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
"Good, reasonably priced Dar hotel"
"Southern Sun Dar review"
"Oasis in busy Dar"
The garden and terrace were marvelous and allowed a wonderful break during visiting, recovering from the flights and preparing for safari.
The staff was very welcoming and helpful in helping us organize some local activities." See all these reviews: 7n in Tanzania; 6n in Zanzibar
"Southern Sun Dar review"
"Pleasant Stay"
Food was excellent and the staff very keen to help us with anything we needed." See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania
"Southern Sun Dar review"
Also it stank, and I mean stank, of paint. It had just been painted they informed us, but we both had difficulty going to sleep and felt sick when we woke up. Imagine repainting your bedroom and not airing it at all and then trying to go to sleep like that and you will get the picture.
Service was fine" See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania
"A Short Stay at Southern Sun"
"Nice hotel in good location"
Good standard of room and breakfast." See all these reviews: 12n in Tanzania; 5n in Rwanda
"Southern Sun Dar review"
The staff were professional and the rooms were comfortable. It's not too far from the airport." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania
"Very short stay, but very nice hotel!"
It's a bit of a drive to the hotel but it was nice to take in some of the sights, sounds and smells of Dar. This was my first time travelling to Tanzania (Africa too) and the Southern Sun was a nice first stop. The staff was welcoming and the room was comfortable.
I did not get a chance to look at the grounds of the hotel but the hotel itself was nice and in a nice area." See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
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