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Airport Transit Lodges

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel

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Family Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception
Restaurant
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kipawa Area, Kiwalani, Ilala District, Dar es Salaam
  • Kariakoo Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Balcony | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Balcony

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

In Dar es Salaam .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Tanzania National Stadium and Kariakoo Market. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam.

What's nearby

  • Tanzania National Stadium - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Coco Beach - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 9 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sammy's Good Food - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java Executive Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Air Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Airport Transit Lodges

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at Airport Transit Lodges. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Airport Transit Lodges offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Airport Transit Lodges

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Airport Transit Lodges Dar es Salaam
Airport Transit Dar es Salaam
Airport Transit Lodges Hotel
Airport Transit Lodges Dar es Salaam
Airport Transit Lodges Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Airport Transit Lodges to the airport?

Airport Transit Lodges is 1.6 mi (3-min drive) away from the Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Airport Transit Lodges have an airport shuttle?

Airport Transit Lodges offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, at scheduled times.

How close is Airport Transit Lodges to the beach?

This hotel is 10.6 mi (36-min drive) from Coco Beach and 14.2 mi (54-min drive) from Mbezi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Airport Transit Lodges offer free breakfast?

Airport Transit Lodges offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Airport Transit Lodges?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Le Grande Casino (9-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Airport Transit Lodges?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Airport Transit Lodges?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Airport Transit Lodges have a pool?

Airport Transit Lodges does not have a pool.

Does Airport Transit Lodges have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Airport Transit Lodges have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Airport Transit Lodges to downtown Dar es Salaam?

Airport Transit Lodges is 5 mi away from Dar es Salaam.

Airport Transit Lodges Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 171 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manju, NOIDA

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good and not any issue in communication all staff is indian
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Staff & service
Pretty average, nothing fancy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
We appreciate the property picking us up at the airport at 01:30 AM
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olenka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
can’t beat the price for how convenient this place is.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much to say here. Not a bad place tbh but a few things really need to be worked on; hot water in my room just trickles, toilet did not flush or refill completely after each flush, had to ask for towels, etc The airport transfer is really not free. Four guests were going to the airport; 2 were put in the van but my partner and I were put in a random driver’s car who demanded an exorbitant payment on dropping us off at the airport saying he had no business with the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was second to none. They stored our luggage for us for several days while we backpacked to Zanzibar. Extremely accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were helpful. The airport location was great for flying out. The property was clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This my second stay at The Airport Transit Lodges. I stay in Dar for a short amount of time each year before traveling to other regions in Tanzania. Wonderful experiences. Free and reliable transportation to/from the airport. No hassle! Friendly and easy check in with full information about the stay, hotel amenities, etc. Clean, nice room with working AC, fan, shower, Wi-Fi and TV. Nice breakfast included (eggs, hot beverages, cereals and pastries). Other meals are reasonably priced, fresh cooked and delicious. A nice variety. Best part of the stay is the staff is ALWAYS available and ready to help in any way possible. Luxury for me is not about the size of the room but if I feel welcome and cared for. This is my new home hotel in Dar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient to and from the airport. Not fancy but more than adequate for travelers looking for a good value and pleasant experience. I stayed extra days due to business in Dar before departure to Mbeya. Friendly and helpful staff. Shopping for essentials nearby as well as English language church on Sunday. I travel to TZ every year and I will stay at this Hotel from now on. Asante sana Transit Motel Suites!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

aisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and in close proximity to airport. Airport transfer is offered too but I did not have a good experience with the driver who came to pick me up at the airport and communication with staff was not great. I was referred to 2 other people before reaching the actual driver who picked me up 1 hour later, after a long journey. It was very upsetting. There is a restaurant at the hotel but good took over an hour to be served even though we order simple food. Overall, I would recommend the hotel if in Dar es Salaam for a day while waiting for next flight due to very close proximity to airport but none more.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hubert, Plainfield

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Airplane and mosque noise
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very good food. Great staff especially receptionist!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angela, carlisle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very convenient for the airport and is a good option if you just want a bed for the night. Rooms are simple but clean. Staff were helpful with my luggage as there wasn’t an elevator. Free transport to and from the airport was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very functional

This was a good place near the airport to stay during a long-ish layover. Good, clean, functional. And nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph (Lennan)

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very welcoming and lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stop for a few hours before proceeding with my travels
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Arroyo Grande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and the airport shuttle in the middle of the night was the main reason i booked here. Definitely a great value if you have a very short layover.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was near the airport and good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024