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White Sands Resort & Conference Centre

4.0 star property
Resort with private beach and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Standard King
Gym

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Africana Road, Jangwani Beach, Dar es Salaam
  • Jangwani Beach
    2 min walk
  • Water World
    3 min walk
  • Bongoyo Island
    5 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    73 min drive

Room options

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment Sea view

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment Sea view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin

Standard Twin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard King

Standard King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment Garden View

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking, Sea View

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Superior Room, Non Smoking, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Exterior
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Free WiFi
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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Dar es Salaam

A family-friendly stay in Dar es Salaam awaits you at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre. Within steps you'll find Jangwani Beach and Water World within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body scrubs. The restaurant, Mchanga, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Upepo is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Spend the day at the private beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site free water park and gym. Business amenities include 16 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, an indoor tennis court and a Turkish bath/hammam. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 4-property class Dar es Salaam resort you'll find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Jangwani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Water World - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wet n Wild Water Park - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 23 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Bahari Beach - 41 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min drive
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fyatanga Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kahawa Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Africana Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Triple Seven Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Juliana Pub/hotel! - ‬4 min drive

About this property

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre

Resort with private beach and full-service spa
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At White Sands Resort & Conference Centre, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a complimentary water park, a children's pool and a health club. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dar es Salaam resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1993
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
White Sands Resort & Conference Centre offers 143 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Dar es Salaam resort provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Languages

Arabic, English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Mchanga
  • Mchanga Bar
  • Pizzeria
  • Upepo

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 20 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

Property is also known as

Hotel White Sands
White Sands Dar Es Salaam
White Sands Hotel Dar Es Salaam
Hotel White Sands Resort Dar es Salaam
Hotel White Sands Resort
White Sands Hotel And Dar Es Salaam
Hotel White Sands Beach Resort Dar es Salaam
Hotel White Sands Beach Resort
White Sands Beach Dar es Salaam
Hotel White Sands Resort Conference Centre
Hotel White Sands The Beach Resort
White Sands & Conference
Hotel White Sands The Beach Resort
White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Resort
White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Dar es Salaam
White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Resort Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre on 29 Nov 2024 start from NZ$225.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yep, White Sands Resort & Conference Centre has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yep, White Sands Resort & Conference Centre is a short 2-minute walk from Jangwani Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and snorkelling. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs and hot stone massages.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have a pool?

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre features a private beach, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes White Sands Resort & Conference Centre a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre.

Is White Sands Resort & Conference Centre family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that White Sands Resort & Conference Centre is a hit with families.

Does White Sands Resort & Conference Centre serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at White Sands Resort & Conference Centre?

No, pets are not allowed.

White Sands Resort & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 125 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Brad

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The resort itself was nice, however it is loud and the service is extremely bad, waiting almost 30min for beverages when it's empty. The customer service was poor and only 1/10 staff speak English ( we are bilingual) causing a lot of incorrect orders. All in all it is absolutely not worth the 1000s of dollars we spent on it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Munawar

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The beach had so much trash from the city. It was impossible to swim in the ocean. I am shocked that this hotel has not been shutdown just purely from health concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

pankaj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience and great rooms. Restaurant was quite slow to bring food after ordering so not great if you dining with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Neema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cleanlines place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hashim

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Well maintained outside, nice pools, nice beach, overall it is good hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

JUMANNE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A jewel in Dar es Salaam
We loved White Sands Resort. We were six people in two one-bedroom apartments with a connecting door, just perfect for us. The kitchens were convenient, however one was not stocked at all and the other just had a few plates and a couple of forks and spoons. We didn't plan to do much cooking so didn't say anything about it, but probably the staff would have responded had we asked. Otherwise, the stay was perfect with excellent air conditioning and two pools plus lovely beach walks to choose from. Breakfast buffet was remarkable and got us started each day!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noises due to wedding parties right infront of the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUMA

Liked: Staff & service
Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

tina

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yustina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Provide mosquito nets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julius, Aurora

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Great service every time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

VALANDIA, Akron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful staff and service in every way
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Clive

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
White sands
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

hirut

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murtaza

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Toussaint

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
- Satisfaction from the personnel services - Beach needs cleanup

4/10 Poor

Dennis

8/10 Good

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Frankfurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Antony

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property had many changes since I was last there and it looked fantastic and very trendy and homely. The room was good but we never managed to get a hot shower. Staff were all very friendly, but other than breakfast the food really wasn’t great and very slow service. It’s a shame that these things let the hotel down as they could easily be rectified.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful location, friendly staff, and great amenities. Above all, when my flight was rescheduled from midday to 8 pm they had no qualms about extending my stay at no cost to 6 pm. Super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

D'andra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing , deepak the food manager is amazing. White sands has boats to the island but they take your money and leave you there 2 days in a row the boat man did that I had to come with another resort boat . There was cockroaches all over the bathroom the more you clean it the more roaches come . White sands was my favourite resort now it’s run down , they advertise a spa when we booked a massage the spa employees did not show and it was out last night in dar es Salam , the owner tried to tell us to pay for transport for another massage therapist to come . I’m sorry because your staff does not show up why should we pay the transport . White sands definitely needs upper management to get involved with thease issues . It’s become a local resort now. But it’s very upsetting that the boat leaves you stranded on the island . It’s even more embarrassing begging another resort to let you in to walk 10 mins on the road to get back to white sands as you can not walk on the beach . The room was also very damp and moist my fiancé and I have been bit by ants in the room . The more the cleaner cleaned the more they came . They did offer us an upgrade but I preferred not to take it in order to let others know. I used ti brag to everyone to end a trip in dar es Salam you have to go white sands for peace and the islands but now it’s just a run down hotel should be a 2 star
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021