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Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
A 174-room, four-star hotel at Azikiwe Street and Sokoine Drive, on the site of the city's oldest hotel, with harbour views, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour grill.
At a glance
- Type
- Historic city-centre hotel
- Area
- City Centre, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Hotel class
- 4-star
- Official site
- marriott.com
Good to know
- Outdoor pool
- Gym
- 24-hour restaurant
- Casino
- Free parking
Why we recommend it
The Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa stands on the corner of Azikiwe Street and Sokoine Drive, in the heart of the historic centre and facing the harbour. The New Africa Hotel has long been described as the city's oldest hotel, with a history going back to 1896 in the German colonial period, and the building was renovated and relaunched as a Four Points by Sheraton in June 2019.
It is a four-star hotel with 174 rooms and suites, many with views over the harbour. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a business centre, a casino and a games room, plus 12 meeting spaces that can hold up to 800 people. Parking is complimentary, Wi-Fi is free for Marriott Bonvoy members, and there is 24-hour room service. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00, and the minimum check-in age is 18.
The food and drink options are practical for a city-centre stay. Bandari Grill, which overlooks the harbour and Azania Front Lutheran Church, is open 24 hours a day with a multi-cuisine menu; the Seafood Bar serves seafood and terrace barbecues in the evening; The Pantry, next to the lobby, is a round-the-clock coffee house with pastries, breads and ice cream; and the Onyx Lounge serves cocktails and craft beers. The staff speak English, Swahili and Hindi.
The location is the hotel's greatest asset. Azania Front Lutheran Church is across the road, St Joseph's Cathedral, the Askari Monument and the Kivukoni waterfront are a few minutes' walk away, and the Zanzibar ferry is close by, making it a convenient base before or after a trip to the islands. Julius Nyerere International Airport is about 12 kilometres away. The hotel does not run a free airport shuttle, but transfers can be arranged for a fee.
The Four Points suits business travellers, ferry passengers and visitors who want to explore the old city on foot at a lower price than the city's five-star hotels. Ask for a harbour-view room when booking, and note that the hotel is smoke-free and does not accept pets. Breakfast is not included in every rate, so check what you are booking.
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa FAQs
Where is the Four Points by Sheraton New Africa?
At Azikiwe Street and Sokoine Drive in the city centre, facing the harbour.
What is its star rating?
It is a four-star hotel.
How many rooms are there?
174 rooms and suites.
Is there a pool?
Yes. There is an outdoor pool, plus a fitness centre.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00.
Is there an airport shuttle?
There is no free shuttle, but paid transfers can be arranged.
Is it close to the Zanzibar ferry?
Yes. The ferry is close by in the city centre.
Is the restaurant open late?
Yes. Bandari Grill is open 24 hours a day.