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Tanston Hotel

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

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Rooftop terrace
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Executive Suite | View from room
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
In Msasani, Tanston Hotel offers a vibrant retreat with a rooftop terrace, coffee shop/cafe, and shopping mall on site. Relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool, and enjoy convenient amenities like free self parking and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is ₩152,123
₩185,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Msasani, a neighborhood in Dar es Salaam, is home to Tanston Hotel. Nafasi Art Space and Makumbusho Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and Water World.
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Mwai Kibaki Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam

What's nearby

  • Makumbusho Village - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The Slipway - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mlimani City - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 25 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dm Cafe & Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kukurico - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rose garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sanara Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Tanston Hotel

Hotel located in Msasani
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at Tanston Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All 138 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate tubs/showers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, 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 on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 40 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

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 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 40 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Tanston Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Tanston Hotel?

As of Sep 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tanston Hotel on Sep 21, 2025 start from ₩152,123, 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 Tanston Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tanston Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tanston Hotel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:30 AM– 3:00 PM for a fee of USD 40.

What time is check-out at Tanston Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Tanston Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tanston Hotel located?

Located in Msasani, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Msasani Bay Beach and Nafasi Art Space. Lugalo Golf Course and Mwenge Carvers Market are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Tanston Hotel Reviews

4.8

8.8

Cleanliness

4.0

Staff & service

4.0

Eco-friendliness

5.4

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

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Musab

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a hotel more of a serviced apartment no facilities at all
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very loud construction noises in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Uvenlig vagt

Jeg oplevede en meget uvenlig vagt v indgang til hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023