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A courtyard with a paved walkway, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A residential building with a paved driveway, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a wooden door, and two large potted plants.

1. ShaMool Inn Hotel

Sinza, 2.5 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Nasr

₩30,528

₩36,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A multi-level interior with a central staircase, metal railings, and decorative elements.

A dining table set with red napkins, clear glasses, and a centerpiece with flowers.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and large windows.

A reception desk with a sign indicating a reception area, a clock, and a framed document on the wall.

2. JAMIREX Hotel

3 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Sintayehu Adefires

₩40,361

₩48,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A reception desk at the Vegas Luxury Hotel with clocks displaying time from Nairobi, Beijing, and New York.

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a counter with a glass.

A hotel room with a bed, two pillows with a crest, a bedside phone, and a nightstand.

A buffet setup with food containers, plates, and utensils on a table near a window with curtains.

3. VEGAS LUXURY HOTEL

2.2 km from University of Dar es Salaam

RAMA

₩40,868

₩128,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a dining area.

A modern living room with two black sofas, a small round coffee table, and a painting of a cityscape on the wall.

A living room with a wooden door, a ceiling fan, a round coffee table with a vase, two armchairs, and a view of a kitchen and dining area through a glass partition.

A building with large windows, a tiled entrance, and potted plants.

4. Lantana Hotel

Sinza, 2.4 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Andraous

₩31,786

₩37,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

5. MIC Hotel

1.7 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Peter

₩38,345

₩45,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

6. Royal Crown Kbg Hotel

0.9 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Haji Ali

₩24,849

₩29,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hallway with a green light, doors on both sides, and a reflective floor.

A building with a sign advertising a lodge for travelers and friends, featuring contact numbers and an email address.

A single bed with white bedding, a headboard, and a black bag on the floor.

A dimly lit restaurant with tables set for dining, featuring a blue hue.

7. Kmar BnB

2.5 km from University of Dar es Salaam

₩38,230

₩45,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A reception area with a clock, a sign reading 'RECEPTION,' and framed certificates on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a dresser, and a view of the city through large windows.

A restaurant with a glass partition, wooden tables, and chairs.

8. ANDREW VIEW HOTEL

1.9 km from University of Dar es Salaam

₩47,937

₩57,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by greenery.

A building with multiple red-roofed structures, a staircase, and potted plants.

A corridor with buildings on either side, each with a red-tiled roof and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and water bottles.

9. LifeLights Hotel

2.3 km from University of Dar es Salaam

₩27,019

₩32,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a door.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a stove, and a sink.

A small bathroom with a shower, toilet, and a window with bars.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot and buildings in the distance.

10. Tarans Homes

1.9 km from University of Dar es Salaam

₩43,593

₩51,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large columns.

A breakfast area with wooden tables and chairs, a buffet counter with various food items, and a coffee machine.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern gym with various exercise machines, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

11. City Crown Hotel

Kariakoo, 9.2 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Fredrick

₩85,773

₩102,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A poolside area with four wooden beds with white canopies, a clear blue pool, and a modern building in the background.

A modern outdoor patio with a white sofa, wicker chairs, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

A lobby with a marble floor, wooden doors, and blue seating area.

A bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a variety of bottles.

12. Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam

Masaki, 8.4 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Kenyatta

₩153,051

₩182,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large glass wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of the sea through large windows.

13. Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

Masaki, 8.3 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Rafic

₩150,899

₩191,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, well-lit exterior, and a sign reading "HOTEL AMARANTH".

A hallway with wooden flooring, a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall, and a door on the right side.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a parked van.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a door, and an air conditioning unit.

14. Hotel Amaranth

Mbezi, 9.1 km from University of Dar es Salaam

fouad

₩36,318

₩43,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. Large windows with blinds allow natural light.

An outdoor bar area with seating and a bar stocked with bottles.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

A modern living room with a marble floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

15. Belmond Hotel

Kijitonyama, 3.5 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Eric

₩63,571

₩75,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A lobby with ornate pillars, chandeliers, and a polished floor.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, red accents, and a sign reading "HOTEL BLUE SAPPHIRE."

A spacious gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An interior view of an elevator with reflective glass walls, a metallic handrail, and a patterned floor design.

16. Hotel Blue Sapphire

8.6 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Comfort

₩152,486

₩181,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by stone flooring and trees, with a view of the sea.

A beachside seating area with a view of the ocean and sunset.

A modern bathroom with a wooden wall, a large mirror, a white sink, and a towel on the bed.

A room with a large window overlooking a snowy landscape, wooden paneling, a black sofa, a small table with a chair, and a glass cabinet.

