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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Treat yourself to ocean views over breakfast or relax by one of three sparkling pools.

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

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Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

Highlights

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

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Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Highlights

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

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Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony
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

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Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

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

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Double Room at Annex building

Double Room at Annex building

Highlights

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

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Twin Room with Balcony and City view

Twin Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

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

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Double Room with City view

Double Room with City view

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room at Annex building

Triple Room at Annex building

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

Highlights

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

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Twin Room at Annex building | View from room

Twin Room at Annex building

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Highlights

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

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Family Room at Annex Building

Family Room at Annex Building

Highlights

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

View all photos for Double Room with Balcony and City view

Double Room with Balcony and City view

Double Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer 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 body wrap, a manicure/pedicure or a body scrub 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, wedding services and a vending machine
  • 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

Tembo House Hotel Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Zanzibar Town
Tembo House
Tembo House Hotel Hotel
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

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 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tembo House Hotel on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$203.10, 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.

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Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 795 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 795 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 795 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 795 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 795 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

Robert

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Very good hotel for short stay of 2 or 3 days. Good location close to restaurants, shops and on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robina

The hotel staff made every effort to make sure we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azaan

Thr property is very conveniently located in Stone Town. The staff was excellent and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Beautiful property on the beach. Two lovely pools. Great food but unfortunately does not sell alcohol.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Great location in the heart of Stone Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Abe

Very well kept with antique feeling and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Very beautiful hotel! Happy I have chose this hotel to stay in the city! Walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

The room was gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rubina

I loved everything about this property. The hospitality of the staff in all areas, the open lay out of the property and proximity of dining to the ocean, the clean and beautiful rooms, and the quality and variety of food options at the breakfast buffet. The property is perfectly located at walking distance to shops, restaurants and main markets. I would definitely stay here again without a doubt. A big thank you to Tembo House!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Historic building. Close to local attractions. Good food. Walkable. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ebba

They have atleast three hotel complex so its a bit hard to know which one of those you are in. But I liked the hotel and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Great beachfront historical property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamid

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

Monica

We had an amazing time. Hotel was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai Bjarne

Local hotel centrally situated
Nice stay at a hotel centrally situated, with “personality” and a friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalila

Very good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Staff were exceptional. Pools beautiful location perfect. Staff consistently went out of there way to make you happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Liked: 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

Benjamin

Best place in stone town
As usual it was an excellent stay at Tembo house. The breakfast is amazing and the rooftop pool is agreat please to see fishing boats going out or coming in during sunset. Chef Haji is amazing when it comes to the spices and the overall friendliness of the staff and manager is great. Home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Overnight in Stonetown
We spend an amazing 2 days at Tembo house. It is a historic hotel with lots of charm. Service is nice and the rooms are large and comfortable. I would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Charming hotel with good location
Good location on the beach. Close to boats that you can take to visit islands and sandbanks. Nice staff and incredibly charming hotel. Good restaurant with mixed menu. Perfect to end the holiday here to visit Stone Town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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