Johari Rotana

Johari Rotana is a striking contemporary five-star hotel located in Dar es Salaam's Central Business District on the Indian Ocean coast. Part of the landmark MNF Square development, it offers convenient access to the port, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, financial district, commercial areas, beaches, and major attractions. Julius Nyerere International Airport is 30 minutes away, and the Central Railway is minutes from the property.

The hotel features 193 luxurious rooms and suites, along with 60 fully serviced apartments, totaling 253 units. Each offers stylish furnishings, smart in-room technology, entertainment, and views of the harbor or skyline. Rooms are air-conditioned and include LED televisions, complimentary wired and wireless internet, cable programming, separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, phones, laptop-compatible safes, and desks. Selected rooms also offer linen service, blackout curtains, and separate living areas, with amenities like a refrigerator, bottled water, instant coffee/tea, hair dryer, bathrobes, and towels.

Guests can choose from four dining venues: Noble House for authentic Chinese delicacies; Zafarani, an all-day dining restaurant showcasing Mediterranean, Indian, Arabic, Swahili, and African cuisine; the Kibo Lobby Lounge for coffee and cocktails; and Hamilton's Gastropub for classic British and American dishes. A poolside bar and halal options are also available. Buffet breakfast is served daily, and 24-hour room service is provided.

For recreation and wellness, the Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club offers a fully equipped gym, outdoor pool, boxing ring, sauna, steam, and massage rooms. Guests can also rejuvenate at Zen the Spa, which provides a full range of spa services, including massages and a salon. An outdoor pool, kids' club, and arcade/game room are also available.

The hotel provides extensive facilities for meetings, events, and special occasions, including weddings, galas, and conferences, featuring the largest hotel ballroom in Tanzania and 9 meeting rooms.

Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, concierge services, luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, dry cleaning/laundry services, and complimentary self-parking. An airport shuttle service is available for a surcharge. The hotel is completely smoke-free, with designated smoking zones. Club Rotana privileges are also offered.