Kipawa Area, Kiwalani, Ilala District, Dar es Salaam
What's nearby
Tanzania National Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
Kariakoo Market - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
Port of Dar es Salaam - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Makumbusho Village - 15 min drive - 16.4 km
Getting around
Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 3 min drive
Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 9 min drive
Free airport shuttle
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
Located just 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the airport, Airport Transit Lodges offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and buffet breakfast daily between 6 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
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
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 5 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Babysitting services
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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
Does Airport Transit Lodges offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Airport Transit Lodges does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Airport Transit Lodges?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Airport Transit Lodges?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Airport Transit Lodges?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Airport Transit Lodges?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Airport Transit Lodges?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Grande Casino (9-min drive) and Sea Cliff Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Airport Transit Lodges and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Tanzania National Stadium (5 mi) and Kariakoo Market (5.8 mi), along with Zanzibar Ferry Terminal (6.3 mi) and Port of Dar es Salaam (6.4 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Airport Transit Lodges?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Airport Transit Lodges Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
29 Oct 2024
Airplane and mosque noise
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Oct 2024
Very functional
This was a good place near the airport to stay during a long-ish layover. Good, clean, functional. And nice staff.
Christopher J
Christopher J, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 Aug 2024
No elevator. Staff was excellent. Room very clean.
Desiree
Desiree, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Aug 2024
For the price, it did not disappoint. I just needed a place near the airport that offered free airport shuttle and breakfast, and this place met expectations. My room was clean and comfortable. Staff was very pleasant, and I would go back
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2024
Nice, super close to the airport, room was clean and sufficient
Troy
Troy, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
Just what you need for a transit stop over. Great location, friendly staff, nice beds. Maybe throw in some earplugs as there's some traffic noise but hey, that's just Dar for you
jonathan
jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Jul 2024
Gabrielle
Gabrielle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Good options for a Dar airport overnight stay. Comfy bed. Good service. Late check in at midnight, early check out at 4am. Only option close to the airport so it worked.
Danielle
Danielle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2024
We had a great overnight stay. The staff was welcoming and very friendly.
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
27 May 2024
Sekou
Sekou, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2024
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2024
The staff was very welcoming and helpful.
Stefanie Dawn
Stefanie Dawn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Apr 2024
Shuttle pickup worked easily and the Lodge is close to the airport, esp. for drop-off. Room was small but efficient. Aircon worked, got a decent meal late (but no Killy on hand to wash it down). Breakfast limited but have a Spanish Omelette. Neighbourhood is industrial, but for a short transit stay, worked well. And take advantage of the views on the terrace.
Chris
Chris, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
23 Feb 2024
The staff was great. However, the facilities left a lot to be desired. The air conditioner in my room was not working properly, so it was uncomfortable for sleeping. Also, given the proximity to the airport when a plane, even in the middle of the night lands or takes off the sound in my room was deafening. Also, the thank you got my coffee no problem thank you thank you very much power went out in the morning. The staff said that the power goes out all around the city in different places at least a couple of hours a day.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2024
K
K, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2024
Very accommodating! Great service
Silvi
Silvi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
1 Feb 2024
Stay away
Noisy with an electric generator running all night, they keep losing power all night long, didn’t pick me up at the airport excuses were no power all day to answer phone or emails, uncomfortable bed, no hot water in shower, mosque next door praying extremely loud and it’s insane, didn’t sleep or rest all night long.
ANDREA
ANDREA, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
28 Jan 2024
I selected this hotel as it's right next to the airport as we arrived late from Malawi and left for Zanzibar 7am the next morning. The hotel is perfect for that. The staff are very helpful, the place was also clean and safe and air-conditioner worked well. Personally what I did not like was that I could not purchase a beer as they don't sell alcohol. I had not checked on this before I booked. Also the shower is the bathroom so when you have a shower the whole bathroom gets basically wet, there is no shower cubicle. The electrical connections to the hot water heater was exposed in the bathroom and the last thing was the food was not great, the chicken wings we ordered was burnt to a crisp, however my wife told me that this is the way people eat chicken wings in East Africa so I guess for others it would have been a good meal.The last thing is that it's noisy, the hotel is not sound proofed and at the end of a runway..also when people talk in the passageway you can clearly hear what they say in the bedroom. Anyway for the price and to use as a transit hotel it's fine.
Roland
Roland, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Dec 2023
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Dec 2023
Close to the Airport and they provide transportation
Ahmadi
Ahmadi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
6/10 Good
17 Dec 2023
Stephan
Stephan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2023
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.
ELP
ELP, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jul 2023
Clean, comfortable and reliable airport pickup/drop off. We had a 5:20am flight out and they took us at 3am (no charge). We even had a tasty dinner there. Friendly staff.
Paul
Paul, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Jun 2023
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.