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Ideal Hotel

2.5 star property

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Staircase

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Ungoni Street, Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyumba ya Sanaa
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Askari Monument
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Bathroom | Shower, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Deluxe Room

  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Ideal Hotel places you next to Vijana Mall and within a 15-minute walk of Kariakoo Market. This 34-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Askari Monument - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St Joseph's Cathedral - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Muchachos Fast Food - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pappa Roti - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Tea Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ideal Hotel

Ideal Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15 per vehicle one way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer slippers and bathrobes.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ideal Hotel Dar es Salaam
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Ideal Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ideal Hotel?

Ideal Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Ideal Hotel?

This hotel is located in Dar es Salaam, just steps from Vijana Mall. You'll also find Kariakoo Market and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Ideal Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Ideal Hotel have a casino?

No, Ideal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ideal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Ideal Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include 24-hour room service, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Ideal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ideal Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ideal Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Ideal Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ideal Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Ideal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Ideal Hotel?

The closest major airport to Ideal Hotel is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 6.8 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ideal Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ideal Hotel.

Ideal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Below average hotel

Several issues with my room, most important being no hot water or wifi as they have stated in their ad. They also say they have an airport shuttle for 15USD each way, that is incorrect as the guy changed his mind and charged me 25USD. Would never recommend this hotel, you're better off paying an extra $5 somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

AndrewL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible, Management clear stole from me. Never book this hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Liked: Staff & service
it was average i was not expecting what i find,i was thinking it is a three start hotel or something better but not.It is good for the backpackers or those that travel for months away from home.The location is ok within the CBD. The food is also good.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have enough facilities for spending comfortable. Good cost performance and enough service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

The shuttle waited patiently for us while we bought our visa and waited to get our luggage at the airport. The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018