Rainbow Hotel Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Plot No. 1900/59 Morogoro Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Rainbow Hotel is located in the heart of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, approximately 6 miles from Julius Nyerere International Airport. This hotel commenced operations in November 2010 and aims to provide authentic Tanzanian hospitality. Situated in Kisutu, the hotel is close to a vibrant fresh-produce market and offers convenient access to cultural sites and local attractions.

Location

The hotel's location in Kisutu offers guests easy access to local markets, cultural sites, and dining options. Notable landmarks, like the National Museum and Kariakoo Market, are just a short drive away. Public transportation links and shuttle services simplify travel around the city and to nearby attractions.

Rooms

The hotel features 75 spacious and luxurious guest rooms designed for maximum comfort. Guests can choose from dormitory-style, single, double, triple, family rooms, or suites. Each room is en-suite and includes modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, air conditioning, satellite TV, and 24-hour room service.

Eat & Drink

Mirch Masala Restaurant, located on the first floor, serves a diverse buffet featuring Continental, Indian, and Chinese cuisines. The restaurant can accommodate up to 90 patrons and focuses on creating a pleasant dining experience for various occasions. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options are available daily, with special accommodations for requests.

Leisure & Business

Rainbow Hotel provides several amenities including a rooftop terrace, event spaces suitable for meetings, and dry cleaning services. A roundtrip airport shuttle service is also available for guests. The hotel is designed to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers, ensuring a comfortable stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Fireplace

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Getting around

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City Center

Dar es Salaam1400 ft

Airports

Julius Nyerere (DAR) 7.3 mi

Train

Central Railway Station1700 ft

Tazara Railway Station 3.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort

“The room was a perfect retreat after a long day, featuring a comfortable bed and a refreshing mini fridge that kept my drinks cold.” view full review

Exceptional Assistance

“The level of service was extraordinary; I was even helped with taxi arrangements, ensuring smooth airport transfers without a hitch.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The hot shower was such a delight after a day of exploring, providing a perfect way to unwind and relax.” view full review

Pleasant Breakfast

“Breakfast options were satisfying; I enjoyed the fresh eggs and coffee every morning, setting the tone for a great day ahead.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Bowling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Plot No. 1900/59 Morogoro Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Plot No. 1900/59 Morogoro Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

City landmarks

Shaaban Robert Street

National Museum of Tanzania

3900 ft

Church

Azania Front Lutheran Church

2300 ft

Dar es Salaam

Nyumba ya Sanaa

2500 ft

Garden Avenue 6°48'50s 39°17'22e

PPF Tower

2300 ft

Indira Gandhi St

Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque مسجد

2300 ft

Garden

Botanical Gardens

4500 ft

Aggrey St

Masjid Qiblatein مسجد

3300 ft

Casinos

Princess Casino

3100 ft

Upanga West

Masjid Maamur Mosque

2400 ft

Sokoine Drive Old Boma Building

The Dar es Salaam Centre for Architectural Heritage

3500 ft

Sokoine Drive Near Zanzibar Ferry

PSPF Commercial Twin Towers

3500 ft

Mall

Aura Mall

3700 ft

Site of Diamond Jubilee

Upanga Jamatkhana

1.1 mi

Mafia Street along Mafia street near Livingsotne Street and Mafia Street Junction

Manyema Mosque

4100 ft

Nyamwezi Street Corner Amani Street

Makonde Mosque

4800 ft

Pramukh Swami street

Shree Sanatan Dharma Sabha temple

1.5 mi

Mosque

Maamur Mosque

2.0 mi

Casinos

Las Vegas Casino

1.8 mi

Nearby

Church

St. Joseph's Cathedral

1500 ft

Samora Avenue and Maktaba Street

Askari Monument

1700 ft

Dar es Salaam

Clock Tower

1300 ft

Mosque Street

Darkhana Jamat Khana

900 ft

Casinos

Le Grande Casino

400 ft

Uhuru St

Uhuru Monument

2000 ft

Sokoine Dr

Old Boma, Dar es Salaam

700 ft

Indira Gandhi St and Morogoro Rd

Khoja Shia Ithna Asheri Jamaat

600 ft

Dar es Salaam

Darch

700 ft

Sewa Street

Ngazija Mosque

1000 ft

Casinos

New Africa Casino

1800 ft

Restaurants

Bimbis at The Badminton Institute

500 ft

Zanaki Street Kisutu

Tasty Bites

500 ft

Zanaki Street

Nima's

500 ft

Zanaki Street Zanaki St.

Mamboz Restaurant

2300 ft

Corner Morogoro Rd & Libya ST

Ten to Ten

2100 ft

Jamhuri Street & Morogoro Road

Chef's Pride

2200 ft

Chagga St. Mchafukoge

Desi Taste Restaurant

1500 ft

Jamhuri Street Opposite DTV Roundabout

K Tea Shop

2200 ft

Chagga Street

Lazeez Fast Food

2400 ft

Morogoro Road

Akberali Tea Room

2200 ft

Jamhuri Street Near Summy's Restaurant

Pitstop Don't drive on an empty stomach

2300 ft

Pramukh Swami Street Kisutu St. Opposite DIA Girls Secondary School

Chili and Lime

2400 ft

Kisutu Street Garden Flats

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.3

Location

9.0

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

Trevor

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the Zanzibar ferry departure point and offers helpful and friendly staff. Rooms are very basic with old furniture, and the dining experience needs improvement. The accessibility to the ferry terminal is excellent, making it a practical choice for those traveling to Zanzibar.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms look very old with outdated furniture.

Service

9.0

The staff is very helpful and arranged a taxi for us at 1 am.

Location

8.0

The hotel is great for those needing to catch the Zanzibar ferry next day.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience is rather good overall.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities are available but could use some attention.

Margaret

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.6/10

My stay at Rainbow Hotel was fantastic! The rooms were nice and comfortable; the only issue was with the internet that didn't work smoothly. However, everything else was amazing, including the meals. I can't wait to return and thank the hotel for a great experience with friendly and well-equipped staff. The size of the room was impressive, almost like a full apartment, with a good shower and bathroom. Excellent value overall!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very big, like a full apartment, with a good size, and a good shower & bathroom.

Service

8.0

The staff were super friendly and helpful. The only hiccup was them being busy chatting on the stairs, but the manager personally apologized for any inconvenience.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was excellent, within walking distance to the Zanzibar ferry terminal, making it very convenient for travel.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was nice, especially for on-the-go movements in town. However, some improvements could be made to the variety of dishes available.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were great, with plenty of local products available. It offered all the necessary services for a comfortable stay.

Lawrence

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at Rainbow Hotel. The rooms were quiet on the seventh floor, offering a nice separation from other facades. The basic room was comfortable, and the presence of air conditioning was much appreciated, especially given the high humidity. While the internet had some issues, the overall experience was amazing, with great meals throughout the day. I can't wait to return and extend my compliments to the helpful and courteous staff.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were basic but comfortable, and the air conditioning was a plus in such humid conditions.

Service

7.0

The staff at Rainbow Hotel were incredibly helpful, attending to all my needs. However, there were some minor issues like leaks and staff being distracted, leading to delays.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was convenient, particularly for accessing downtown and catching a ferry to Zanzibar. Despite the high costs in Tanzania, the proximity to key transportation hubs was a bonus.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience varied from basic and disappointing to sublime, depending on the meal. The heavy meals were enjoyable, but some items were lacking or not replenished promptly.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at Rainbow Hotel catered to essential needs and were satisfactory overall.