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Iris Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers unwind with spa treatments at Iris Hotel after exploring Zanzibar's vibrant culture, while staying connected from comfortable rooms

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Iris Hotel captures Zanzibar's warmth through rejuvenating massages and manicure/pedicure services. Guests start their day with a delicious breakfast buffet, enjoy free WiFi throughout their stay, and benefit from convenient dry cleaning/laundry services and express check-in.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Balcony

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two Bedrooms Apartment | Living room | 18-inch TV with cable channels

Two Bedrooms Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • 237 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Livingstone corner Amani Streets, Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam, 42771

What's nearby

  • Kariakoo Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nyumba ya Sanaa - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St Joseph's Cathedral - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 18 min walk
  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pappa Roti - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Karambezi Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Iris Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Iris Hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, a reception hall, and concierge services
Room features
All 85 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 18-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 18-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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:

  • Cash deposit: USD 10.00 per stay
  • 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 30 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Formula 10 Livingstone
Formula 10 Livingstone Dar es Salaam
Iris Hotel Dar es Salaam
Formula 10 Livingstone Hotel Dar es Salaam
Livingstone Hotel Dar es Salaam
Livingstone Dar es Salaam
Iris Dar es Salaam
Iris Hotel Hotel
Iris Hotel Dar es Salaam
Iris Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam

Frequently asked questions

Is Iris Hotel 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 Iris Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Iris Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Iris Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is Iris Hotel located?

Situated in Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Vijana Mall and Kariakoo Market. Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km). Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Iris Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Justus Kafunjo

Disliked: Staff & service
It was a prison for 3 days. Reception was disorganised for they could not even agree that I had paid. No internet, hard water, workers not truthful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Seamus

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not so cheap and cheerful

On the positive side, the staff were efficient, polite and friendly. If you like Indian sub-continent food, the independently run resturant is ok, the food being spicy but with too much sauce/gravy for my taste. The WiFi was ok. Less positively, there were only three (France 24, CNN and Al Jazeera) English language news channels. The hotel, probably for reasons of the owner's/manager's religious beliefs was teetotal; while this is not a problem, it should be advertised. Cleanliness was a challenge - I saw two small cockroaches so there were definitely many more and breeding. The area was characterised by very small shops, unpaved roads (so dusty) and noise. The bed was hard and the pillows lumpy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Me

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is clean and a few steps away from a mall with good supermarket. Taxi stands and main road are just there downstairs. Staff are very friendly and way better than any hotel I stayed at recently they are extremely respectful and caring. Great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon sejour dans l'ensemble,établissement basique,mais propre,bien situé,personnel agréable,sauf petit-dejeuner quelconque et limité.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great value in the city centre

The Iris Hotel is located in the city centre in an area that is both local and central - to the city, to the Zanzibar ferry and convenient (enough) for the airport. Expectations should be pitched at the price - true it's a little rough around the edges but the staff are very friendly and helpful. It's safe but usual precautions apply. The breakfast is adequate and is served in a comfortable and very clean dining room. Bedrooms have cable TV (if that's important to you), AC and a fan. WiFi only works in public areas but the signal there is strong. I'd have no hesitations recommending this hotel if you're looking for a central, clean and value-for-money hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Eureka

Liked: Room comfort
Cheap stay in Dar es Salaam. The hotel is located in Kariakoo so-called a busy place, but convenient surroundings with a supermarket "citymall" and nice local restaurants as well. I was satisfied with my staying at this place.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Dar es Salam

We arrived to Dar at 3:00 a.m. But Hotel provided for hotel shuttle, really apreciate. Medium hotel, clean with nice staff, but facilities has to be improve, as well bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Fie Jensen and Chris

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

Stolen money from the room. Do not stay.

We got stolen $400 USD from our room, and the hotel doesn't want to take responsibility for it. We were one gone for only 2 hours and the door was locked. Staff steals there. Will never stay again and will not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

2/10 Terrible

Tracey, Lehigh Valley Pa

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

Better off hanging at the airport

Very spartan by any standard. No blankets or towels given. Bed like sleeping on a door with sheets. Was so uncomfortable I did not sleep anyway. Should have just stayed at the airport.... would have gotten more sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Sara, Australia

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

Excellent Budget Option

Really comfortable room in a really nice place with friendly, warm staff. Best budget option I have experienced in Dar Es Salaam, and was much better quality than I was expecting. Food places close by as well.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Good^^

Good for price.

