Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel, Changani, Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
#5 of 95 hotels in Dar es Salaam
Guests' ChoiceBased on 65 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Sarala
TanzaniaNothing to be very specific. It would be better if the condition of the road from the main road to the resort is made well..n during rainy season its so much water logged..
Nice scenic ambiance. .. well equipped rooms. Very cheerful staffs with professional attitude.. food was very good n tasty..chef was so co operative n very willing to serve us, asking our choices... The pools are so well maintained... kids were enjoying the cycling . The interaction at zoo with few animals like zebra, giraffe,impala etc was very touchy especially when u feed them n u r able to touch n feel them.. the experience was amazing... . loved the stay at Aya Sophia 💕
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Oksana
TanzaniaDinner and Breakfast buffer could be better Food overpriced Too much plastic used (all drinks are in a small bottles, no big water bottle available) Pool of the Royal VIlla is not great, not sunbeds available next to the pool Be alert - zebra bites!
Great interaction with animal, good facilities in general, friendly staff Allowed us a late check-in, as we were with 2 kids
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Lucy
BurundiThe WIFI is not so strong in some areas.
Loved everything about it!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Eddie
TanzaniaStaff were a little unprofessional, more training could be done to get them to international standards
Its very serene. The atmosphere is very relaxing
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Raluca_alexandra
United KingdomEverything. A big selling point at Aya Sofia are for sure the animals. They have giraffes, zebras, antelopes, ostriches, all very friendly and great at posing for pictures. Their keepers are extremely knowledgeable, good English, great entertainers, they explain about each species and assist you while you feed the animals. At Aya Sofia there are only a few exclusive beautiful villas located in a perfectly maintained garden. Peacocks and grey crested cranes roam around. Overlooking the sea, there is a big pool and a restaurant The food is fresh and tasty and prepared with love by their very skilful chef. You can spend your days peacefully listening to the sound of the waves while pampered by the staff who is not only highly professional but also extremely kind. They will go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and looked after. Last but not least, the villas are just perfect, equipped with all you need, very very clean and comfortable. High ceilings, tasteful designed, super quality, attention to detail. Aya Sofia is not only a hotel, is an experience. I highly recommend it to anyone who is in the area and would like to spend a few very special days
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Khuzaif
TanzaniaSome bathroom equipments were broken.
The restaurant waiters and zoo men were amazing.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Vinny
TanzaniaThe food could have been better. I think this is the only thing they need to improve on. The breakfast wasn't great and the dinner was mediocre.
Location, facilities, rooms, the zoo and the free bike rides, the sauna, and the swimming pools. These were all excellent! and i would highly recommend.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 5 February 2023
Waseem
TanzaniaAlittle pricy.
All staff’s were very friendly, always smiling The receptionist gave us an extra hour when checking out. The animal guides were very comforting. Villa’s were clean and spacious. Food was very nice. Swimming pool was huge and the environment greenery was beautiful.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 30 January 2023
Samra
TanzaniaFood
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 21 January 2023
Msb
South Africaneed to add a tv in the rooms for royal villa
location , quiet ambiance
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2022
Lesley
TanzaniaHonestly, the wi-fi was on and off🥲 but everything else is on point👌
Breakfast was beyond delicious! The pizza was soo yummy!!! The location is breathtaking for real🥰
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Shabantu
TanzaniaThe food is mediocre. The staff need more training.
The beach and greenery
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Geoffrey
Papua New GuineaFood was restricted to buffet which was not good for us.
Everything was fine, I mean everything. Super service.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Fathiya
TanzaniaDirections are not clear! They need to have clear, seen boards directing from the main road to the hotel gate Easy to get lost Dispensors in the toilet are wrongly labeled! One with soap has been labelled lotion
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Deesha
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Khuzema
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Akil
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Prof
NorwayThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Ismail
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Hms
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Mohamed
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Giuseppe
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Amos
GermanyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Lucas
TanzaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
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