Cefa Hostel
About this hotel
Located in City of Dar es Salaam, this lovely hotel for RÂ 1,448 per night is a great option for your next vacation. Set in Dar es Salaam, 400 metres from Msasani Beach, Cefa Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of City of Dar es Salaam
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(141 Reviews)
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7.0
Manager and staff always on hand and helpful with a pleasant manner. Room always clean tidy and well presented.
Location also good with easy access to beach, shopping malls , gyms and local transport
No comments to make
7.0
The personal are very friendly, also Roberta wanted to help us immediatly when we asked for. The dinner was very good even the breakfast was fine. The terrace is sooo beautiful and fresh.
The A/C didnt work but there was a fan which helped. The bed was okay but could be better.
9.0
Roberta is a great host, has simple but very ample rooms, clean, great value for money, and location, rooftop lounge and food court. Breakfast is basic and morning sunshine was good too. Dinner option exists and it's very good home made food, at unbeatable cost. Laundry service great and quick as I had to part in a hurry. exceptional. I will go back. Plus you only met cool guests, explorers, obviously many Italians which added to the charm and soul. Breakfast included. The building was kind of colonial era style. the place had its charm.
The rooftop lounge could be more comfortable to hang out, wifi was not good everywhere, breakfast elements like omelet offered even at additional cost would be an upgrade.
7.0
The staff was very nice and helpful. Roberta took time to give us many hints and information. Nice stay for a good price!
8.0
The flexibility offered to us when we missed our flight🙏👌
The breakfast caused me stomach pain
5.0
The facilities on it own is okay, but the environment was not okay for me.
Bushes we're all around the environment I was expecting the ground to be clear too
8.0
Super clean,lot of space
Beds are a bit small
7.0
Good location. I felt very safe - I was travelling alone with two children (teenagers). Staff helpful. I found the room comfortable and adequate - the boys wanted more!
The breakfast wasn’t great but a short walk/bus ride away was a great breakfast (for the boys).
8.0
The terrace is quite wonderful when you step out of the room.
The fact that they say they accept credit cards and then add a 3% surcharge when you pay with it – they should communicate this clearly that credit cards are only accepted with a surcharge.
8.0
The hotel is near the beach area so location is fine. There is a swimming pool good size on the premises
Nothing to complain about
8.0
The staff is very nice and the structure is well kept.
8.0
It was peaceful being out of central Dar but had everything needed. Didn’t serve beer but could buy in the shop opposite if wanted
Food was mixed - chicken and rice was fine but others esp pasta/western was bland and needed much more seasoning.
10.0
Loved everything and everyone. The terrace it's the cherry on top of the cake!
8.0
Simple but good breakfast served on the roof terrace. Relaxed and comfortable
I was happy with all aspects of my stay
4.0
friendly personnel
water of shower on bathroom floor;
airco is not good;
bread at breakfast is very dry;
Presence of cats around the table during meals is inconvenient.
The owner/manager gave wrong information about the availability of luxurious buses with toilets inside.
10.0
Great staff and amazing hostess.
nothing
2.0
I liked the location
For the price they charge it should have a TV...also in the bathroom there is no toilet assistant..
8.0
They were helpful as I came in super late and left quite early in the morning. They accommodated my needs well and were super polite and pleasant. I'd recommend them for short stays.
8.0
The bathroom was spacious and water was nicely hot. The breakfast was delicious and staff was very friendly. I also really enjoyed the location, removed from the expat bubbles but still close to everything needed.
The WiFi didn't work on the terrace. And breakfast table was pre-set for all guests in one table. Even if that is nice to boost communication between guests it is not super pleasant if you are on a "solo day" and actually need to go to the table and take your things to a different table. The curtains in the room could also be improved, as there is a lot of light coming in early morning.
10.0
I loved everything about the place. Location is great, in neigbourhood Mikocheni, very safe area and only 15min far by bajaji from Coco Beach. Breakfast is tasty and everyday different. Rooms are big and very clean and also toilet inside with hot water ;) you can also have dinner there for 15000 tzs and laundry for 10000tzs. Is a piece of heaven in the middle of chaotic Dar es Salam!
8.0
A nice quiet place to stay.
Nothing.
9.0
Owner / manager was very helpful. Food was good.
10.0
Warm welcoming, efficient service, kindness and availability. A very cosy corner where to rest and know nice people in a very good location in Dar Es Salaam. Highly suggested!
9.0
Excellent budget accommodation. The staff is great, helpful and welcoming and the management is full of (great) advice to travelers. Rooms are basic, but clean with mosquito nets, fan and A/C, hot shower, and very strong WiFi (in the room). The location is very peaceful/safe and is also very convenient for researchers or students willing to stay for a longer period of time. Last, there is a very nice view on Dar from the rooftop.
8.0
Good value, very friendly staff. Beautiful and classic building and terrace.
No option to have boiled water in the room (but the staff brought hot water to the terrace) . No internet signal on the terrace. Beds a bit short and mattress too soft.
9.0
Very lovely staff
Tasty food for a very affordable price !!
Quite small shower
10.0
The staff is amazing, the food is amazing, the place is quiet and cozy. I don't think you can ask anything else. It's far from the center, so not ideal if you need to go a lot in the downtown, but if you don't mind the downtown that much and just want to relax, it's the best. I stayed here just after arrival and loved it
I got once stuck at night. I couldn't leave the property. They have a security guy hired but he might have been sleeping or something because I couldn't find him. I talked about it with the staff and they provided me with the security guard's phone number. Still, was a bit strange
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in City of Dar es Salaam?
The average price for a rental in City of Dar es Salaam is RÂ 1,239 per night. This rental is RÂ 209 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cefa Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Cefa Hostel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cefa Hostel?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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