About Us

Welcome to the Neighborhood!

Long-term residents of Dar es Salaam will fondly remember Hotel Karibu, meaning “warm welcome” in Swahili. For much of the 1990s, it was one of the few prominent hotels in the city and the only well-established hotel in the Oyster Bay/Msasani Peninsula neighborhood of Dar es Salaam. Back then, the Msasani Peninsula was a quiet expat residential suburb, and Hotel Karibu offered a charming retreat with social activities and entertainment. Over time, however, the hotel lost its identity amidst the rapid development and growth of the city.

Today, freshly renovated and under new management, the hotel has been reborn as the Peninsula Hotel – a stylish neighborhood boutique hotel with 45 spacious rooms, providing modern comfort, convenience, and security.

The leafy Msasani Peninsula has transformed into a vibrant and eclectic neighborhood, a walkable community that’s home to the city’s exclusive restaurants, al-fresco bars, and prominent diplomatic and corporate offices. Our hotel’s prime location on Haile Selassie Road places you close to all the amenities of the area, as well as the lively Coco Beach scene.

Loyalty is our biggest asset. Peninsula Hotel is a "home away from home" for our repeat guests, who return time and again for our warm and personalized service, spacious and comfortable rooms, and highly desired convenient location. As a true neighborhood hotel, we are proud to be frequently recommended by local residents to their friends, families, and business associates.

Karibu to Peninsula Hotel – where our warm welcome and neighborhood spirit make every stay unforgettable!

Peninsula Hotel Dar es Salaam (T/A Hotel Peninsula Boutique) is owned and operated by Coral Beach Club Limited.

At Coral Beach Club Limited, we are a homegrown Tanzanian hospitality group dedicated to creating uniquely curated boutique hotels that serve as havens amidst the hustle and bustle of urban African life. Our mission is to empower local talent, provide our guests with authentic and memorable stays, and positively impact the communities we serve. We believe city and business hotels don’t have to be boring—they can be vibrant, convivial, and professional while celebrating the unique essence of Tanzania.

Our Approach and Journey is driven by our Core Values:

We are Convivial

We exude a naturally bubbly and sociable Tanzanian vitality

We are Ourselves

We are not actors on a stage. We are real people, interacting with other real people.

We are Driven

We have a thirst to do the best we can do to achieve our set goals, and to do better the next time. We don’t understand the phrase ‘good enough’!

We are Enterprising

We employ our resourcefulness to find practical solutions. We never stand still, we must continually ideate.

We are proud of our progress but always strive to do continuously better, guided by purpose, ethics, and a drive to improve. Here’s how we’re making a difference:

Empowering Local Talent: We uplift and train local hospitality talent, helping them become A Players and supporting their growth and development.

Celebrating Local Culture: We reflect local culture by sourcing art, products, and supplies from local vendors, fostering innovation and community ties.

Sustainable Sourcing: Over 90% of our food is locally and sustainably sourced, with efforts to reduce waste through composting, donations, and urban gardens.

Reducing Plastic: We’ve cut back plastic use by banning plastic bags, adopting non-plastic bottled water, and using eco-friendly takeaway packaging.

Giving Back: We support vetted charitable programs and local initiatives to positively impact our community.

Conserving Water: Our water-efficient laundry machines and wet-cleaning methods reduce waste and harmful chemicals.

Energy Efficiency: We’re working toward greater energy efficiency with plans for solar energy and LED lighting.

Our journey continues, and we’re grateful for your support as we strive to do better every day.