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Hotel Slipway

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach/ocean view
Interior
Fridge, electric kettle
Front of property
Hotel Slipway in Masaki offers an upscale boutique experience with a marina and casino. Guests enjoy beachfront dining and Ocean Spa treatments. The property provides free in-room WiFi, multiple on-site restaurants, and arranges activities like boat tours and scuba diving.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
Front of property

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the white sand beach. Beachfront dining offers a charming setting for a memorable meal at the restaurant. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing beverage at the beach bar. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your visit are boat tours. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include snorkeling and windsurfing.

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Beach/ocean view

Executive Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Hotel Slipway is in Masaki, a neighborhood in Dar es Salaam. Lugalo Golf Course and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mbudya Island and Bongoyo Island. Traveling with kids? Consider Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Tanzania National Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Slipway Road, Msasani, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • The Slipway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Coco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Makumbusho Village - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 23 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 45 min drive

About this property

Hotel Slipway

Upscale boutique hotel located in Masaki
A casino, a marina, and a nightclub are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Slipway. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and a beach bar, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body scrub, or a massage at Ocean Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like boat tours and scuba diving. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a grocery/convenience store.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 72 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Sofa beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Paparazzi
  • The Terrace
  • Waterfront

Things to do

  • 3 slot machines
  • Boat tours
  • Casino
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35.00 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Slipway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Slipway?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Slipway?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Slipway?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel Slipway provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Slipway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Masaki hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Slipway and Bongoyo Island. Coco Beach and Sea Cliff Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hotel Slipway Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 271 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with an amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel within a walking distance to the beach and also many small shops to get items that you need before traveling onward in Tanzania
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely hotel and good value for money with a great breakfast and attentive staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location for sunsets esp from seaview suites. Lovely pool. Coconuts at bfast! Super professional and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed before so the surrounding restaurants, bars and views of Oyster Bay are all excellent
Views from the hotel
Balcony views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed this property- the room was spacious and air conditioned with a little balcony that overlooked the pool and water. The bed was comfortable and the shower had excellent hot water. Restaurants and shopping right at hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

graham

Great place

Great place to stay very friendly staff a great variety of restaurants with great selection of foods
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 7th time staying at the Slipway and it doesn’t disappoint. I do miss the supermarket that used to be located downstairs. I love the ocean views, sunsets, breakfast, and convenient access to shops and souvenirs. The restaurants - especially aroma Zanzibar and Thai Cano are delicious and the juice bar is an excellent touch. The Lido lounge and padel courts were a fun addition this year. I also enjoy the spa each time we come. Thank you to the consistent and wonderful staff. Asante!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice place

it is a great place to stay very friendly staff a great choice of restaurants on the premises
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location next to the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nesan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Safe property Good amenities Issues getting extra key fobs were difficult. Only had one for each room and needed to use them to get into hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay. Beautiful atmosphere. Plenty to do. But I had a VERY BIG issue checking in. When checking in hotel did not have booking from Expedia. I showed proof of booking and gave me room for 1st night. But said they were full second night, so I had to talk to Expedia about it because I did not want to be without room second night. But was told to just wait. It ended up working out and hotel let me stay in room both nights. But having the extra stress was unfair to me .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bwalu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

margarete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location as there are some shops, bars and restaurants around the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Karsan

Food menu was a problem
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Myrto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location by the sea, lots to do around the Slipway. The staff is very helpful and polite
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bwalu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yassin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slipway is a prime lication in Dar where you have All in One place.

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kyung In

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023