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Hotel Blue Sapphire

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with full-service spa and free airport shuttle

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Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Lobby
Slippers, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • GymGymGym
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Julius K. Nyerere Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam
  • AirportDar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)2 min drive
  • Popular LocationKariakoo Market9 min drive
  • Popular LocationZanzibar Ferry Terminal9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Dar es Salaam10 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Dar es Salaam

At Hotel Blue Sapphire, you'll be 7.8 km (4.8 mi) from Ilala Market and 8.1 km (5 mi) from Tanzania National Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Thai massages along with access to the sauna and steam room. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and steam room. Meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Dar es Salaam hotel include Uhuru Monument and Kariakoo Market.

What's nearby

  • Tanzania National Stadium - 8 min drive
  • Kariakoo Market - 9 min drive
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 10 min drive
  • Mlimani City - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • Java Executive Lounge - 6 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 10 min drive
  • Comfort Zone - 8 min drive
  • Air Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Bao Cafe - 4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Upscale hotel with full-service spa and free airport shuttle
Hotel Blue Sapphire offers its guests a full-service spa, a 24-hour health club, and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Blue Sapphire. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star Dar es Salaam hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Blue Sapphire offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and slippers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Payment types

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: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Hotel Blue Sapphire offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Blue Sapphire on 17 May 2024 start from AU$252.69, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yep, Hotel Blue Sapphire has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Blue Sapphire?

The closest beach to Hotel Blue Sapphire is Coco Beach (11.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Blue Sapphire. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Hotel Blue Sapphire serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Blue Sapphire?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Blue Sapphire Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Davenport

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
8 mins from the airport with free shuttle. This was the only reason we went to Dar Es Salaam (layover). The room was giant and the shower was so good! A nice break from the African austerity as a tourist. The girls at the restaurant were so kind, the pizza was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

TIMO

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable stay with an excellent breakfast. The rooms are large, clean, and nicely furnished. Quality bathroom supplies were provided and the shower and bathroom met western standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good a/c. Good gym. Very convenient to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located near the airport. Easy to arrange airport pickup and transfer. Felt safe as a solo female traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel but layover very short. Hope to stay longer next time. Shuttle was a great help.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023