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Hotel Ideal

2.5 star property
Dar es Salaam hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior - Hotel Ideal (Dar es Salaam)
Executive Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Hotel Ideal (Dar es Salaam)
Interior - Hotel Ideal (Dar es Salaam)
Interior entrance - Hotel Ideal (Dar es Salaam)
Bar (on property) - Hotel Ideal (Dar es Salaam)
Hotel Ideal is a haven in the business district, where you can unwind with free English breakfast and a daily manager's reception. Connect to high-speed WiFi, take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services or simply stroll through the garden.

Reviews

4.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • LCD TV
  • Bathrobes
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is $20
$27 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

Executive Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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About the neighborhood

Map
UNGONI STREET, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 24 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pappa Roti - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chowpatty - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ideal

Located near a train station, Hotel Ideal is a great choice for a stay in Dar es Salaam. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (USD 1 per night)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Free daily reception

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Bathtub grab bar height (inches): 1
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 23-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 12 and 15 costs USD 5 (one-way)

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs USD 1 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Hotel Ideal Hotel
Hotel Ideal dar es salaam
Hotel Ideal Hotel dar es salaam

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ideal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Ideal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Ideal?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ideal?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 1 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Ideal?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ideal?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Ideal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (15-min walk) and Sea Cliff Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Ideal and nearby?

Hotel Ideal has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ideal?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Ideal like?

Hotel Ideal is in the heart of Dar es Salaam, a short 10-minute walk from Kariakoo Market and 19 minutes' walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

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