Located within a few steps of Msasani Beach and 1.7 km of Coco Beach in Dar es Salaam, The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse provides accommodation with seating area. This bed and breakfast features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge. The bed and breakfast also offers an indoor pool and a public bath for guests to relax in. A car rental service is available at The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse. Yacht Club Beach is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while Tanzania National Stadium is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Julius Nyerere International, 17 km from The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Dar es Salaam
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  • Ute
    Germany Germany
    The rooms are beautifully decorated. The bed is very comfortable. The staff is super nice. Great location in Msasani, close to a lot of nice restaurants and coffee shops.
  • Tidoy
    Germany Germany
    Returning to this place always feels like visiting family. Cleanliness was invented here. All breakfast ingredients are fresh. Bed comfortable and sound sleep. Location on point.
  • Simon
    South Africa South Africa
    Extremely clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Alexandra

Company review score: 9.7Based on 119 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I am not present at the property every day, but every Sunday you are sure to find me. I am always close by for guests in case of questions or need of assistance.

Property information

Welcome to our Boutique Bed&Breakfast “The Place to B&B” on the rim of Masaki/the Peninsula in Dar es Salaam. Take a refreshing dip in our indoor pool (7 x 3.5 meters) which is connected to our private garden where you can relax on one of our sunbeds. The house consists of 4 self contained double rooms of different sizes with bath and shower which all include: Fridge, water cooker, coffee & tea, flatscreen cable TV, good Wifi, new air conditioners, cotton bed linen, workplace/desk, seating area, hairdryer available on request.

Neighbourhood information

We are situated on a prime location on the rim of Masaki/the Peninsula in Dar es Salaam. Just a few meters from the Indian ocean. A sunset walk on the beach is a few steps away just like one of Dar's best restaurants.

Languages spoken

English,Dutch,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Private pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Dutch
  • Swahili

House rules

The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 19:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 19:00:00.

FAQs about The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse

  • The prices at The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse is 3.7 miles from the centre of Dar es Salaam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Temporary art galleries
    • Public Bath
    • Swimming Pool
    • Beach

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at The Place to B&B - The Poolhouse include:

    • Double