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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel

★★★★★ Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel, Changani, Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, TZ

8.6 guest rating· 95 reviews

The five stars

Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 8.6/10 across 95 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious 5-Star Beachfront Retreat

Escape to Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel in Dar es Salaam for a lavish 5-star experience by the beach. Indulge in the serene garden, unwind in the shared lounge, and savor delectable meals at the on-site restaurant.

Wellness Oasis and Family Fun

Discover ultimate relaxation at the spa and wellness center equipped with a fitness center, outdoor pool, sauna, and terrace. Families will delight in the kids' club and playground, while guests can explore the area with cycling activities.

Elegant Rooms with Spectacular Views

Each room at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel boasts modern amenities including air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony with sea views. Enjoy 24-hour room service and multilingual staff for a seamless stay.

Plan your luxurious beachfront getaway at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel today!

Rooms & rates

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Royal Villa

Sleeps 4 · Double bed, Twin bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Private pool</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathrobes, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Luxury Villa

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathrobes, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Villa

Sleeps 2 · 225 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>2422-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathrobes, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Villa

Sleeps 4 · Double bed, Twin bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 2 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

One-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 2 · 225 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The spacious villa provides soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 4 · 225 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

The private pool is the standout feature of this villa. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. The spacious villa features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 2 · 225 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The spacious villa features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 4 · 225 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. The spacious villa provides soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
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  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Bike tours
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Children's playground
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Public Bath
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Steam room
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel, Changani, Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, TZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say8.695 reviews

+ Exceptional location+ Animals well taken care of− Poor food quality− Disappointing service interactions
Cleanliness8.8
Service8.8
Location10.0
Room Quality9.2
Amenities8.8
Value for Money7.2

Guest review

2.0

− Honestly, so disappointed at the service at this hotel. We paid for the entire.It took over 3 hours to check into our room and we ended up not even being in the correct room despite paying for a beach front villa and getting a sea front. The managers argued with us and we were also overcharged at the end. There was no communication, lack of accountability and to top it off, the quality of service is one that I have never experienced before. They were quick to take our money but unable to provide quality of service that was promised. I would stay clear of here.

Naresh · US · 2026-07-13

Will not return again

3.0

Hello, I am requesting a refund for my reservation at Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel in Kigamboni. I would like to emphasize that this is not a complaint about the hotel staff or the property itself. The staff were extremely friendly, professional, and genuinely tried their best to convince us to stay. However, after arriving and checking in, we discovered that the access road to the hotel was far rougher and more difficult than we reasonably expected. We were traveling in a small passenger vehicle, not a 4x4, and became concerned about the risk of vehicle damage and the possibility of being unable to safely leave the property if weather conditions worsened. As a result, we decided to leave approximately 40 minutes after checking in. We did not spend the night, did not sleep in the room, and did not meaningfully use the accommodation. Our concern was not with the hotel itself, but with the lack of prior disclosure regarding the challenging access road and the practical need for a more suitable vehicle under such conditions. Had we known this information before booking, we would have selected a different property. Given that we departed shortly after arrival and did not stay overnight, I respectfully request a full refund as a goodwill gesture. Thank you for your time and consideration.

− Friendly staff

Zoubi · US · 2026-06-18

Our stay was superb since it was kids friendly.

8.0

Cleanliness, kid friendly, Staff, the animals, pool and bike rides.

− No entertainment or activities after dinner.

Said · TZ · 2026-05-07

Excellent stay

9.0

The stay was cool

− The view is amazing

Galgano · TZ · 2026-04-04

Guest review

4.0

Location and room were exceptional. The animals are well taken care of.

− Disappointed with the way the staff interacted with me for the stay as well as the booking and checkout experience. Was also not happy with breakfast. No buffet.

Nivedh · IN · 2025-11-28

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Aya Sophia Villa Garden Hotel really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

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