17. Mediterraneo Hotel & Restaurant

Mbezi Beach, 6.4 km from University of Dar es Salaam

"A quaint inn-like lodging outside of Dar es Salaam by the beach. Our stay was made extra special by housekeeping, reception, restaurant staff. While the property was well maintained and clean, the beach was not maintained, littered with garbage brought in and out with the tides. If Mediterraneo could also focus on its beach clean up, it would stand out with pride as a corporate citizen being part of the solution."

Jacinta

₩115,598

₩137,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A pier extending into a body of water with a thatched-roof structure at the end.

An aerial view of a resort with two large circular pools, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern hotel room with a large dining table, white chairs, a glass-top table, a view of the sea, and a giraffe statue.

18. Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam

Masaki, 8.1 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Roxana

₩198,803

₩236,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.

A rooftop swimming pool with sun loungers and a view of the sea and buildings.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washing machine, oven, and a large window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a black cabinet, and a blue dish rack.

19. Tanzanite Serviced Apartment

Masaki, 8.3 km from University of Dar es Salaam

graham

₩151,357

₩180,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hallway with a wooden door marked "2034" and a ceiling with recessed lighting and blue LED strips.

A hallway with purple lighting, a wooden door, and a number sign.

A single bed with white bedding and a red throw blanket, a wooden door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a bed, a window with a metal grille, and a view of greenery outside.

20. VALLEY BREEZE HOTEL

5.1 km from University of Dar es Salaam

Asha

₩29,360

₩34,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Dar es Salaam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
ShaMool Inn Hotel	8.4 Very good 15 reviews	View
JAMIREX Hotel	8.4 Very good 33 reviews	View
VEGAS LUXURY HOTEL	7.6 Good 5 reviews	View
Lantana Hotel	6.8 33 reviews	View
MIC Hotel	5.6 15 reviews	View

Top University of Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Lantana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a nice hotel very clean. stuff is very nice the hotel it’s tiny, but the room is big. I stayed at the studio, which was nice. The room is back. Bed is comfortable. Price is really amazing."

MIC Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent "

City Style Hotel

8/10 Good

"Kind and helpful staff."

Other attractions near University of Dar es Salaam

Mlimani City

8.4/10 (116 reviews)

During your trip to Ubungo, you can do some window-shopping at Mlimani City. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Dhahabu Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Dhahabu Arts Centre during your stay in Ubungo.

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Mwenge Carvers Market

7.2/10 (12 reviews)

During your visit to Dar es Salaam, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mwenge Carvers Market. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Nafasi Art Space

Enjoy an outing to Nafasi Art Space during your stay in Dar es Salaam. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Makumbusho Village

8.0/10 (59 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Makumbusho Village during your trip to Dar es Salaam. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Lugalo Golf Course

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Dar es Salaam at Lugalo Golf Course. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Msasani Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Msasani Bay Beach during your trip to Dar es Salaam? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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Mbezi Beach

8.0/10 (101 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mbezi Beach during your trip to Dar es Salaam? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Dar es Salaam?

University of Dar es Salaam is located in an area of Ubungo known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Dar es Salaam?

Golden Park Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from University of Dar es Salaam. Other good options within a short distance include Royal Crown Kbg Hotel and Abantu Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of Dar es Salaam?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Dar es Salaam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Dar es Salaam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University of Dar es Salaam.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Dar es Salaam?

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What can I see and do near University of Dar es Salaam?

Lounge by the water at Mbezi Beach and Msasani Bay Beach. Create some family memories at Dhahabu Arts Centre and Nafasi Art Space. Attractions like Makumbusho Village and Little Theatre highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for University of Dar es Salaam hotels

1. ShaMool Inn Hotel

2. JAMIREX Hotel

3. VEGAS LUXURY HOTEL

4. Lantana Hotel

5. MIC Hotel

6. Royal Crown Kbg Hotel

7. Kmar BnB

8. ANDREW VIEW HOTEL

9. LifeLights Hotel

10. Tarans Homes

11. City Crown Hotel

12. Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam

13. Element by Marriott Dar es Salaam

14. Hotel Amaranth

15. Belmond Hotel

16. Hotel Blue Sapphire

17. Mediterraneo Hotel & Restaurant

18. Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam

19. Tanzanite Serviced Apartment

20. VALLEY BREEZE HOTEL

Compare popular hotels close to University of Dar es Salaam

Top University of Dar es Salaam Hotel Reviews

Lantana Hotel

MIC Hotel

City Style Hotel

Other attractions near University of Dar es Salaam

Mlimani City

Dhahabu Arts Centre

Mwenge Carvers Market

Nafasi Art Space

Makumbusho Village

Lugalo Golf Course

Msasani Bay Beach

Mbezi Beach

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