocean) and I was not disappointed. It's true there is music outside at night but with the AC on, I couldn't hear anything so it's not very high. Breakfast was OK. People were welcoming and accommodating. Overall, I recommend this hotel!
This is my 7th time staying at the Slipway and it doesn’t disappoint. I do miss the supermarket that used to be located downstairs. I love the ocean views, sunsets, breakfast, and convenient access to shops and souvenirs. The restaurants - especially aroma Zanzibar and Thai Cano are delicious and the juice bar is an excellent touch. The Lido lounge and padel courts were a fun addition this year. I also enjoy the spa each time we come. Thank you to the consistent and wonderful staff. Asante!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nesan
Jul 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Safe property
Good amenities
Issues getting extra key fobs were difficult. Only had one for each room and needed to use them to get into hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Edward
Sep 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my second time at this facility. A mid-week stay was mostly quiet and the staff is great. But the rooms are getting a little dated and 2 1/2 days of no wifi was a big challenge. If my home plan did not have unlited data, I would have had a very difficult time traveling.
This hotel in a colonial style typical of East Africa was just a gem. We were given a nice room, large enough and with all we could wish for. The staff as all Tanzanians were just the friendliest and most helpful, going out of their way to make our stay a delay. We felt cared for and appreciated. When we go back to Tanzania we will go back to Slipway. The area of the hotel offered everything the heart would enjoy on a vacation: Nice walks, good restaurants, little gift shops, clothing shops, cafes etc. Assante.
I stayed in the standard room and the executive room with ocean view.
Pros: Convenient location with restaurants, bars, and juice/coffee/tea shops. Live bands at the restaurants at night. The standard room was recently renovated.
Cons: Wifi was spotty in the standard room. The air conditioner was installed at an odd spot, the closet was blocking most of the cold air coming out of it. The shower was not properly sealed, water leaked through the gaps. The sofa and the cushions were old and smelly, like they were never washed/cleaned. Both rooms were not ready past the check in time.
The hotel and amenities are excellent, but it is the staff that makes the hotel. Every single person I encountered was absolutely charming and went out of their way to be as friendly and helpful as possible. This made for a delightful stay - one I wish had been longer!