Rainbow Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (791 reviews)
Plot No:1900/59 Morogoro Road , Dar es Salaam , TZ
+255 22 212 0024

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality below expectations

Categories

Cleanliness
6.06
Multiple mentions of dirty rooms and insects indicate a significant cleanliness issue.
Service
8.53
Staff were generally described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.57
Many reviews highlighted a convenient location for exploring and accessing transportation.
Room Quality
6.02
Comments on outdated, small, and uncomfortable rooms reflect a need for improvement.
Amenities
7.55
Some amenities were satisfactory, but complaints about missing basic items were noted.
Value for Money
7.01
Some felt the price did not match the quality provided, especially regarding room conditions.
Food and Beverage
7.56
Breakfast received positive remarks, though some noted a lack of variety.
Overall Experience
7.93
Experiences varied widely; some found it agreeable while others faced significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:33

Property Description

Convenient Location
Rainbow Hotel, just 500 metres from the Zanzibar ferry terminal, is your ideal choice in Dar es Salaam. Close to key attractions and transportation hubs, your stay will be both comfortable and convenient.

Delightful Dining Experience
The Mirch Masala Restaurant offers a fusion of Indian and Continental cuisine, ensuring a delectable dining experience throughout your stay. From buffet-style breakfast to lunch and dinner options, your taste buds are in for a treat.

Comfortable Accommodation
Individually decorated rooms equipped with modern amenities like satellite TV and air conditioning guarantee a comfortable stay. The 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and proximity to the airport make Rainbow Hotel the perfect choice for your next visit to Dar es Salaam.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DAR

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 791 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.06
Service: 8.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 6.02
Amenities: 7.55
Value for Money: 7.01
Food and Beverage: 7.56
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Migliorisi Principio • solo_traveller • it
5
Pros:

Staff ottimo disponibile e gentile fatto eccezzione per la ragazza con i capelli corti alla reception neanche salutava

Cons:

Mi hanno cambiato stanza 4 volte in praticamente 2 giorni e nell ultima molto trasandata per non parlare del bagno soprattutto la doccia

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Michaela • solo_traveller • de
6
Einfach aber zentral
Pros:

Zentrale Lage, aber ruhig

Cons:

Ausstattung sehr einfach, nur ein Handtuch für 2 Gäste, muffiger Geruch im Zimmer.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Migliorisi Principio • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Hardik • couple • in
5
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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BARNABAS • solo_traveller • tz
5
nice location but old facility! please update
Pros:

the room had linkage pipe had to go to shower in another room

Cons:

the bathroom was not so clean, by 9 am almost everything was finished at breakfast except half cut boiled eggs

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Celia • extended_group • es
3
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Marcos • extended_group • mz
7
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Pink • extended_group • za
2
Just an awful place to stay
Pros:

Nothing really. Decent location but the cabs can’t pick u or drop u off at the hotel, much further from hotel.

Cons:

Very badly maintained, smells bad, sheets are very old and stained, the bathroom is very bad, staff isn’t helpful, and service is bad.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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jorge • solo_traveller • tz
8
Pros:

La limpieza

Cons:

No tengo una opinión negativa de nada

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Herry • solo_traveller • tz
2
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Asa • family_with_children • fr
7
Très central
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Kébèn • couple • cd
6
Bien pour court séjour
Pros:

L’hôtel est au cœur de la ville.
À côté du port ferry

Cons:

Chambres assez petites

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • it
7
Breve soggiorno in Dar
Pros:

Posizione ottima, colazione decente

Cons:

Nulla in particolare

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ann-Marie • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The locations The owner was easy to speak with

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Rosemarie • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Waibale • couple • ug
3
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Viktor SVM • solo_traveller • ua
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • pl
3
Pros:

Blisko centrum

Cons:

Mały pokój

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Zieliński • extended_group • tz
6
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Imran • solo_traveller • tz
2
Very Disappointed with the stay not value for money
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The rooms were small box sizes, The rooms were not clean it’s old buildings which needs massive renovations

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee