Tembo House Hotel | Hotel in Zanzibar Town

| 8.6 (847 Reviews) | 1 Bathroom

Hotel in Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near old fort
spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of tembo house hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa
change of towels is available on request
tembo house hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

this zanzibar town hotel provides complimentary wireless internet access Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool

the recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply

Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524, Tanzania

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Accessibility

Transportation/Shuttle

Business Services

Sports/Activities

Bedding/Linens

Wellness Facilities

Spa

Restaurant

Bar

Toiletries

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Soap

Toilet paper

Private bathroom

Shampoo

Designer toiletries

Towels

Bedroom

Heating (climate-controlled)

Ceiling fan

Egyptian cotton sheets

Bed sheets

Air conditioning

Iron/ironing board (on request)

Electrical adapters/chargers

Laptop-friendly workspace

Turndown service

Phone

Water-efficient toilets only

Water-efficient showers only

Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Desk

Free local calls

Safe

LED light bulbs

Breakfast

Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children

24-hour room service

1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe

Free daily reception

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Mini-fridge

Free bottled water

Electric kettle

Parking

Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Free secured self parking on site

Limited onsite parking

Area shuttle

Airport shuttle on request

Wheelchair-accessible parking available

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Limo/town car service

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Tile flooring in room

This property does not have elevators

Low-height counter and sink

Raised toilet seat

In-room accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Activities

Fishing

Parasailing

Safari

Scuba diving

Snorkeling

Hot springs

Swimming

Boat tours

Foosball table

Playground

Farming classes

Children's pool

3 outdoor pools

Billiards/pool table

Arcade/game room

Full-service spa

Entertainment

Cable channels

32-inch LED TV

General

Conference space (161 square feet)

Meeting room

Business center

Library

Vending machine

Lockers available

Reception hall

ATM/banking services

Front-desk safe

Free newspapers in lobby

Water dispenser

Swahili

French

Portuguese

Dutch

Russian

Swedish

German

Spanish

Hindi

Italian

English

Arabic

Norwegian

Living plant wall

100% renewable energy

Comprehensive food waste policy

No plastic drinking straws

Romance packages available

Comprehensive recycling policy

Couples dining

TV in lobby

Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

At least 80% organic food

Reusable cups only

Beach towels

Local artist showcase

Vegetarian dining options

Local culture & ecosystem education

Games

Water dispenser

At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Designated smoking areas

At least 80% of food locally-sourced

Guest Services

Laundry facilities

Playground

Children's pool

3 outdoor pools

Mini-fridge

Snack bar/deli

Arcade/game room

Laundry facilities

24-hour front desk

Daily housekeeping

Turndown service

Concierge services

Tour/ticket assistance

Hair salon

Change of towels (on request)

Multilingual staff

Porter/bellhop

Wedding services

Dry cleaning service

Change of bedsheets (on request)

Luggage storage

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)

Terrace

Picnic area

Garden

Beachfront location

Beach loungers

Pool sun loungers

Spa

Body wraps

Facials

Massages

Body scrubs

Couples treatment room(s)

Spa open daily

Manicures and pedicures

Body treatments

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime contactless check-in available early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability express check-in available minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 10 am contactless check-out available express check-out available late check-out subject to availability

Child Policy

Children are welcome. kids stay free! up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 35.0 per day.

Payment Policy

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately usd 15 for adults and 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.

Pet Policy

No pets or service animals allowed

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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards 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 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Greg L

Jul 10, 2025 03:38:24 PM

Review Score: 10

Summary: Great place to stay in downtown area. It is right on the beach!

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view Room Size: 592 square feet m² 3 Double Bed and Twin Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, Kitchen, Number of bedrooms - 2, Microwave, Balcony, Square feet - 592, Location - top floor, Ping - 16.64, Bed count maximum 3, Square meters - 55, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view Room Size: 269 square feet m² 2 Twin Beds	General Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 269, Number of bedrooms - 0, Sea view, Location - top floor, Square meters - 25, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Balcony or patio, No rollaway/extra beds, Balcony, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view Room Size: 344 square feet m² 3 Twin Beds	General Square meters - 32, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Sea view, Balcony, Location - top floor, Square feet - 344, Ping - 9.67, Bed count maximum 3, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Number of bedrooms - 1, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Square meters - 30, No rollaway/extra beds, Slippers, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Ocean view, Bed count maximum 1
Double Room with Balcony and Sea view Room Size: 301 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square meters - 28, Sea view, Location - top floor, Square feet - 301, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Balcony or patio, Rollaway/extra beds (free), Ping - 8.46, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Family Room with Balcony and Sea view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 3 King Bed and Twin Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Number of bedrooms - 0, Sea view, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Balcony or patio, Square meters - 30, Balcony, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Double Room at Annex building Room Size: 237 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Square feet - 237, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 7, Location - top floor, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square meters - 22, City view, Free cribs/infant beds
Twin Room with Balcony and City view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 2 Queen Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, Balcony or patio, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Number of bedrooms - 0, Balcony, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Double Room with City view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 1 Double Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Number of bedrooms - 0, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Triple Room at Annex building Room Size: 280 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Queen Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 280, Square meters - 26, Location - top floor, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Free cribs/infant beds, Ping - 7.87, Bed count maximum 2
Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 9, Number of bedrooms - 1, Beach view, Square feet - 323, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Balcony or patio, Square meters - 30, Location - ground floor, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Twin Room at Annex building Room Size: 237 square feet m² 2 Large Twin Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 237, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 6.66, Location - top floor, Extra bed count 0, Bed count minimum 2, Square meters - 22, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Double Room Room Size: 301 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Location - ground floor, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Square meters - 28, Ping - 8.46, Square feet - 301, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Standard Twin Room Room Size: 269 square feet m² 2 Twin Beds	General Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 269, Location - ground floor, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Square meters - 25, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Triple Room Room Size: 344 square feet m² 2 Twin Bed and King Bed	General Square meters - 32, Number of living rooms 0, Location - ground floor, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 344, Ping - 9.67, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Number of bedrooms - 1, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Wheelchair accessible, Free cribs/infant beds, Balcony or patio, Square meters - 30, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Ocean view, Bed count maximum 1
Family Room at Annex Building Room Size: 376 square feet m² 3 King Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, Rollaway/extra beds (free), Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 11, Location - top floor, Bed count maximum 3, Square meters - 35, Extra bed count 1, Square feet - 376, City view, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Double Room with Balcony and City view Room Size: 323 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, Balcony or patio, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Number of bedrooms - 0, Balcony, Location - top floor, Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
Family Room, Balcony, Garden View Room Size: 376 square feet m² 3 King Beds	General Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Garden view, Ping - 11, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Bed count maximum 3, Square meters - 35, Square feet - 376, Bed count minimum 3

FAQ's

Is this Tembo House Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in time for Tembo House Hotel starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Tembo House Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Tembo House Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Tembo House Hotel?

Best-rates for the Tembo House Hotel starts from $170 per night with includes View, Business Services, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, Pool, Spa, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Restaurant, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Bar, Internet with all other facilities. ODS matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Tembo House Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Tembo House Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Tembo House Hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Tembo House Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Tembo House Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Tembo House Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Tembo House Hotel are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

US $170