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Colosseum Boutique Hotel & Spa Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam

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About the Hotel

79 Haille Selassie Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 1

Colosseum Boutique Hotel & Spa features a distinctive design inspired by classic Greco-Roman architecture. Situated in Oyster Bay, known as Cocoa Beach, this hotel blends modern amenities with historical elegance. It serves as a convenient stop for travelers between safari adventures and beach getaways. The hotel's proximity to local attractions enhances its cultural significance in Dar es Salaam.

Location

Located 20 minutes from Central Dar es Salaam, the hotel is near popular attractions like the Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and Dar-es-Salaam Zoo. Public transportation options are accessible, ensuring ease of travel throughout the area. The hotel also provides convenient access to both the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and local golf courses for recreational opportunities.

Rooms

Each fully air-conditioned room features a King size bed and a plasma widescreen television connected to DSTV satellite channels. In addition, amenities include an electronic safe, tea/coffee making facilities, a mini fridge, and laundry service. The Opulent Suite offers a separate lounge and kitchen area equipped with essential appliances. Guests can expect a home-like atmosphere throughout their stay, with daily housekeeping services available.

Eat & Drink

Caesar's Ristorante serves a diverse menu that ranges from international cuisine to wood-fired pizzas and seafood. Kalypso offers a unique dining experience with a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese dishes, along with a selection of Asian Swahili tapas. Both dining options emphasize fresh, quality ingredients for a wholesome meal in a vibrant setting. Room service is also available for guests seeking in-room dining.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a well-equipped fitness club, including state-of-the-art Technogym equipment, an outdoor swimming pool, and squash courts. With up to 40 fitness classes per week, there are numerous options for every fitness enthusiast. Cleopatra's Spa provides a range of beauty treatments and massages, offering a relaxing retreat. Meeting and event facilities include two conference rooms, catering to business needs.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
Max:
2 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Deluxe Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Pool view
Shower
Air conditioning
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King Suite
Max:
3 persons
64 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Dar es Salaam 3.0 mi
Airports
Julius Nyerere (DAR) 10.9 mi
Train
Central Railway Station 3.5 mi
Tazara Railway Station 5.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Hairdresser
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Squash
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

79 Haille Selassie Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 1
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79 Haille Selassie Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 1
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Beach
Coco Beach
1900 ft
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Gallery
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2800 ft
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Shooters Grill
2400 ft
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Classico Cafe
2800 ft
Slipway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
82%
liked the hotel and would stay again
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.1
Location
8.9
Service
5.9
Dining
5.8
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 25 reviews
7.7
7.7/10based on 492 reviews
Nick
United States of America, January  2025
8.6/10

I had a pleasant stay overall at this hotel. The location in Oysterbay is fantastic, and being close to the beach is a huge plus. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but I did encounter some hiccups with the service. While the facilities were nice, particularly the pool area, I feel like they could improve the dining options, especially at breakfast.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, and having a balcony was a nice touch.
Service
6.0
The service could use some improvement; at times, staff didn't fully understand my requests, which was frustrating.
Location
9.0
The location in Oysterbay is great, just a short walk from the beach and central to various attractions.
Dining
5.0
I was disappointed with the breakfast as it felt quite limited and could definitely use more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-maintained and enjoyable, making it a nice spot to relax.
Thomas
United States of America, January  2025
8.0/10

I had a great stay, as the hotel is located in the beautiful Oysterbay area, which feels both safe and convenient. The rooms were spacious and modern, complete with a lovely balcony to enjoy the view. The service could use some improvement, as staff sometimes didn’t fully understand my requests. Overall, the ambiance was pleasant, but the dining options were limited, which was a bit disappointing for me.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, modern, and clean, with a nice balcony for enjoying the outdoors.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly, yet it felt like they sometimes misunderstood my requests, which was frustrating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in the Oysterbay area, a great neighborhood that feels safe and is close to various attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience left a bit to be desired, as there were limited breakfast options available.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered were decent, but nothing particularly stood out.
Walter
United States of America, December  2024
7.4/10

