City center stay.You'll find University of Dar es Salaam and Dhahabu Arts Centre within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mlimani City and Mwenge Carvers Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
University of Dar es Salaam - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Dhahabu Arts Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Kariakoo Market - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
The Slipway - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
Coco Beach - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 22 min drive
Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Top Cream - 12 min walk
LandMark Hotel - Ubungo - 5 min drive
Juice Parlour - 4 min drive
Segesela Cafe - 4 min drive
Istanbul Turkish Fast Food - 6 min drive
About this property
Sophia Hotel
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Dar es Salaam
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sophia Hotel also features laundry facilities, 24-hour room service, and an elevator. Self parking is free.
This Dar es Salaam hotel is smoke free.
23 guestrooms or units
Self-service laundry
Elevator
No smoking on site
Dining venue
Sophia Hotel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs. This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sophia Hotel
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
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.
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, debit cards, and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
We should mention
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Sophia Hotel Dar es Salaam
Sophia Dar es Salaam
Sophia Hotel Hotel
Sophia Hotel Dar es Salaam
Sophia Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam
Frequently asked questions
How close is Sophia Hotel to the airport?
Sophia Hotel is 9.3 mi (34-min drive) away from the Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sophia Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Sophia Hotel.
How close is Sophia Hotel to the beach?
This hotel is 4.7 mi (20-min drive) from Msasani Bay Beach and 7.1 mi (24-min drive) from Mbezi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sophia Hotel offer free breakfast?
Sophia Hotel does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sophia Hotel?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Le Grande Casino (9-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Sophia Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.
Is there free parking at Sophia Hotel?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Sophia Hotel have a pool?
Sophia Hotel does not have a pool.
Does Sophia Hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Sophia Hotel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Sophia Hotel to downtown Dar es Salaam?
Sophia Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Ubungo.
Sophia Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Sophia Hotel was great. The room was large, breakfast was plentiful & yummy, staff was great. The complimentary laundry service was a wonderful treat. The area was good also - very near City Mall, which had a grocery store. Also, near Chef’s Pride, a very popular restaurant.