Located in Masaki, Hotel Slipway offers an upscale boutique experience with a marina and casino. Relax at the beachfront dining area or unwind with a massage at Ocean Spa. With free in-room WiFi, multiple on-site restaurants, and activities like boat tours and scuba diving available to you.
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Casino
Bar
Pool
Spa
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Marina
On the beach
Casino
4 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Nightclub
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on-site
The current price is RM572
RM572
RM675 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Room options
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Executive Suite
Highlights
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
City view
60 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Executive Double Room
Highlights
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
City view
32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 45 min drive
Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 23 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Cape Town Fish Market - 12 min walk
Slipway Waterfront Restaurant - 2 min walk
Bean There Cafe - 3 min drive
Thai Kani - 4 min walk
News Cafe - 2 min drive
About this property
Hotel Slipway
At Hotel Slipway, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. Waterfront, one of 4 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. There are 4 bars/lounges and a casino at this boutique hotel, and in-room conveniences such as sofa beds and fridges.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian, Swahili, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
72 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Children's club*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
4 restaurants
4 bars/lounges
2 coffee shops
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Local/corner shop
What to do
On the beach
Boat tours
Scuba diving
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 2015
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Health club
An outdoor pool
Casino
Full-service spa
Marina
Nightclub
3 casino slot machines
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Double sofa bed
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
Ocean Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Waterfront – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
The Terrace – This poolside fine-dining restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Paparazzi – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per vehicle (one way)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Hotel Slipway Dar es Salaam
Slipway Dar es Salaam
Hotel Slipway Hotel
Hotel Slipway Dar es Salaam
Hotel Slipway Hotel Dar es Salaam
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Slipway offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Slipway does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Slipway?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Slipway?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Slipway?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Slipway?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 35.00 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Slipway?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Slipway?
Yes, there's a casino, featuring 3 slot machines.
What is there to do at Hotel Slipway and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as scuba-diving and boat tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Slipway also has 4 bars, a casino and a nightclub, as well as a sauna, a steam room and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Slipway?
Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine and ocean views.
Does Hotel Slipway have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Slipway like?
Hotel Slipway is in Masaki, a short 1-minute walk from The Slipway.
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Hotel Slipway Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
Great place
Great place to stay very friendly staff a great variety of restaurants with great selection of foods
graham
graham, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
nice place
it is a great place to stay very friendly staff a great choice of restaurants on the premises
graham
graham, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
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.
Ane Johanna
Ane Johanna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sept 2024
Such a great place to stay
Michel
Michel, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
11 Feb 2025
Love staying at Slipway hotel though it’s quite old but the location is perfect and the staff just the nicest. But please do try to clean the pool early 😅
Rita
Rita, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 May 2023
great location as there are some shops, bars and restaurants around the property
margarete
margarete, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Oct 2023
Excellent location by the sea, lots to do around the Slipway. The staff is very helpful and polite
Myrto
Myrto, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2023
Loved the property
Elsabe
Elsabe, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Sept 2024
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.
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
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!
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 Jan 2024
Good but needs a nudge back in right direction
Second time here, a great hotel though the service around the pool has dropped and the wait for food has increased.
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
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.
sabine
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2022
Slipway is a prime lication in Dar where you have All in One place.
Yassin
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2023
Fantastic Visit
Fantastic location, wonderful staff (shoutout to Freddy!) and wonderful amenities. I cannot say enough good things about the accommodations and staff at Slipway. Courteous, friendly and thoughtful. They assisted me at the bank across the courtyard, provided restaurant suggestions and arranged private transport and accompaniment for me to do some market shopping in the city. Excellent value for money. I look forward to staying again!
Deanna
Deanna, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
19 Jan 2024
I’ve stayed in this hotel a few times and it’s usually reliable. This time however it was not and I had to move rooms several times due to various maintenance issues. Despite a recent renovation one of the buildings needs another round of repairs. The staff were helpful when I brought the issues to their attention but there doesn’t seem to be any senior management presence. The breakfast also badly needs an update. All rooms should have mosquito nets too.
John
John, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jan 2024
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.
Kyung In
Kyung In, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Jul 2023
If you like quiet this isn’t the place for you. The restaurants outside the hotel plays music all day every day and shops and restaurants are busy with tourists and locals well into the wee hours. If someone is singing live then it will be extremely loud in the seaside rooms. When I checked in my room it had a strong urine smell. The carpet needs to be taken up and shouldn’t even be in hotel rooms on the beach. Nice atmosphere to be in overall but the older side of the hotel is very run down. There is a completely different section of rooms by the Hotel reception side which is a lot better and more quiet. The staff is very nice. Breakfast needs improvement.
Danielle
Danielle, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Apr 2025
好
海边的酒店,环境优雅,位置方便,餐饮种类多
ZHIJIE
ZHIJIE, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
alan
alan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Apr 2025
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Iñigo
Iñigo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Ane Johanna
Ane Johanna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Feb 2025
Torstein
Torstein, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Jan 2025
Leena
Leena, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jan 2025
Hotellet låg bra till, kändes säkert och mysiga butiker runt omkring. Hotellet i sig kändes ganska slitigt och rummet var inte så fräsht. Personalen var väldigt serviceminded och maten var god.