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Airport Transit Lodges

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast before exploring the area by bike or on foot, with staff ready to offer local recommendations.

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Located near Tanzania National Stadium, Airport Transit Lodges provides a practical base for visitors. Guests can enjoy the free breakfast buffet, relax on the terrace with views, use the high-speed WiFi, and rent bikes to discover nearby attractions like Kariakoo Market.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • 13 sq m
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About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam is home to Airport Transit Lodges. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Port of Dar es Salaam are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kariakoo Market and The Slipway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tanzania National Stadium. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
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Kipawa Area, Kiwalani, Ilala District, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Ilala Market
    9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut
    10 min drive
  • Air Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Bao Cafe
    4 min drive
  • KFC
    10 min drive
  • Bao Cafe
    4 min drive

About this property

Airport Transit Lodges

Hotel near Kariakoo Market
Located close to Tanzania National Stadium and Port of Dar es Salaam, Airport Transit Lodges provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and babysitting.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Airport Transit Lodges include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

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
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
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; 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

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: TZS 3683.94 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

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

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

Is Airport Transit Lodges pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airport Transit Lodges?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Airport Transit Lodges?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Airport Transit Lodges provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Airport Transit Lodges located?

Situated in Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tanzania National Stadium, Kariakoo Market, and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Port of Dar es Salaam and Makumbusho Village are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Airport Transit Lodges Reviews

7.8

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 174 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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
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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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph (Lennan)

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

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

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Staff & service
Airport Transit Lodges is an good overnight option for travellers passing through Dar-Es-Salaam airport. My rooms was clean. It had an AC and a ceiling fan. The shower had hot water. The staff was amiable. The free breakfast and transfer to the airport were also adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma W

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

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

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
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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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent service - friendly and helpful… everything else is adequate for the price paid
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

NORDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No shower but it was clean and bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manju

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Desiree

Liked: Staff & service
No elevator. Staff was excellent. Room very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was basic. It is very near to the airport. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We were met at the airport in the middle of the night. This is not a hotel to spend your holiday, but as one night in between flights it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

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