Hotel Slipway

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

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Fridge, electric kettle
Beach/ocean view
Interior
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

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Executive Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Executive Suite

Highlights

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

Executive Suite, Sea View

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alexander’s Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Crafty Dee’s Brew Pub and Beer Garden - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Kani - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Slow Leopard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fishmonger - ‬4 min walk

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 beachfront location, 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 on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as boat tours and scuba diving. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a corner/local shop.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 72 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Sofa beds and free cots/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free cot
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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?

Checkout 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 miles (3 km).

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Hotel Slipway Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 277 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

patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

ZHIJIE

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

海边的酒店,环境优雅,位置方便,餐饮种类多
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 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

Michel

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

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very goos
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotellet låg bra till, kändes säkert och mysiga butiker runt omkring. Hotellet i sig kändes ganska slitigt och rummet var inte så fräsht. Personalen var väldigt serviceminded och maten var god.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Karsan

Food menu was a problem
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Love staying at Slipway hotel though it’s quite old but the location is perfect and the staff just the nicest. But please do try to clean the pool early 😅
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 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

Elsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

LAURA

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

Tiendas y restaurantes

El hotel se encuentra rodeado de diferentes tiendas y restaurantes, lo que resulta muy conveniente, sin embargo es bastante ruidoso, ya que tienen música todos los días hasta las 22h o 23h. También tiene acceso al ferry a Bongoyo Island. No hay piscina infantil. Sin embargo, disfrutamos mucho la estancia. La habitación era cómoda y con vistas al mar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

SHAMMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only one chair in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024