8/10 Good
Adewale
Oct 1, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Adewale
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Hotel Ideal
2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary English breakfast before heading out to explore from this convenient spot near the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.
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Hotel Ideal offers a peaceful retreat in the business district with its garden space and daily manager's reception. Guests enjoy free English breakfast, connect using high-speed WiFi, and have access to practical dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay.
Reviews
4.64.6 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Bar
The current price is P1,205
P1,205
P1,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Room options
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Executive Room
Executive Room
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Located in Dar es Salaam, Hotel Ideal is in the city center and near a train station. Nyumba ya Sanaa and National Museum of Tanzania are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
UNGONI STREET, Dar es Salaam
What's nearby
- Kariakoo Market8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Nyumba ya Sanaa15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Askari Monument18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre2 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
- Dar Es Salaam Central Station19 min walk
- Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)24 min drive
Restaurants
- Chowpatty10 min walk
- Chef's Pride Restaurant9 min walk
- Pappa Roti3 min walk
- KFC2 min walk
- Muchachos Fast Food9 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ideal
Hotel in the business district
Consider a stay at Hotel Ideal and take advantage of free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
- Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and ATM/banking services
- Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
- A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Ideal boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Grab bars in tubs and accessible tubs
- 23-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
- Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Secured self parking on site (USD 1 per night)
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Free daily manager's reception
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- ATM
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Change of towels on request
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Garden
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
- Ceiling hoist
- Grab bar in bathtub
- No elevator
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Banquet hall
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Slippers
Entertainment
- 23-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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
No pets or service animals 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
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 5 (one-way), (from 12 to 15 years old)
- Secured self parking fee: USD 1 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Hotel Ideal Hotel
Hotel Ideal dar es salaam
Hotel Ideal Hotel dar es salaam
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Ideal pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ideal?
As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ideal on Mar 9, 2026 start from P1,205, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 1 per night.
What time is check-in at Hotel Ideal?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Ideal?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Hotel Ideal provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Ideal located?
Located in the heart of Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Vijana Mall and Kariakoo Market. Le Grande Casino and Uhuru Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km). Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 19 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Ideal Reviews
4.6
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4.8
Cleanliness
4.0
Amenities
3.6
Staff & service
2.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 7 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
MOSES
Aug 1, 2024
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in the heart of the City. Nice place with good view. But Dirty cleaners were not doing a good job in terms of cleaning. Staffs need to learn about customer service.
They need to be friendly and kind. No hot water in the hotel
even if I called and asked if they had hot water. Door nob and sink into the toilet was full of dust. Toilet were not cleaned properly.
MOSES
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Gofaone
Jan 5, 2026
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They should improve on rooms, shower sinks are rusty, had to change the room, staff atitude, esp the reception lady, and they should hav someone to show you the rooms unlike giving you keys to see for yourself without anyone to show you around,
Gofaone
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Dec 8, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty and poorly maintained.
The door on my room couldn't close so I had to wedge a door against it, the bath room was smelly.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
4/10 Poor
Daphne
Jan 2, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy hotel at night with revellers drinking in the bar. Some come in from outside the hotel. Loud banging sound on guests door late in the night. Felt very unsafe. Breakfast is abysmal. And the cleaners stole my perfume too so one wouldnt leave any personal items in the open. Why would i be forced to move aroumd with my personal items for fear of being stolen? I would strongly not recommend this hotel to anyone. Food was cheap tho. And some members of staff are okay but not all especially the Chef and cleaners.
Daphne
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
2/10 Terrible
Ritva
Apr 10, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Ideal, Dar es Salaam, Tansania
Yövyimme hotellissa vain yhden yön varatun ja maksetun 4 yön sijaan. Paikka on todella huonokuntoinen, ränsistynyt, likainen, aamiainen ala-arvoinen: ei kahvia, ei maitoa, pieni munakkaan palanen ja paahtoleipä. Ravintolassa ei ole ruokalistaa ollenkaan. Ainoa hyvä asia oli hyvä ruoka! Ravintola keskittyy kaljan juomiseen, aivan liian meluinen paikka. Vastaava mieshenkilö oli koko illan ravintolassa asiakkaiden kanssa ja selvästi juopunut. Sänky myös ala- arvoinen, vanha patja. Pakko oli muuttaa yhden yön jälkeen pois. Aina mainoksissa luvataan paljon enemmän kuin paikan päältä löytyy, esim. pyykinpesutilat! Huonekalut risaisia ja likaisia. Puhelin huoneessa ilman johtoa ja hyvin pienestä tv: tä näkyi vain yksi kanava, jonka joku oli jossain valinnut ja sekin aivan hämärästi.
Ritva
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
4/10 Poor
Zmicheal
Sep 6, 2025
Zmicheal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025