Title: Ideal Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ideal Hotel Travelers find a peaceful haven steps from Zanzibar's ferry terminal, with a restaurant serving delicious meals and a hair salon for pampering. ![Deluxe Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337800/21337753/21f45b08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337800/21337753/47054278.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337800/21337753/f9eef7d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337800/21337753/80bbc8ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21337800/21337753/f09c70d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ideal Hotel sits near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, offering a welcoming retreat with continental breakfast each morning and a beautiful garden to enjoy. Guests connect with in-room WiFi and appreciate the convenient location that previous visitors consistently mention. 5.6 ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - Breakfast included - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 25 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 26 - Oct. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21337753&PinnedHotelID=21337753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - 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Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pappa Roti - ‬3 min walk - ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hong Kong Tai Yong Sun Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Ideal Hotel Property highlights Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Ideal Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage - 1 meeting room, tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services Room features All guestrooms at Ideal Hotel boast thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with satellite channels ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23540000/23539300/23539229/139f0dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rungwe Palace Hotel Kariakoo - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 2.0 2 reviews CA $41 CA $54 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=23539229&PinnedHotelID=23539229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not 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 15 per vehicle (one way) 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 ### Property is also known as Ideal Hotel Dar es Salaam Ideal Dar es Salaam Ideal Hotel Hotel Ideal Hotel Dar es Salaam Ideal Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ideal Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Ideal Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ideal Hotel? > Check-in begins at noon. ### What time is check-out at Ideal Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Ideal Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Ideal Hotel located? > Situated in Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Vijana Mall, Kariakoo Market, and Le Grande Casino. Uhuru Monument and Nyumba ya Sanaa are also within 1 mi (2 km). Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 18 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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