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Transit Motel Ukonga

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Dar es Salaam guest house

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Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast
Property grounds
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
7 Segerea Rd, Dar es Salaam
  • Kariakoo Market
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Close to airport.At this Dar es Salaam guesthouse, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Ilala Market and 9 miles (15 km) of Tanzania National Stadium. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Uhuru Monument and Pugu Hills Nature Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Port of Dar es Salaam - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • University of Dar es Salaam - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Mlimani City - 19 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 24 min drive
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sammy's Good Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Java Executive Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Air Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Transit Motel Ukonga

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Dar es Salaam guest house
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Transit Motel Ukonga also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Transit Motel Ukonga offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. 36-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Dar es Salaam guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); 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
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Transit Ukonga Dar Es Salaam
Transit Motel Ukonga Guesthouse
Transit Motel Ukonga Dar es Salaam
Transit Motel Ukonga Guesthouse Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

How close is Transit Motel Ukonga to the airport?

Transit Motel Ukonga is 1.2 mi (5-min drive) away from the Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Transit Motel Ukonga?

As of Jun 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Transit Motel Ukonga on Jun 7, 2025 start from $33.9, excluding 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.

Does Transit Motel Ukonga have an airport shuttle?

Transit Motel Ukonga offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 5 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Transit Motel Ukonga to the beach?

This guesthouse is 12.1 mi (46-min drive) from Coco Beach and 12.1 mi (47-min drive) from Msasani Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Transit Motel Ukonga offer free breakfast?

Transit Motel Ukonga offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Transit Motel Ukonga?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Le Grande Casino (11-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Transit Motel Ukonga?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Transit Motel Ukonga?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Transit Motel Ukonga have a pool?

Transit Motel Ukonga does not have a pool.

Does Transit Motel Ukonga have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Transit Motel Ukonga have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Transit Motel Ukonga to downtown Dar es Salaam?

Transit Motel Ukonga is 0.7 mi away from Ukonga.

Transit Motel Ukonga Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It took a while (2 room changes) to get to a room that had working AC, electricity and hot water. BUT... It is close to the airport, the price is low, easy to get a cab and most of staff were helpful. Food was decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Ana, Maputo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
5 minutes car distance from the airport so convenient for a very short stopover. Cheap food at the Motel we had a dinner which was ordered and served in the evening/night when we arrived. WC in the room is bad, there is no poliban and the floor gets all wet, plus the water pressure is really really weak. Do not expect to take a nice shower. Overall it is OK for a quick night stop, considering the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better than the airport for 8hr layover. Cooked breakfast and clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Ida

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021