At Johari Rotana, we go the extra mile to make our guests with special needs extra comfortable. 

General Hotel Features:

• Valet parking on request
• Hotel entrance with a ramp
• Spacious elevators to comfortably fit a wheelchair 
• Toilets for special needs in all restaurants, meeting rooms, Almasi ball room and all other public areas
• Extra wide corridors throughout the hotel

Accessible Areas:

• Kibo Lobby Lounge, Zafarani All Day Dining Restaurant, Hamilton's Gastropub
• Outdoor pool 
• Zen Spa 
• Gift shop access
• Meeting rooms and Almasi ballroom

Where is Johari Rotana located?

Johari Rotana is located in the heart of the Dar es Salaam Central Business District, close to the port harbour and is opposite the Zanzibar Ferry.

What is the address of Johari Rotana?

The address for Johari Rotana is:

Sokoine Drive
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania

Which popular attractions are close to Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana’s prime location is in close proximity to the below tourist attractions:
• Historical German colonial churches
• St. Joseph Cathedral
• Azania Front Lutheran Church
• National Museum
• House of Culture
• Village Museum
• Kivukoni Fish Market
• Askari Monument
• Botanical Gardens
• Mbudya Island
• Bongoyo Island
• Slipway Shopping Centre
• Coco Beach
• Tinga Tinga Art Market
• Zanzibar Ferry

How far is Johari Rotana from the centre of Dar es Salaam?

Johari Rotana is located in the Dar es Salaam CBD.

How far is Johari Rotana from the beach?

Johari Rotana's prime location is on the shore of the Indian Ocean.

How long has Johari Rotana been open?

Johari Rotana first started welcoming guests in November 2019.

What are some of the property amenities at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana is a 5-star luxury hotel offering the following amenities:
• 193 hotel rooms and suites
• 60 luxury serviced apartments
• 4 dining restaurants and bars
• Fully equipped modern gym
• Outdoor infinity swimming pool
• Spa with a steam room and sauna room
• 6 fully equipped meeting rooms and an 816 sqm ballroom
• Laundry and dry-cleaning services
• Accessible hotel rooms
• Free car parking

What are some of the room amenities at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana has a number of room amenities, such as:
• Fibre Optic WiFi internet connection
• Multi-channel satellite TVs
• IP Phones and voicemail
• Complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities
• In-room safe
• Mini-bar fridge
• Iron and ironing board
• Hairdryer
• Kitchenette (suites only)

What languages are spoken by staff at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana has a multilingual team that can speak several languages including English, Swahili, Chinese, and Russian.

What food and drink options are available at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana offers four distinct dining venues offering a range of cuisines. Hamilton’s Gastropub offers British and American dishes in a colonial-inspired pub setting. Noble House offers guests the chance to indulge in authentic Chinese cuisines. Zafarani All Day Dining restaurant offers Mediterranean, Indian, Arabic and Swahili dishes either as a buffet or a la carte. Kibo Lobby Lounge offers guests light meals, pastries, hot drinks and cocktails for guests to enjoy.

Is parking available at Johari Rotana?

Yes, Johari Rotana offers free parking for all hotel guests.

Are there opportunities to exercise at Johari Rotana?

Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club offers a fully equipped gymnasium with state-of-the-art facilities along with a cardiovascular and free weight training area that is open 24 hours a day.

Are any cleaning services offered at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana offers dry cleaning and laundry services at an additional cost.

Does Johari Rotana offer any business services?

Johari Rotana offers a business centre inside the hotel lobby, as well as has 6 fully-equipped meeting rooms and offers fibre optic WiFi to allow guests to stay connected at all times.

Does Johari Rotana have a swimming pool?

Yes, Johari Rotana has an outdoor infinity pool on the 8th floor of the hotel.

Are there any spa facilities at Johari Rotana?

Zen Spa at Johari Rotana is available by appointment only and is equipped with massage rooms, steam rooms and sauna rooms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Johari Rotana?

Check-in at Johari Rotana is from 02:00 pm, while check out is by 12:00 pm.

What is the phone number of Johari Rotana?

The telephone number for Johari Rotana is: +255 659 070 800. Feel free to contact our friendly and professional team with any questions you may have.

