Johari Rotana Hotel is a stylish, 5‑star waterfront landmark in central Dar es Salaam, located in Kivukoni, opposite the Zanzibar ferry terminal and just a 30‑minute drive from Julius Nyerere International Airport . Rising dramatically above the harbour, this flagship Rotana property features 193 elegant rooms and suites (including serviced apartments), all offering full‑height windows with panoramic city or ocean views. Guests enjoy modern amenities such as rainfall showers, minibars, safes, high‑speed Wi‑Fi, and many rooms include private balconies . The hotel offers exceptional dining across three venues—Zafarani (international buffet), Hamilton’s Gastropub, and Noble House (Chinese)—along with a vibrant pool‑side bar and lobby lounge. Facilities include an eighth‑floor infinity‑style pool with harbour vistas, 24‑hour gym, spa with sauna/steam rooms, children’s pool, and airport shuttle . Consistently praised for its cleanliness, warm service, and convenient location near transport links , Johari Rotana is a polished, professional, and comfortable choice for both leisure travelers and business guests in Dar es Salaam.
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