8/10 Good

Sanne Lindsten, Denmark

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

Nice experience

I arrived late and spent one night at Livingstone hotel together with my boyfriend from Zanzibar, who arrived earlier. The room was totally perfect for the night. Cute and clean, and the breakfast the day after was alright to. I will most likely stay there again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Meget god service og venligt personale, området hotellet lå i var dog ikke særlig spændende, da der ikke var meget at se og lave. Hotellet ligger I et buisnesskvater, så hvis man er er der grundet forretning er det helt ideelt til dette

8/10 Good

Erkki, Helsinki

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Afrikan kierros

Ystävällinen henkilökunta. Hinta laatu kohdallaan.

6/10 Okay

Olof, Stockholm

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
you have to add in info about the hotel, they dont serve alcohol, and no bacon for brekfast, its the 3:d hotel I booked with you same thing happend, be better to info your guest about things like this, so long Ola'O

10/10 Excellent

traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant, ideal location and very friendly staff with clean rooms

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room had AIR CONDITIONING and a porch for smoking.

10/10 Excellent

Viktor, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great value for the money

Great value for the money.

6/10 Okay

WON KYUNG, Africa tour

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good hotel for biz.

Fist time, they didn't provide me breakfast time. So I missed it. But they are friendly.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are nice, the rooms are basic, location is central.

10/10 Excellent

Dewi, Amsterdam

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

Goed budget hotel!

Mijn bagage was kwijt geraakt tijdens mijn vlucht. Hotel heeft mij hier heel goed mee geholpen om te zorgen dat ik dit zo snel mogelijk terug kreeg. Personeel is zeer vriendelijk. Kamers zijn schoon en ruim. De ligging is midden in het hectische centrum. Heel dichtbij de kariakoo markt!

8/10 Good

Olga, Екатеринбург

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

Вполне приемлемый отель в центре.

Номер нормальный, доброжелательный персонал, помогающий решить все проблемы, заявленного высокого качества белья не заметила.

8/10 Good

Harriet, Tanga, Tanzania eller Malmö Sverige

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

Harriet Rickman tycker det här hotellet fungerar

Service är det inget fel på då vi kom fick vi ett rum ut mot bakgården utan en välfungerande dush men detta rättades snart till av managern, så vi fick ett bekvämt rum med fungerande inredning samt balkong. Dock är jag något besviken på frukosten, då jag gärna skulle se ett något fylligare utbud, för det priset som dom tar per rum,, och ja jag kommer förmodligen att åka dit igen.. HAKUNA MATATA

4/10 Poor

emanuele, roma

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

Mai piu... Never more

la stanza risulta spartana e pulita. la posizione è comoda da raggiungere anche se l'area nei dintorni è poco attraente. abbiamo avuto discussioni col personale di agenzie di viaggio che ci hanno minacciato verbalmente e messo le mani addosso all'interno della hall. Da parte della reception non c'è stato nessun aiuto e nessun interesse a sedare gli animi. totalmente disinteressati e distanti dalla situazione. vergognoso. Pessima figura da parte dell hotel. The room is spartan but clean. The position is convenient even if the area around it is unattractive. we had discussion with the travel agencies staff who have verbally threatened and put their hands on us in the lobby . By the reception there was no help and no interest to calm tempers . Totally disinterested and distant from the situation. shameful . Not raccomandable

6/10 Okay

Nelson, London

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

Very short stay

We stayed at F10 on two occasions; initially for 2 nights (twin room), then for a single night (double room/bed) ten days later. The room we had on our second visit was significantly nicer than the initial room, despite both on the same floor, 3 doors apart from each other. I would recommend booking a double room in opposed to a twin room. Though the furniture in the room looks rather tired and worn, the room was very clean and tidy, with A/C, a fridge and television. We did see a cockroach on our second arrival but it was a single incident and it is difficult not to encounter bugs while in Africa. The staff were soooooo helpful and made our stay really comfortable. The hotel is located in a clutter of side roads so expect to get lost in the local area if travelling on foot. The local area has everything you'd need from internet cafes, to big markets - the location is very good.