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Saadani Tourist Center - Hostel - Dar Es Salaam - Property amenity
Saadani Tourist Center - Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
6.9Okay(99)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$43+
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Gallivanters Hostel - Dar Es Salaam - Pool
Gallivanters Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
8.3Very Good(243)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
$61+
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L&J Modern Backpackers Kinondoni - Dar Es Salaam - Bedroom
L&J Modern Backpackers Kinondoni
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
8.8Very Good(421)
Free Wi-Fi
$27+
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Mgulani Lodge Hotel - Dar Es Salaam
Mgulani Lodge Hotel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
7.4Good(100)
Free Wi-Fi
$51+
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The Nest Haven Hostel - Dar Es Salaam
The Nest Haven Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
7.9Good(102)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$27+
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Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel - Dar Es Salaam
Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
8.0Very Good(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$30+
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Dar Es Salaam hostels near the city centre

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Safari Inn - Dar Es Salaam
Safari Inn
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
6.2Okay(759)
$30+
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Sunday offers the lowest rates in Dar Es Salaam, with an average nightly price of $37. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $73.
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