What is the email address of Johari Rotana?

The email addresses for Johari Rotana are: Johari.hotel@rotana.com and Reservations.johari@rotana.com. Our friendly and professional team is here to answer any questions you may have.

How much does it cost to stay at Johari Rotana?

The room rates at Johari Rotana vary on a daily basis but average at around 200USD per night.

How can I get to Johari Rotana from the nearest airport?

Johari Rotana is a 30 minutes drive by car or taxi from Julius Nyerere International Airport.

Does Johari Rotana have an airport shuttle?

Yes, Johari Rotana does provide airport pickup at an additional fee.

Are children allowed at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana welcomes children of all ages but please take note that all children below 18 years need to be accompanied by an adult.

Are there any children's facilities at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana offers a Kid’s Club for children aged 4 - 12. A babysitting service is also available but should be booked 24 hours in advance. A baby sleeping cot can be requested at the time of booking.

Can you smoke inside Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana has a non-smoking policy in the rooms, however, guests can smoke at the designated smoking areas at the Kibo Lobby Lounge terrace and Hamilton’s Gastropub outdoor sitting area.

Is Johari Rotana dog friendly?

Unfortunately, dogs and pets of any kind are not allowed at Johari Rotana.

Is there a dress code at Johari Rotana?

There is no formal dress code at Johari Rotana.

What type of room can I book at Johari Rotana?

Guests staying at Johari Rotana can book fully furnished hotel rooms and suites, all offering luxury amenities and views over Dar es Salaam or the harbour.

For longer stays, you have the option of booking a fully equipped serviced studio apartment or a one-bedroom serviced apartment with city or harbour views.

What kind of breakfast is served at Johari Rotana?

Johari Rotana offers a buffet of international cuisine for breakfast.

What are the Covid-19 procedures at Johari Rotana?

At Johari Rotana, the health and well-being of our guests and colleagues is an unwavering priority. For this reason, we have strengthened our already stringent health, safety, and cleaning procedures to give you peace of mind during your entire stay at our hotel in Dar es Salaam, including:
• Bedding and feather items are disinfected after each stay
• Aerosol room disinfection after each stay
• Hotel rooms are sealed upon cleaning completion to prevent entry until the guest's arrival
• Bed and bath linen are chemically and thermally cleaned
• Non-essential in-room amenities have been removed and replaced individually for each guest's stay
• Hand sanitiser and disinfection wipes are provided for guests'
• QR Code access to Guest Service Directory
• Contactless laundry collection and delivery
• Meeting rooms are sealed upon completion to prevent entry until attendees’ arrival
• 24 hour doctor-on-call service

What are the health and safety procedures at Johari Rotana?

At Johari Rotana, we are committed to sustaining the health and safety of our guests, colleagues, contractors, suppliers, and visitors; thus, we strive to provide a healthy and safe environment while complying with all applicable local and international regulations. As such, we have introduced the below:
• Contactless check-in and check-out through the Rotana App
• Contactless in-room dining and restaurant menus
• Luggage disinfection upon arrival
• Mandatory wearing of masks by colleagues
• Frequent disinfection of all public areas and high touchpoints
• Thermal screening and temperature checks
• Hand sanitisers are provided for guest use throughout the public areas and within elevators

What is the cancellation policy at Johari Rotana?

The cancellation and payment policy for Johari Rotana is as follows:
• 2:00 pm one day prior: A deposit equal to a 1-night room charge must be received by 14:00Hrs (hotel local time) one day prior to arrival. A payment link will be sent and should be made to secure the booking. In case of non-payment, this booking will be released, and rates and inventory will be subject to availability.
• Guaranteed by credit card: If amended/cancelled after 14:00Hrs (hotel local time) one day prior to arrival or in case of no-show, 100% of the first night’s room charge will be charged to the credit card provided at the time of booking.
• Pre-Payment - Non-refundable: 100% of the entire stay will be charged at the time of booking. A payment link will be sent and should be made within 24 hours to secure the booking. In the event of non-payment, the booking will be subject to availability, and rates subject to change.
• Guaranteed by Company: Free cancellation until 14:00Hrs (hotel local time) one day prior to arrival. In the event of late cancellation or no-show, 100% of the first night’s room charges will be charged to the company credit facility.