The Southern Sun is situated in Dar es Salaam within walking distance of the central business district and located on the border of the Botanical Gardens.

This hotel has 152 well appointed rooms, including 2 suites, all with en suite bathrooms.  All rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, wifi, safe and tea and coffee making facilities.

Breakfast and lunch are served in the Kivulini Restaurant which overlooks the outdoor swimming pool and Botanical Gardens.  Meals are available all day with a fusion of Swahili and continental cuisine in the Baraza Grill, Café and Bar.  There is also a gym and gift shop.  There is 24 hour room service, laundry and dry cleaning servces.

There is a nearby jogging route, golf and tennis.