Rainbow Hotel

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

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Reception hall
Executive Apartment | Living area

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$80
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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1900/59 Morogoro Road, City Centre, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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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 St Joseph's Cathedral. 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. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. 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 Atiman House and Askari Monument.

What's nearby

  • Le Grande Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Joseph's Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kariakoo Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapan 56 Bhog - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Al Aaqib Barbeque & Fast Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zafarani - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rainbow Hotel

Hotel in Dar es Salaam with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk
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 the business-friendly 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 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and free toiletries. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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
  • Mini-fridge

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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

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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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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 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Hotel on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$75.04, 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 Coco Beach (6.1 km).

What makes Rainbow Hotel a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rainbow Hotel.

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.