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Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam

Property class: 4
4-star hotel in Masaki

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A poolside area with four wooden beds with white canopies, a clear blue pool, and a modern building in the background.
A lobby with a marble floor, wooden doors, and blue seating area.
A modern outdoor patio with a white sofa, wicker chairs, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.
A bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a variety of bottles.
A buffet with various food items and condiments.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Chole Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam
  • Place, The Slipway
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sea Cliff Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a wooden floor.

Executive Suite Twin

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Ocean Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, and a sliding glass door.

Luxury Ocean Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Executive Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

1 Bedroom Executive Suite

  • City view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, white and orange pillows, a desk with a chair, and a wooden door.

2 Bedroom Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 82 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a city view.

Executive Suite King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a wall-mounted TV, and a window.

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Executive Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room

1 Bedroom Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

Masaki stay.With a stay at this Masaki hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Slipway and 2 miles (3 km) of Coco Beach. Sea Cliff Casino and Little Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Slipway - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sea Cliff Casino - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 13 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 19 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Anatolia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Ridge Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ciao Pizza Masaki - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crave - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam

4-star hotel in Masaki
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam also features a fitness center, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dar es Salaam hotel.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Urban by CityBlue Dar es Salaam
Urban by CityBlue, Dar es Salaam Hotel
Urban by CityBlue, Dar es Salaam Dar es Salaam
Urban by CityBlue, Dar es Salaam Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam to the airport?

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam is 11.6 mi (35-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 Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam on Oct 19, 2026 start from CA $164, 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 Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam.

How close is Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam to the beach?

This hotel is 1.2 mi (2-min drive) from Coco Beach and 2.9 mi (14-min drive) from Msasani Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sea Cliff Casino (3-min drive) and Le Grande Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam have a pool?

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam does not have a pool.

Does Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam to downtown Dar es Salaam?

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam is 0.3 mi away from Msasani Peninsula.

Urban by CityBlue Hotel, Dar es Salaam Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the amenities and the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location, beautiful pool, good food and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
CityBlue is a modern, clean, safe and comfortable hotel with spacious rooms and a staff that is eager to assist guests. We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.
A view from the balcony
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent property with modern amenities- used the rooftop pool and also the gym. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities. Keep up the great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Rooms in Dar es Salaam .. I have been to many other hotels in Dar es salaam but no one can match it he size and layout of this rooms. Staff is extremely helpful. Many restaurants to choose from.. my favourite is Vi on the roof top .. big breakfast layout and good quality food .. I won't suggest any other place for Dar es salaam..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great location but no pavements outside any of the hotels on the road. Great public spaces in the hotel. Great vibe on the roof but oool should close at 7 pm not 6
Views from the roof top pool
The reception
Views of Oyster Bay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room and compact gym
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025