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Zimbo Golden Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers find continental breakfast and a peaceful garden retreat at this charming island hotel, just steps from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

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The Zimbo Golden Hotel offers comfort and convenience near the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Enjoy a continental breakfast, explore the island, or relax in the garden. The on-site restaurant serves local flavors, and in-room WiFi and laundry services ensure comfort. Helpful staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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TV

Business Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Spring-water bath
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam is home to Zimbo Golden Hotel. National Museum of Tanzania and Nyumba ya Sanaa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dar es Salaam Botanical Gardens and The Russian Tanzania Culture Centre. Nafasi Art Space and Dar-es-Salaam Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Dar es Salaam travel guide
Map
Ndovu/nyamwezi Street, Dar es Salaam

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Askari Monument
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Dar es Salaam
    4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station
    15 min walk
  • Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chef's Pride Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • The Alcove @ Sea Cl
    5 min walk
  • Subway
    14 min walk
  • Al Aaqib Barbeque & Fast Food
    16 min walk
  • A Tea Room
    16 min walk

About this property

Zimbo Golden Hotel

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, a garden and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at Zimbo Golden Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and tour/ticket information
  • A banquet hall, 1 meeting room and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Zimbo Golden Hotel feature perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Balconies, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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)

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Zimbo Golden Hotel Dar es Salaam
Zimbo Golden Dar es Salaam
Zimbo Golden
Zimbo Golden Hotel Hotel
Zimbo Golden Hotel Dar es Salaam
Zimbo Golden Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is Zimbo Golden Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Zimbo Golden Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zimbo Golden Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Zimbo Golden Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Zimbo Golden Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zimbo Golden Hotel located?

Situated in Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kariakoo Market and Uhuru Monument. Le Grande Casino and Vijana Mall are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Zimbo Golden Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cliff

Liked: Staff & service
So-so hotel, but very friendly staff! Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Mesker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
hotel facilities are good, but located in a business area, not much within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yea
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

walengamina

Liked: Staff & service
I like the staff No like around the property
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Grzegorz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adequate quality for the price

Very pleasant room with comfortable bad and desk to work.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kondwani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel for the price I paid

Great. Nice room, clean nice bathroom.......... ........ Nnñmmmmmmmmn
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Eamonn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honestly, was terrible we came for a couple of hours and when they found out we had a flight they tried to fear monger us into booking a cab with them multiple times even though we told them we don’t want to, very passive aggressive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Henry

Liked: Staff & service
The idea is great the hotel would do well to work on items like tissue, air conditioning, and door repairs
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jayant

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Zoek wat anders

Hier een kamer geboekt voor een nacht vlucht. Het duurde 5 uur voordat we een baddoek en water kregen. Kamer zat vol met kakkerlakken (kwamen in de avond pas te voorschijn). Echt vriendelijke waren de mensen ook niet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joneskim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Knud

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Har rejst meget over hele Verden, men her kommer jeg ikke igen. Værelse på 3. sal men uden elevator. Intet varmt vand ti bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Saliha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel nickel quattier zéro

Quartier brouillant rien à voir à Dar as Salam les gens très antipathiques pas de prix fixe pour le taxi j’ai été déçue le taxi pour un 18€ et l’autre 35€ soit j’ai annulé le reste de mon séjours
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Christof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eigentlich gut

Aufenthalt war sehr angenehm, jedoch konnte meine Buchung nicht gefunden werden. Ich buchte im Hotel und habe bezahlt. Jetzt habe ich für eine Nacht doppelt Bezahlt.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sigbjoern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bra hotell til fornuftig pris.

Enkelt og greit hotell i bra område. Hyggelig betjening.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness
The corner room that I had was very nice. The water did not always work. The electronic door key locked me out twice and only one person knew how to restore my entrance. Once, I had to wait until the staff member came to work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Local food available

The room is spacious and well equipped. A great place to experience typical Tanzanian breakfast. The hotel doesn't have elevator but the hotel staff were kind and helped with luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Management with a bad attitude

We arrived shortly after midnight due to the flight schedule. They gave me a lower class room than what I paid for. The next morning I asked to get an executive room, which I had paid for. The receptionist called the manager, who they called Madame. She had a bad attitude like she was doing me a favor giving me the room I had paid for. We moved to a room where the toilet had no seat and the refrigerator did not work. Neither did the safe. This was not acceptable, so we were shown other rooms but Madame was not sure whether things would actually work. In the end we got a decent executive room but like before the refrigerator did not work. Stuff spoiled. And a whole morning was wasted waiting for Madame. Also, in that room the safe did not work. So after a long wait they brought in one ... which did not open. Eventually the safe was opened but what is the point of having it if someone can just carry it away. Some days there was a hand towel and on others not. Same for floor mat in front of shower. One morning no warm water!! The breakfast was okay but sometimes none of the 15+ coffee cups and saucers had no tea spoons. The options in the restaurant are limited and are further limited by what they can actually do. - Grill did not work. The lighting on our corridor was out. They did not care. This could be a much better place If they only had MUCH better management. I hope the owner reads this review.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice People

The staff here is kind and helpful . The area is in a crowded Dar es Salaam neighborhood near Karikoo. Finding can be a challenge for local Uber drivers. I was prepared with Google maps directions downloaded.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff, good location, but the closet in the room did not open properly, the kettle and fridge didn't have a socket nearby and thus weren't plugged, the coffee and tea in the room weren't refilled for the 2nd night
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Zimmer war gut eingerichtet und sauber. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ist sehr gut.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros - nice & helpful staff, good food in the restaurant, very nice room for the price, comfy bed Cons - the wifi is awful....it basically disappears every 10-20min. Expect to barely have access to internet. The power/electricity in the room is operated with the key card. There are no light switches. So at night when you want the lights out you have to remove the key card from a power point in the wall. The problem is at night you will not have ac unless you sleep with the lights on. Its impossible to be in the room with no ac....Dar is extremely hot...so I slept with the lights on every night which is not ideal. Also, when my sheets were changed, the 'clean' sheets had nasty stains on them. The location is not the best or the safest....dont go out at night unless you have someone with you. Night club on the 5th floor open on Saturday night. Dont plan on sleeping with the bumping base....but if you like to dance its a good drop in
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pienso que es lo mejor que se puede conseguir por ese precio, excelentes habitaciones limpias, cómodas y amplias.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay with v good value to money

We stayed for 3 nights. Hotel condition is new, we stayed in room 201 in the second floor. No elevator but it was ok as we were in the 2nd floor. Room was v clean. Money to value is excellent. Breakfast is open buffet (Boiled eggs, sausage, pasta, viggies, fruits, jam, peanut/butter, juice, tea/coffee). Area is not touristic but v near just walking distance to bus station, Aura Mall, City Mall, Kariako Market, ferry terminal (20 mins walking). Using Taxify/Uber makes life easier in Dar Es salaam. Staff helpful, we had a quick check in/out by a nice lady @the reception. For the night club noise, being in the 2nd floor we weren't that much affected and in all cases night club is only on Saturday nights. If we are back to Dar Es Salaam we would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018