The DoubleTree by Hilton Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay is a polished choice for travellers who want an international-brand hotel in the residential, restaurant-rich side of the city. Oyster Bay is one of the most pleasant districts in Dar es Salaam, a green and relatively calm area of embassies, cafes and homes, within a short ride of Coco Beach and the Msasani peninsula. The hotel offers the familiar DoubleTree touches, such as a warm welcome and comfortable rooms, along with facilities that make a longer stay easy: a pool, restaurants, a fitness centre and meeting spaces. It is a good fit for families and couples who want a comfortable base rather than a historic one.
Oyster Bay places you close to the beach and the evening scene. Coco Beach is nearby for sunset and street food, the Slipway is a short ride away for dining and shopping, and a number of well-regarded restaurants and cafes are within a few minutes. This lets you spend your evenings out without a long drive.
Rooms are modern and air-conditioned, with good beds, work areas and updated bathrooms, and many offer views over the city or the sea. Family rooms and suites are usually available. The restaurants typically serve breakfast and international dishes, and the pool area is a good place to spend the hottest hours. A fitness centre and spa services are normally available, and you should confirm current options when you book.
For sightseeing, plan around the drive to the old town and the museums, which can take twenty to forty minutes depending on traffic. Many guests book a private driver or a guided city tour and return to Oyster Bay for lunch and a swim. Island trips to Bongoyo and Mbudya are also easy to arrange from here, and the concierge can organise Bagamoyo and safari excursions.
Business travellers will find the hotel convenient for meetings in the peninsula and the diplomatic quarter, and the quieter surroundings are a relief after the congestion of the centre. The airport is typically forty minutes to an hour away. Book well ahead for the dry months from June to October and for major events, because Oyster Bay hotels are in high demand. If you want a combination of beach, food and sightseeing, this is one of the most balanced bases in the city.
Ask about family rooms and suites when booking, and check whether breakfast, parking and airport transfers are included. Sunset at Coco Beach is a short ride away, and the front desk can arrange a trusted driver to take you there and bring you back. If you are planning a long day of sightseeing, ask for a late checkout or luggage storage.
Why stay here
- ✓Oyster Bay location
- ✓Pool and sun deck
- ✓Restaurants and bar
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Spa services
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Close to Coco Beach
- ✓Airport transfers on request
Good questions
Where is the hotel?+
In the Oyster Bay district, close to Coco Beach and the Msasani peninsula.
Is it good for families?+
Yes. The pool, spacious rooms and nearby beach and restaurants suit families.
How do I reach the old town?+
By car, typically 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. A driver or a guided tour makes the day easy.
