Kigala Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Dar es Salaam

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Interior entrance
Free self parking
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Staircase

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Uhuru Road, Malapa, Dar es Salaam, Dar Es Salaam, 12101
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

City center stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Dar es Salaam hotel, you'll find Ilala Market and Kariakoo Market. Uhuru Monument and Vijana Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ilala Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kariakoo Market - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 16 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪International Congo Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Southern Fried Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Italian House - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Kwa Lyimo Pub, Tabata - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kigala Hotel

3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Dar es Salaam
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

The business-friendly Kigala Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Dar es Salaam hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kigala Hotel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary weekday newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 3 hours per day (3-device limit)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kigala Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 3683.94 per person, per night

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

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, cash, mobile payments, and PayPal.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 3 hours per day (3-device limit).

Property is also known as

KIGALA HOTEL LTD
Kigala Hotel Hotel
Kigala Hotel Dar es Salaam
Kigala Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kigala Hotel to the airport?

Kigala Hotel is 4.5 mi (19-min drive) away from the Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kigala Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kigala Hotel.

How close is Kigala Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.5 mi (27-min drive) from Msasani Bay Beach and 7.1 mi (30-min drive) from Coco Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kigala Hotel offer free breakfast?

Kigala Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kigala Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Le Grande Casino (5-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Kigala Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Kigala Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Kigala Hotel have a pool?

Kigala Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Kigala Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kigala Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kigala Hotel to downtown Dar es Salaam?

Kigala Hotel is 2.3 mi away from Dar es Salaam.

Reviews

Kigala Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Silvester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

N.Mechack, St.Charles, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great management Nice rooms I liked so much the manager of Kigala Hotel he's a worndeful guy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
La recepcionista terrible no quería respetar mi reservación una locura en la noche, mal servicio
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025