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Chelsea Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Kariakoo Market

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Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Uhuru Street, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Executive Level | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Executive Level

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Executive Level | Living room | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Executive Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Executive Level | Private kitchenette | Fridge

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Executive Level

  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator, Executive Level | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator, Executive Level

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Heart of Dar es Salaam.With a stay at this Kariakoo hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kariakoo Market and 2 miles (3 km) of St Joseph's Cathedral. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and National Museum of Tanzania are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Coco Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Aaqib Barbeque & Fast Food - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A Tea Room - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tai Huo San Zhuang Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Hotel

3-star hotel near Kariakoo Market
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Chelsea Hotel also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Chelsea Hotel offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Chelsea Hotel Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Hotel Hotel
Chelsea Hotel Dar es Salaam
Chelsea Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Chelsea Hotel to the airport?

Chelsea Hotel is 6.5 mi (22-min drive) away from the Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Hotel?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Hotel on Nov 1, 2025 start from $62.36, 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.

Does Chelsea Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chelsea Hotel.

How close is Chelsea Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.8 mi (21-min drive) from Coco Beach and 5.9 mi (28-min drive) from Msasani Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chelsea Hotel offer free breakfast?

Chelsea Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Chelsea Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Le Grande Casino (11-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Chelsea Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a pool?

Chelsea Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a restaurant?

Chelsea Hotel is home to Chelsea Restaurant, which features local and international cuisine.

Does Chelsea Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Chelsea Hotel to downtown Dar es Salaam?

Chelsea Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Dar es Salaam.