I found the hotel to be in a great location, nestled in the Oysterbay area, with easy access to nice restaurants. The rooms were clean, spacious, and had all the amenities I needed, but the service left something to be desired. The dining options were decent, yet I encountered some overcooked meals. Overall, it offered good value for money, but better service would have made my stay even better.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-equipped, making my stay very comfortable.
Service
6.0
While the staff was friendly, they often didn't fully understand my requests, and that made things a bit frustrating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in the Oysterbay area, close to other nice restaurants, which was very convenient for dining out.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was mixed; while there were some good options, I did find a few meals to be overcooked.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic but met my needs and were kept in good condition.
Justin
United States of America, November  2024
7.8/10

The hotel had a great location in the Oysterbay area, making it convenient to explore nearby restaurants. My room was spacious and featured a lovely balcony, which I really enjoyed. However, the service was lacking; the staff sometimes struggled to understand my requests. Overall, it was a solid stay, but I did expect better service for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable, with a nice balcony to enjoy the views.
Service
5.0
The service could definitely improve; there were times when the staff didn't understand my requests.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, within walking distance of many nice restaurants but not directly on the beach.
Dining
7.0
I didn't have a chance to try much in the restaurant, but the room service was convenient. I wished the breakfast options were a bit more varied.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, although I wish the pool area had more loungers available.
Steven
United States of America, November  2024
7.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel which is situated in a wonderful area, close to great restaurants. The rooms were clean and comfortable, plus the staff was friendly and welcoming. However, I did find the service a bit lacking at times, which was disappointing. Overall, it was a good value for money, but there were a few aspects that could be improved.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with nice amenities.
Service
5.0
The service could definitely be better; at times, the staff didn’t seem to fully understand my requests, which was frustrating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a great neighborhood, very convenient to other good restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The on-site dining was decent, but I wish there were more options available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-kept and offered a relaxing environment.
Barry
United States of America, November  2024
6.8/10

I had a pretty good stay at the hotel. The location was nice, close to restaurants and a bit away from the beach. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had great amenities, but the service left something to be desired. The dining was okay, and while the hotel had some great facilities like a nice pool, I felt they could improve on their service overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with good amenities and a nice balcony.
Service
5.0
The service wasn’t ideal; the staff didn’t fully understand my requests at times, which led to some frustration.
Location
7.0
Located in the Oysterbay area, it was convenient to find restaurants, but it wasn’t right in front of the beach.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, but I expected more variety in the breakfast options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a nice pool area and generally good facilities.
John
United States of America, November  2024
9.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, located in the Oysterbay area, which made it really convenient to reach local restaurants. The rooms were in good condition and spacious, plus the service was friendly, though I think they could improve a bit. The dining options were a little underwhelming, particularly with the overcooked meals. Overall, I found it to be good value for money, but there were definitely some areas that could be better.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were in good condition and quite spacious, making for a comfortable stay.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly, but sometimes they didn't fully understand my requests, which was a bit frustrating.
Location
9.0
The location in the Oysterbay area was excellent, with easy access to nearby restaurants and shops.
Dining
5.0
Dining was a letdown; the food was overcooked and didn't meet my expectations.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were decent, although nothing particularly luxurious stood out.
Jason
United States of America, October  2024
8.4/10

This hotel has a lovely atmosphere with clean and comfortable rooms, and the staff is incredibly friendly. Its location is excellent, making it easy to get to nearby restaurants and attractions. However, I found the dining options a bit lacking, especially during breakfast. The facilities are nice and well-kept, but there were some issues with service that could use improvement.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, featuring spacious balconies which added a nice touch.
Service
7.0
While the staff was friendly, I did notice that some requests weren't handled as I expected, which was a bit frustrating.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in a great location, making it easy to explore the Oysterbay area and find good restaurants nearby.
Dining
5.0
I found the dining experience to be underwhelming, especially with limited options at breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are quite pleasant, including a well-maintained pool area and other amenities.
Robert
United States of America, October  2024
9.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located near a number of great restaurants. The rooms were quite spacious and comfortable, providing a nice place to unwind after a long day. The staff could have been a bit more attentive, but overall, my experience was enjoyable—especially the pool area, which was a lovely spot to relax. Just a note, the Wi-Fi wasn’t included in the stay, which was a bit of a downside.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, making it a nice retreat after a busy day.
Service
6.0
The staff could have been a bit more attentive to requests, which made the service feel less than ideal.
Location
9.0
It’s in a great location, within walking distance of many nice restaurants.
Dining
Facilities
9.0
The pool area was well-maintained and provided a great place to relax.
George
United States of America, October  2024
9.2/10

