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Rainbow Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Dar es Salaam with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk

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Deluxe Twin Room
Reception hall
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
View from property

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Apartment | Living area

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Apartment | Living area

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
1900/59 Morogoro Road, City Centre, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Tanzania - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Forodhani - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪kt shop - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rainbow Hotel

Hotel located in Kisutu
At Rainbow Hotel, you can look forward to a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. The on-site Indian cuisine restaurant, Mirch Masala, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a reception hall
  • Barbecues, a lift and tour/ticket information
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and free newspapers
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Swahili, Urdu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 15 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mirch Masala

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Rainbow Hotel Dar es Salaam
Rainbow Dar es Salaam
Rainbow Hotel Hotel
Rainbow Hotel Dar es Salaam
Rainbow Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainbow Hotel?

As of 23 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Hotel on 24 June 2025 start from AU$70.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rainbow Hotel?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rainbow Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Rainbow Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rainbow Hotel located?

Located in Kisutu, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Le Grande Casino, St Joseph's Cathedral and Atiman House. Askari Monument and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Rainbow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 76 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great location for a hotel with restaurants and the ferry to Zanzibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Nice hotel near the Ferry Terminal
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

A nice hotel, the staff is very friendly and helpful around the clock. Clean rooms and good service. Tasty breakfast and a good selection of fresh food in the restaurant. The location is excellent (downtown, close to bus stop, many shops and restaurants nearby) but still quiet enough at night. I stayed for two weeks and would definitely come again.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Good experience.. staff was peasant and very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Good view of the street below. Good place for airport transit overnight stay. I will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Safe & Convenient downtown location for travel to Arusha and Zanzibar. Within walking distance of amenities. Very kind and accommodating manager & staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

This is a safe, reliable and helpful place to stay close to the town centre. I always stay here. It’s good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10

Decent hotel as expected from Lonely Planets description. Friendly staff, rooms clean and basic. You have a fan and AC which is a plus. Hot water was quite reliable. Standard good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10

My body itches when I am in bed. No folds in the sheets = does that mean they haven't been changed for a long time? After the itching, I looked at the reviews and found many hygiene-related reviews. This is true, e.g. stains on towels. The location is great, close to the ferry terminal, but there is room for improvement in terms of hygiene. The building is old, but I understand that they are trying to improve it. Do they cut corners in areas that are not visible?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10

No air conditioning in the main area of the hotel. Its more like a hostel than a hotel and that too of 1 star. Bed sheets were dirty n had hair in them. Floor was dusty, towels were brown from being worn out. The windows are not noise canceling so you hear all the noise from the street. There were huge cobwebs in most corners of the room. The tv is 17 inches and all the furniture is way too worn out to be even used. Stay as far away from this place as possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10

The stay was characterised by a nice welcome at the reception. The room is clean but aircon, TV and water heater were not working. The room was extra hot and no bottle of water is offered, neither coffee/tea making utensils. What affected me most are the mosquitoes, I couldn't sleep. While the infrastructure is good, management is doing little to keep the standard. The breakfast is generally not good for a 3 star hotel.
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