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Airport Transit Lodges

Property class: 3
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Dar es Salaam hotel

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A neatly made bed with a blue accent, white pillows, and a matching blue accent on the bedspread.
A dining table set with white tablecloths, plates of food, and a bottle of water.
A marble staircase with handrails on both sides, leading to a door at the top.
A hotel reception area with a glass door, a red mat, and a sign reading "Kariba".
In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kipawa Area, Kiwalani, Ilala District, Dar es Salaam
  • Place, Tanzania National Stadium
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kariakoo Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A neatly made bed with blue and white bedding, a white towel, and a decorative item on the bed.

Deluxe Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue bedspread and pillows, a small wooden nightstand, a chair, and a television.

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Balcony

A neatly made bed with blue and white bedding, a wooden door, and a view of the outside balcony.

Superior Double Room, Balcony

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

A neatly made bed with a blue and white bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a white wall with a light switch and a small table with a phone and a bottle.

Deluxe Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, beige walls, white curtains with brown patterns, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Ilala Market - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bao Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Comfort Zone - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Air Cafe - ‬4 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.

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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
  • Phone
  • 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
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 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 mi (15-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. 58 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 177 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, super close to the airport, room was clean and sufficient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great overnight stay. The staff was welcoming and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph (Lennan)

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julius

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert

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

10/10 Excellent

Norma W

Liked: Amenities
Very good food. Great staff especially receptionist!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price and proximity to the airport
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ahmadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Airport and they provide transportation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ELP

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

Pleasant stay

It was a pleasant stay. The room was comfortable and we'll furnished and the staff was welcoming and accomodating. The cuisine was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a very convenient location for air travelers. The service was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a great accommodation in a great neighborhood. The three nights were very exciting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hubert

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

8/10 Good

Maria

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

Good option to stay near airport

If you need to stay close to the airport for an early flight, this is a great option. Simple but clean and super welcoming staff. It offers free breakfast and has food service. Also offers free airport transfers which is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is close to the airport, that's very handy but noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fermeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to spend couple of hours there before the long flight journey. The staff kindly provided us an early breakfast and arranged the airport shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this. I loved the stay and staff was very friendly
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The reception and staff were super nice. The hotel is simple but clean. However, the planes land all night just passing above and the mousk is really near and also noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher J

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating! Great service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024