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Best Dar es Salaam hostels with breakfast

Among the 55 hostels in Dar es Salaam, here are the 4 best hostels with breakfast

K27 Premier Backpackers - Dar es Salaam
10 1 review

K27 Premier Backpackers

hostel, Dar es Salaam
K27 Premier Backpackers in Dar es Salaam is conveniently located 0.7km from the Makumbusho Village Museum and within 5km of Nyumba ya Sanaa and the Mweng Carvers Market.
This hostel offers guests free continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, and on-site laundry services, plus six restaurants, a bar, and 24-hour reception.
L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb - Dar es Salaam
8.7 331 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb

hostel, Dar es Salaam
L&j Modern Backpackers BnB is located in Dar es Salaam, just 5.3 kilometres from the Village Museum and 7.4 kilometres from the National Museum and House of Culture. The hostel has received excellent ratings for cleanliness and user experience, with a good rating for its location.
The hostel offers a single bedroom and bathroom, providing a comfortable and private stay. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full English/Irish breakfast, and a non-smoking environment, along with convenient access to Julius Nyerere International Airport, just 14 kilometres away.
K27 Premier Backpackers - Dar es Salaam
No reviews

K27 Premier Backpackers

hostel, Dar es Salam
K27 Premier Backpackers is located in Dar es Salaam, approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre, offering convenient access to local attractions.
This budget-friendly guesthouse provides free Wi-Fi, parking, and concierge services, accommodating up to two guests in its single bathroom lodging.
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni - Dar es Salaam
8.4 639 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni

hostel, Dar es Salaam
L&J Modern Backpackers Kinondoni is located in the Kinondoni district of Dar es Salaam, just 5 km from the Village Museum and 10 km from the Tanzania National Stadium, offering easy access to both the city centre and quieter suburbs. The accommodation has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The guest house features a shared lounge area and a garden, providing a relaxing atmosphere. It offers amenities like free Wi-Fi, private parking, a kitchen, and air conditioning, as well as a continental breakfast and a terrace or balcony in some units.

Best Dar es Salaam hostels with a locker

The Slow Leopard Hostel - Dar es Salaam
9.2 374 reviews

The Slow Leopard Hostel

hostel, Dar es Salaam
The Slow Leopard hostel is located in Dar es Salaam, around 6 kilometres from the Village Museum and 13.5 kilometres from the Tanzania National Stadium. It has received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a variety of shared and private rooms. It features a garden, a shared lounge, a bar, and a restaurant serving diverse cuisine. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and balconies in some rooms.
K27 Premier Backpackers - Dar es Salaam
10 1 review

K27 Premier Backpackers

hostel, Dar es Salaam
K27 Premier Backpackers in Dar es Salaam is conveniently located 0.7km from the Makumbusho Village Museum and within 5km of Nyumba ya Sanaa and the Mweng Carvers Market.
This hostel offers guests free continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, and on-site laundry services, plus six restaurants, a bar, and 24-hour reception.
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni - Dar es Salaam
8.5 655 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni

hostel, Dar Es Salaam
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni, a hostel in Dar Es Salaam's Kinondoni district, offers convenient access to local amenities.
This accommodation provides a communal kitchen, air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, garden, and parking, with an on-site laundry service and linen available for guests.
L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb - Dar es Salaam
8.7 331 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb

hostel, Dar es Salaam
L&j Modern Backpackers BnB is located in Dar es Salaam, just 5.3 kilometres from the Village Museum and 7.4 kilometres from the National Museum and House of Culture. The hostel has received excellent ratings for cleanliness and user experience, with a good rating for its location.
The hostel offers a single bedroom and bathroom, providing a comfortable and private stay. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full English/Irish breakfast, and a non-smoking environment, along with convenient access to Julius Nyerere International Airport, just 14 kilometres away.

Frequently Asked Questions about hostels in Dar es Salaam

  • What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Dar es Salam?

    The most budget-friendly way to reach Dar es Salaam is by flying into Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). You can often find affordable flights from major cities in Africa and Europe. Once you arrive, you can take a taxi or bus to your destination.
  • What are the best hostels in Dar es Salaam?

    Among the hostels in Dar es Salaam, The Slow Leopard Hostel, Gallivanters Hostel and Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers are the most popular ones.

