Description
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite..
With a stay at Giraffe Ocean View Hotel in Dar es Salaam, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Jangwani Beach and a 4-minute drive from Bongoyo Island. This beach hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Mbezi Beach and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Bahari Beach.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Jangwani Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Bongoyo Island - 1.5 km / 1 mi Mbudya Island - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi Mbezi Beach - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi Msasani Bay Beach - 6 km / 3.7 mi Bahari Beach - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi Mwenge Carvers Market - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi Lugalo Golf Course - 10.4 km / 6.4 mi Mlimani City - 11.2 km / 7 mi Nyumba ya Sanaa - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi Makumbusho Village - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi The Slipway - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi Little Theatre - 12.8 km / 8 mi University of Dar es Salaam - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi The nearest major airport is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 26.5 km / 16.5 mi. Near Jangwani Beach.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM..
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- Air conditioning
- Additional services
- Laundry Service
- Lift
- Maid
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Entertainment
- Evening entertainment
- TV lounge
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Shuttle transfer
- Airport transfer
- Shuttle
- Pets
- No pets allowed
- Smoking
- Smoking area
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services
- Banquet and event room
- Café
- Car rental
- Conference centre
- Doctor
- Garden
- Iron
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Newspapers
- Room service
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Serviced office
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Children
- Kid´s club
- Bars
- Bar
- Pool bar
- Snack bar
- Restaurants
- Barbecue / grill
- Breakfast in bed
- Buffet restaurant
- Rooms for events / banquets
- Swimming pools
- Children’s pool
- Outdoor pool
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Spa
- Activities
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Accessibility
- Facilities for people with disabilities
- Wheelchair access
- Check-in/Check-out
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Excellent
Based on 131 reviews
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Dar Es Salaam
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Namagembe l
14/04/2026
“PERFECT PLACE FOR A GATEWAY”
It was an amazing place to stay in Very Clean, neat and comfortable give thanks to Ruth and team for an amazing work. I stayed in a sea view and i highly recommend it if you need a perfect view. Receptionist Christine and Happiness we're very helpful especially Happiness as she helped me with the … more
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Curtis86
Albuquerque, New Mexico
19/03/2026
“Perfect place to see Dar es Salaam without the city hustle”
The GBH was amazing especially for the price. The hotel cost per night was the same as the airport transfer. At the price point, I’ve never stayed anywhere better. The beach view was great. The room was a decent size and had enough storage. The bathroom was nice. The service was incredible! The rat… more
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UteMruck
07/11/2025
“A wonderful hotel in Dar es Salaam, with perfect service, directly at the beach”
This hotel was simply marvelous, the rooms were wonderful and I was very spoiled, the food was great and the service and the people working there were always friendly and caring. Everything is clean and well-taken care of. I really did not have just one negative experience. I am even thinking to co… more
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Vacation550810
18/03/2026
“My stay at Giraffe Hotel”
The hotel is strategically located at a place offering fresh breeze and convenience to enjoy the sea breeze. The surrounding environment is quiet.The rooms are clean and well taken care of. The services are good with good value for money and very good amenities.
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Charles K
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
13/02/2026
“Beachside comfort, excellent workshop venue.”
The hotel is located right at the beach, offering a beautiful and relaxing environment. The rooms are nice and have been recently renovated, which makes the stay very comfortable. We used the Inspire hall as our workshop venue, and it was excellent. The air conditioning was very strong, making you … more
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