Reviews of Southern Sun
Wildlife sightings and reviews
179 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Southern Sun and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Welcome travel break !"
"Southern Sun Dar review"
Nothing special, but it was clean and friendly and was perfectly OK for an overnight stay." See all these reviews: 13n in Tanzania
"Southern Sun Dar review"
The airport transfers were seamless which is the main thing, room clean and food decent. They even left us a bottle of sparkling wine for our honeymoon. Definitely recommended for a one-night stop." See all these reviews: 17n in Tanzania
"Comfortable room before our safari"
The beds were comfortable and the rooms well-air conditioned. The food at the restaurant was very good." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania
"Well located, friendly and comfortable"
Comfortable rooms, although the corridor on our floor had a slight damp smell" See all these reviews: 14n in Tanzania
"Comfortable and convenient"
Enjoyed both our dinner and the buffet breakfast." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania; 4n in Zanzibar
"Very suitable overnight hotel"
About 30 minutes to the airport (provided you are not at rush hour heading into Dar)" See all these reviews: 6n in Zanzibar; 5n in Tanzania
"Very nice hotel, very helpful staff"
The room was clean, roomy enough, and we had a lovely view of the botanical gardens." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania
"Southern Sun Dar review"
We got our bags delivered to the room quickly. They were satisfied with the tips we gave them. And all that can be said for the service the next morning. The breakfast was good." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania
"Southern Sun Dar review"
Hotel services were excellent and a good restaurant. When we could not shop on our final day due to terrorist concerns in shopping area, the hotel was so gracious in welcoming us back and allowing us to hang out till our flight departed for Amsterdam." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania
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