I had a great experience at this hotel! The location is really nice, situated in a good neighborhood close to restaurants. The rooms were modern and clean, and the staff was friendly, which made everything feel welcoming. On the downside, the service could definitely use some improvement, and it's not located right by the beach, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, I found it to be decent value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were in good condition, spacious, and I enjoyed having a balcony. They even had movie and sport channels, which was a nice touch.
Service
6.0
While the staff was friendly, they sometimes didn't fully understand my requests, which made the service feel less efficient than it could be.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in the Oysterbay area, which is safe and has good access to nearby restaurants, but it isn't right in front of the beach.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast included homemade yogurt, which was a lovely addition, but I'd love to see more options offered.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, although I didn't get to enjoy the pool as much as I planned.
Max
United States of America, October  2024
7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, located in the heart of Oysterbay, which is surrounded by great dining options. The rooms were modern and well-maintained, providing a comfortable space to relax. The staff were friendly and helpful, but the service could use some improvement, particularly in responding to requests. Overall, it was good value for the money, although the breakfast could use more variety.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were modern and spacious, and I appreciated the clean and comfortable atmosphere.
Service
6.0
While the staff was friendly, they sometimes didn't seem to understand my requests correctly.
Location
9.0
The location in Oysterbay is fantastic, with many nice restaurants within walking distance.
Dining
5.0
I found the breakfast options to be a bit limited, which was disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good amenities, but I felt it could offer more recreational facilities.
Eric
United States of America, October  2024
9.2/10

I had a pretty good stay overall. The hotel is situated in a great location with easy access to several nice restaurants, and the rooms were clean and modern. However, the service left a bit to be desired; there were times when requests weren't handled very well. The dining options could also use some improvement, particularly in variety. Still, it's a decent choice for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and modern, providing a comfortable space to relax.
Service
6.0
Service could definitely be improved; at times, it felt like the staff was overwhelmed.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near some great restaurants and shops, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
Dining could be better, as the options were somewhat limited and didn't meet my expectations.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were average; I enjoyed the pool area, but it could use some enhancements.
Alexander
United States of America, September  2024
8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, especially enjoying the clean and comfortable rooms, and the super friendly staff. The location is a huge plus as it's right in front of the beach and in the Oysterbay area. However, I did find the service could be improved as there were a few misunderstandings with my requests. Dining options were limited which was a bit of a letdown, but overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and had a nice balcony, making it a comfortable place to relax.
Service
6.0
While the staff were friendly, there were some hiccups in understanding my requests.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right in front of the beach and in a vibrant area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing due to limited breakfast options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but I expected a bit more for the price I paid.
Phil
United States of America, September  2024
9.8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and really enjoyed my time there. The rooms were quite spacious, clean, and offered a nice view. The location was great, nestled in a lovely neighborhood. However, the service could use some improvement, as there were a couple of mix-ups with my requests. Overall, it was a good experience, especially for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and provided a nice view from the balcony.
Service
5.0
The service could definitely use some improvement, as there were misunderstandings regarding my requests.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a lovely neighborhood, making it convenient for exploring.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, although I wished there were more included amenities.
Charles
United States of America, September  2024
9.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, which is located in the vibrant Oyster Bay area and surrounded by great restaurants. The rooms were clean and in good condition, offering a comfortable experience. However, I found the service could use some improvement as it was a bit inconsistent. Overall, it provides decent value for money, especially considering the location and quality of the facilities.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with great options for entertainment like sport and movie channels.
Service
6.0
While the staff was friendly, there were times when their understanding of my requests fell short, which was a bit frustrating.
Location
9.0
The location in Oyster Bay is fantastic, with plenty of nice restaurants within walking distance.
Dining
7.0
While I enjoyed the Italian grilled meat, the overall dining experience wasn't remarkable.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel has good amenities, and the pool area is well-kept, adding to the overall enjoyment of the stay.
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