  • What should you know before renting a hostel in Dar es Salam?

    When renting a hostel in Dar es Salaam, it's important to consider the location, the amenities, and the reviews. Many hostels are located in the city centre, which is convenient for exploring the city. Some hostels offer additional amenities like swimming pools and kitchens. It's always a good idea to read reviews from other travellers before making a booking.
  • What are the best hostels with a pool in Dar es Salaam?

    Gallivanters Hostel, Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers and Cocobongo Beach Lodge are the best hostels with a pool in Dar es Salaam.

  • What's the best time of the year to visit Dar es Salam?

    The best time to visit Dar es Salaam is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. The weather is warm and sunny, with low humidity. However, you can visit Dar es Salaam year-round, as the city has a tropical climate. The rainy season runs from November to May, with occasional heavy rainfall.
  • What are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Dar es Salaam?

    Gallivanters Hostel and Homeland Hostel are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Dar es Salaam.

  • Where in Dar es Salam can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?

    The best areas to stay in a hostel in Dar es Salaam are the city centre, Oysterbay, and Masaki. The city centre is convenient for exploring the city's attractions. Oysterbay is a popular area with many bars, restaurants, and shops. Masaki is a more upscale area, with beaches and luxury hotels.
  • What are the best hostels for families and kids in Dar es Salaam?

    The best hostels for families and kids in Dar es Salaam are Hostel Kituri, Homeland Hostel and Waypoint Lodge.

  • What are the best pet friendly hostels in Dar es Salaam?

    The best pet friendly hostels in Dar es Salaam are The Slow Leopard Hostel, Gallivanters Hostel and Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers.

  • What are the best hostels with parking in Dar es Salaam?

    The Slow Leopard Hostel, Gallivanters Hostel and Mikadi Beach Camp & Backpackers are the best hostels with parking in Dar es Salaam.

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Best Dar es Salaam hostels with air conditioning

L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb - Dar es Salaam
8.7 331 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Bnb

hostel, Dar es Salaam
L&j Modern Backpackers BnB is located in Dar es Salaam, just 5.3 kilometres from the Village Museum and 7.4 kilometres from the National Museum and House of Culture. The hostel has received excellent ratings for cleanliness and user experience, with a good rating for its location.
The hostel offers a single bedroom and bathroom, providing a comfortable and private stay. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full English/Irish breakfast, and a non-smoking environment, along with convenient access to Julius Nyerere International Airport, just 14 kilometres away.
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni - Dar es Salaam
8.5 655 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni

hostel, Dar Es Salaam
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni, a hostel in Dar Es Salaam's Kinondoni district, offers convenient access to local amenities.
This accommodation provides a communal kitchen, air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, garden, and parking, with an on-site laundry service and linen available for guests.
L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni - Dar es Salaam
8.4 639 reviews

L&j Modern Backpackers Kinondoni

hostel, Dar es Salaam
L&J Modern Backpackers Kinondoni is located in the Kinondoni district of Dar es Salaam, just 5 km from the Village Museum and 10 km from the Tanzania National Stadium, offering easy access to both the city centre and quieter suburbs. The accommodation has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The guest house features a shared lounge area and a garden, providing a relaxing atmosphere. It offers amenities like free Wi-Fi, private parking, a kitchen, and air conditioning, as well as a continental breakfast and a terrace or balcony in some units.
K27 Premier Backpackers - Dar es Salaam
No reviews

K27 Premier Backpackers

hostel, Dar es Salam
K27 Premier Backpackers is located in Dar es Salaam, approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre, offering convenient access to local attractions.
This budget-friendly guesthouse provides free Wi-Fi, parking, and concierge services, accommodating up to two guests in its single bathroom lodging.

Best Dar es Salaam hostels with laundry available

The Slow Leopard - Dar es Salaam
8.1 445 reviews

The Slow Leopard

hostel, Dar es Salaam
The Slow Leopard, a hostel in Dar es Salaam, is a 6-minute walk from Msasani Beach and located 5.9 kilometres from the Village Museum and 13 kilometres from the Tanzania National Stadium.
This accommodation offers air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, an on-site garden, restaurant and bar serving diverse cuisines, and hosts evening entertainment with live music.
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