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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy 2 outdoor pools and white sand beach

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2 outdoor pools
On the beach, white sand
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Changani, Kigamboni, Kutani, Dar es Salaam
  • Changani Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Dar-es-Salaam Zoo
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Royal Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 225 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kutani

At Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Changani Beach and 17.4 km (10.8 mi) from Inner Sinda. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and steam room. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Kutani hotel you'll find Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Changani Beach - 7 min walk
  • Dar-es-Salaam Zoo - 35 min drive
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 42 min drive
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 44 min drive
  • Kariakoo Market - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪amani beach restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

Beachside hotel to enjoy 2 outdoor pools and white sand beach
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a steam room, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Kutani hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets. This Kutani hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Aya Sophia Garden Hotel Kutani
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Hotel
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Kutani
Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Hotel Kutani

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Yep, Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Yep, Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Changani Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel have a pool?

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

Does Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

No, Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aya Sophia was a perfect add on to our south beach stay when visiting Dar. Visiting the animals was a perfect way for our kids to see them without the crazy prices of a safari park (as a foreigner). Great rooms, gardens and the restaurant food (we ate curry) was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Time off
This is the perfect place to relax. Everything was first class. The views, beach, zoo, was all amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mwalingakana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo, Laguna Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Restaurant was under staffed and orders from menu took a long time but the attitude of staff made up for it. Very clean place and accommodate most request in a reasonable amount of time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nivedh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The zoo was better than expectations. Petting the giraffes was extraordinary!! The animals are well maintained and the experience was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will never use Expedia ever again. Made me pay for my stay twice. Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melchior

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024