Dar Es Salaam hostels

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Best Dar Es Salaam hostels

These are the best prices for Jul 10 - 17.
Saadani Tourist Center - Hostel - Dar Es Salaam - Property amenity
Saadani Tourist Center - Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
6.9Okay(99)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$29+
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Cefa Hostel - Dar Es Salaam - Bedroom
Cefa Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
8.8Very good(112)
$39+
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L&j modern backpackers BnB - Dar Es Salaam - Bedroom
L&j modern backpackers BnB
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
8.8Very good(478)
Free Wi-Fi
$18+
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Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel - Dar Es Salaam
Nest Haven Homestay-Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
7.7Good(4)
Free Wi-Fi
$20+
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Mgulani Lodge Hotel - Dar Es Salaam
Mgulani Lodge Hotel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
7.4Good(101)
Free Wi-Fi
$39+
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The Nest Haven Hostel - Dar Es Salaam
The Nest Haven Hostel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
7.3Good(111)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$20+
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Dar Es Salaam hostels near the city center

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Safari Inn - Dar Es Salaam
Safari Inn
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
5.4Fair(788)
$23+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Dar Es Salaam

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What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Dar Es Salaam?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Dar Es Salaam, with an average nightly price of $11/night. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at $39/night.

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Low season

High season

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September
May
$18
$16
Cheapest month to stay with an average 55% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 72% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Dar Es Salaam hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Dar Es Salaam, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Dar Es Salaam in September and December.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Dar Es Salaam if you stay on a Saturday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Wednesday.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Dar Es Salaam for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Dar Es Salaam

  • How much is a hostel in Dar Es Salaam for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Dar Es Salaam in the last 3 hours was $10 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was $29. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is $10.

  • How much is a hostel in Dar Es Salaam for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Dar Es Salaam hostel for this weekend for as low as $10. Users have also found 3 star hotels from $10 and 4-star plus hotels from $29.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Dar Es Salaam?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Dar Es Salaam is $37 compared to $119 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Dar Es Salaam?

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