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Rainbow Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Deluxe Twin Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Indian cuisine

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Explore the area

Map
1900/59 Morogoro Road, City Centre, Dar es Salaam
  • St Joseph's Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Askari Monument
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Apartment | Living area

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Apartment | Living area

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use

Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

Rainbow Hotel places you steps from Le Grande Casino and within a 10-minute stroll of Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Mirch Masala, serves Indian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Kisutu hotel include St Joseph's Cathedral and Atiman House.

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 12 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 17 min walk
  • Kariakoo Market - 18 min walk
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 4 min drive

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 with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rainbow Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Built in 2010
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Rainbow Hotel offers 75 accommodations with complimentary slippers and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Swahili, Urdu

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
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

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)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Rainbow Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • One child aged 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Rainbow Hotel?

Rainbow Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainbow Hotel?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Hotel on 22 Mar 2025 start from NZ$89.52, 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.

Is parking available at Rainbow Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Rainbow Hotel?

The closest beach to Rainbow Hotel is Kijiji Beach (5.9 km).

Does Rainbow Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rainbow Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rainbow Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Rainbow Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves Indian cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rainbow Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rainbow Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Rainbow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 74 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

2/10 Terrible

Dur-E-Aden, waterdown

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Lynchburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a hotel with restaurants and the ferry to Zanzibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jafar

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor - tap did not work- water flood in washroom-m
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Abiola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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 Excellent

evelyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

JOHN

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rainbow Hotel Dar es Salaam
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Mohamed

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe and helpful
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

6/10 Okay

Hitendra

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Amanda L.

Dorm style rooms
I wanted to move to another hotel bc it is a dorm shared room hotel. Since no one was there with COVID, the owner accommodated me to my own room. It is basic and inexpensive for a night transit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do Yourself a Favor Do Not Stay at Rainbow Hotel
Our stay in the Executive 2 bedroom apartment at Rainbow hotel was absolutely TERRIBLE . It was filthy dirty with bad odor and dust all over the place. The fridge had mold and very smelly. The concierge attendant who accompanied us upstairs was in shock and quickly went to get a broom to sweep the floor and dust off the tables . The windows weren’t able to open for fresh air. There were no toilet paper. The bedsheets were dirty and smelly. There were stains all over the walls. It was really disappointing. The AC weren’t working the front desk lady had to come up with the remote to turn them on. Thank god We only stayed there for one night since we were in transit after a long road trip from Mombasa Kenya. I would NOT recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Anna

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rainbow
Very very basic hotel, 2/5 star. Big room, clean sheets. Worn out washroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AWESOME PLACE TO STAY AT A BARGAIN PRICE I stayed here 5 different times in on my five-week holiday to Tanzania, each time in a different room. All of them were clean and well kept, the wi-fi worked great and the hot water was better than even the more expensive places I’ve stayed at. Located within easy walking distance to the Zanzibar Ferry, Kivukoni BRT Bus Terminal and three of the best restaurants for barbequed chicken in all of Tanzania. But the best thing about the Rainbow Hotel is the Service. The manager was great for information and when he didn’t have the answers, he would find out for me. He set up my Covid test then had one of his employee’s walk me to the three different places I needed to go to have the sample taken. Thank You Mahmedhasim I would not have been able to get it done before my flight without your help!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
they dont treat customer with dignity they are buller
Stayed 24 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

RJS, Boston

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rainbow hotel was an excellent place to stay for affordability in the heart of the cbd. Easy walk to colonial sights; you'll need a taxi or uber to Masaki. Manager at front desk extremely capable and always available to help; friendly bell staff. Clean room, powerful AC, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s close to the ferry to Zanzibar. The rooms are nice, and is close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good to be at Rainbow Hotel
It was generally good, quite place in the evening and good breakfast and friendly personnel. We enjoyed staying at Rainbow Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in convenient and safe central neighborhood (within walking distance to the Zanzibar ferry though the hotel also offers free van transfer to the pier). As a budget option for a private room, I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is old but kept clean. Breakfast could be better. The room was okay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019