Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Treat yourself to ocean views over breakfast or relax by one of three sparkling pools.
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
View from property
Junior Suite, Ocean View | View from room
On the beach, white sand, beach shuttle, sun-loungers
View from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb

Room options

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Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Freddie Mercury Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Double Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk
  • House of Wonders - 6 min walk
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Old Fort
Located close to Forodhani Gardens and House of Wonders, Tembo House Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a body wrap at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, barbecues and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and electric kettles

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 161 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

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 5.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 10 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Tembo House Hotel?

As of 1 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tembo House Hotel on 5 Feb 2025 start from AU$217.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tembo House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tembo House Hotel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tembo House Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tembo House Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tembo House Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens and Nakupenda Beach. Hamamni Persian Baths and House of Wonders are also within 10 minutes.

Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 770 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 770 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 770 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 770 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 770 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building. Close to local attractions. Good food. Walkable. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

H.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy Tembo Hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Henry, Kampala

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Stone Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Abe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept with antique feeling and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shawn, Gatineau

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The building as a piece of Zanzibar history is an asset, are as the friendliness of morning staff. It stops there. Upon checkin we were provided a room adjacent to the eating area, where there is no privacy as the room opens onto people eating. The window looks put at a wall, the bathroom window is at street level and the a/c was not working. Despite efforts to fix the a/c, this was not successful and we requested another room. Upon being informed there was no other rooms available we left the sauna that was our room to walk along the beach. The pictures on the website of the beach area and the reality that the private beach is simply the length of the lounge chairs partitioned by a small room from the very public and very busy beach. Since it's a commercial area for tour boats and other vessels, you can't move without being harassed to buy something or tour to Prison Island. Plus it's not an ideal area for swimming. Upon return to the hotel we were informed a room was found, which turned out to be worse than the original room. It was next to the pool, so no privacy and the beach area is quite busy at night, so no sleep. The next day we found other accomodations and checked out of Tempo House Hotel. For anyone wanting to drink, there is no alcohol sold at this property. Further, people are coming and going without vérification they are guests, which is a safety concern. This property is a high price hostel. Period.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced Very old hotel, rooms and hotel not well cleaned, chaotic check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Rizwan

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was noisy, dirty. The only good thing about this hotel was the pool on first floor. The AC in the room did not work properly. Due to noise and heat during night, I couldn't sleep properly. The registration ladies do not know much and booked me for three more days and then cancelled without informing me. thank God, they cancelled it and I moved to good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamid, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is centrally located with amenities and wonderful service. We have a stayed here before and came back because of location and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved every thing about the property. The food was great They need to offer more Zanzibar foods The people were so hrlpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jayantha, New Westminster

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet was not good, very weak. Our room was not too spacious. No chair or table in our room. Good location. Staff always there to help you. Beach front is a good place to watch locals in the evening time. staff make sure all the areas are clean all the time. Good breakfast buffet! Hot water and A/C very good. Enough TV channels. Family friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional. Pools beautiful location perfect. Staff consistently went out of there way to make you happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the staff and amenities. The pools were a great benefit. Staff was very helpful. Good location. Stated twice during our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. Hotel was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were Excellent, friendly, and knowledgeable and they go above and beyond for the guests. One even offered to escort me to where I needed to go. I was thankful but declined as I was confident that I could find it. I definitely would return to this hotel again if I ever came back to Tanzania, which I plan to do.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ZEINAB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the sheets were not clean! There were some stains. We asked the staff to change them
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The TV kept going on and off all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an historic site in UNESCO world historic Stonetown. The shopping district and amazing restaurants are in the immediate area. The hotel is full-service and convenient to attractions around the island. It is on the beach and offers a good, full breakfast. The Gelato bar offered delicious, exotic choices. I really loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angela, carlisle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting historic property. I had a huge room/suite in the annex across the street from the main building. Ocean front restaurant was lovely. Location was great for exploring the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pick up at the airport.was there on time. We were greeted by name by the front desk staff. They were very friendly and no question was ever brushed off. All the staff at the hotel and restaurant were friendly. We felt very safe for the whole time we were there. Thank you so very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Great Location
Check-In Time
12:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0