2/10 Terrible
DAVIS REUBEN
24 Aug 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
DAVIS REUBEN
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Joy Inn Hotel
4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dar es Salaam with 2 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe
Photo gallery for Joy Inn Hotel
Reviews
2.02.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Business services
- Bar
The current price is AU$52
AU$52
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Explore the area
Goba Rd, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, 16112
- University of Dar es SalaamPlace, University of Dar es Salaam9 min drive
- Mbezi BeachPlace, Mbezi Beach11 min drive
- Mlimani CityPlace, Mlimani City12 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)29 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Balcony, City View
Comfort Double Room, Balcony, City View
- City view
- 26 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Large Single Bed
View all photos for Classic Single Room, Balcony
Classic Single Room, Balcony
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
You may also like
Ad
HOTEL ROLAX
Dar es Salaam
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.2 out of 5, 8 reviews
3.2
8 reviews
The price is AU$68
AU$68
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Ad
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
Kivukoni
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 349 reviews
4.3
Excellent
349 reviews
The price is AU$320
AU$320
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Ad
Seashells Millennium Hotel
Dar es Salaam
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.9 out of 5, Good, 91 reviews
3.9
Good
91 reviews
The price is AU$121
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Ad
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
Kivukoni
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 219 reviews
4.1
Very good
219 reviews
The price is AU$124
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ad
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
Kisutu
- Spa
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 274 reviews
4.1
Very good
274 reviews
The price is AU$129
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ad
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam
Masaki
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.7 out of 5, Good, 358 reviews
3.7
Good
358 reviews
The price is AU$220
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Ad
Best Western Jangwani Sea Breeze Hotel
Dar es Salaam
- On private beach
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 122 reviews
4.3
Excellent
122 reviews
The price is AU$104
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ad
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
Kivukoni
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 264 reviews
4.4
Excellent
264 reviews
The price is AU$203
AU$203
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Ad
Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam
Masaki
- Pool
- Spa
- Pet-friendly
- Kids’ pool
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 24 reviews
4.6
Wonderful
24 reviews
The price is AU$254
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
About the area
Dar es Salaam
At Joy Inn Hotel, you'll be 5.7 km (3.6 mi) from University of Dar es Salaam and 8.6 km (5.3 mi) from Mlimani City. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .For a bite to eat, you can stop by one of the bed & breakfast's 2 restaurants. Meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Dar es Salaam B&B include Lugalo Golf Course and Bongoyo Island.
What's nearby
- University of Dar es Salaam - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
- Mbezi Beach - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
- Mlimani City - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
- Mwenge Carvers Market - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
- Jangwani Beach - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
- Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 53 min drive
- Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 62 min drive
Restaurants
- Art Gallery Mbezi Beach - 10 min drive
- Marrybrown - 12 min drive
- Wamama Kahawa - 11 min drive
- Istanbul Turkish Fast Food - 13 min drive
- Kimara resort - 17 min drive
About this property
Joy Inn Hotel
Bed & breakfast in Dar es Salaam with 2 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Joy Inn Hotel also features a garden and express check-in. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dar es Salaam bed & breakfast.
- 22 guestrooms or units
- 2 dining venues
- Conference rooms
- Continental breakfast (free)
- Business centre (24 hours)
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Garden
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
Joy Inn Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Similar properties
Seashells Millennium Hotel
Seashells Millennium Hotel
Dar es Salaam
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.9 out of 5, Good, 91 reviews
3.9
Good
91 reviews
The price is AU$121
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
RUNGWE CITY HOTEL
RUNGWE CITY HOTEL
Dar es Salaam
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
3.0 out of 5, 4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
The price is AU$80
AU$80
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Zimbo Golden Hotel
Zimbo Golden Hotel
Dar es Salaam
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.7 out of 5, Good, 32 reviews
3.7
Good
32 reviews
MAZOLA DIAMOND HOTEL
MAZOLA DIAMOND HOTEL
Dar es Salaam
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
3.4 out of 5, 5 reviews
3.4
5 reviews
The price is AU$66
AU$66
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Serene Beach Resort
Serene Beach Resort
Dar es Salaam
- Pool
- Kids’ pool
- Parking included
- Restaurant
3.7 out of 5, Good, 15 reviews
3.7
Good
15 reviews
Hotel De Mag
Hotel De Mag
Mwananyamala
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
3.3 out of 5, 29 reviews
3.3
29 reviews
NEW POPEX HOTEL
NEW POPEX HOTEL
Dar es Salaam
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
2.8 out of 5, 5 reviews
2.8
5 reviews
The price is AU$46
AU$46
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Rainbow Hotel
Rainbow Hotel
Kisutu
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Breakfast available
3.6 out of 5, Good, 82 reviews
3.6
Good
82 reviews
The price is AU$75
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Raha Tower
Hotel Raha Tower
Kivukoni
- Breakfast included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
3.6 out of 5, Good, 17 reviews
3.6
Good
17 reviews
The price is AU$106
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo
Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo
Kariakoo
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
3.5 out of 5, Good, 41 reviews
3.5
Good
41 reviews
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- 2 restaurants
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- Couples/private dining
Things to do
- Art gallery
Family friendly
- Separate in-room dining area
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping on request
- Proposal/romance packages
Business services
- 24-hour business centre
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Garden
- In a nature reserve
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Dressing gowns
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- TV
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Separate dining area
More
- Desk
- Heating
- Laptop workspace
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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 only accepts 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.
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 only accepts cash.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Joy Inn Hotel?
Yep, Joy Inn Hotel has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Joy Inn Hotel?
As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Joy Inn Hotel on 17 Feb 2026 start from AU$47.61, 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.
Are there any beaches close to Joy Inn Hotel?
The closest beach to Joy Inn Hotel is Mbezi Beach (6.9 km).
What makes Joy Inn Hotel a romantic place to stay?
Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Joy Inn Hotel.
Does Joy Inn Hotel serve breakfast?
Yep, free continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Joy Inn Hotel?
No, Joy Inn Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Joy Inn Hotel?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Joy Inn Hotel?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Joy Inn Hotel?
No, pets are not allowed.
Joy Inn Hotel Reviews
Reviews
2.0
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
10 - Excellent
0
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
2.0/10
Staff & service