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About this property
Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views. The hotel's Bahari Restaurant offers local as well international cuisine. Room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged. Other facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, a shared lounge, concierge and laundry services. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving and cycling. The property offers free parking. Zanzibar port is a 5-minute drive away and the Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from Tembo House Hotel. Offering three different swimming pools including a roof top pool.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- 3 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Private beach area
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 double beds Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
3 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed | ||
3 extra-large double beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed and 1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
3 large double beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Haytham
United Arab Emirates“Excellent location in the heart of the downtown with sea front access. The hotel is a historical building, beautifully renovated to nearly its original shape. Staff are very welcoming and do their best to help” 
Linda
Australia“Loved the pools. The location was great. Staff at check in very friendly”
Priya
India“Amazing location, breakfast, cute rooms and by the corniche and beach.”- Sprinter51
Italy“Excellent location right in centre and beachfront. A short walk to the beach activities area where all the boats leave from. The buffet breakfast had a good selection of food, juices and coffee, tea. My room was in the annex and extremely...” - Alaa
Jordan“Beautiful place, nice dishes, clean path, beach also amazing, has 3 swimming pools, the restaurant has amazing prices and delicious dishes.” 
Leila
United Kingdom“I loved the architecture and the decor. It felt very authentic. I loved all the different pools and staircases.”- Axel
Germany“It has been a great stay there, special thanks to entire team which tooks each effort to make our stay great. The pools were phantastic experience. The location is perfect to experience the old town.” - Anni
Finland“The pools were amazing! Staff was very friendly and breakfast was heavenly. Everything was very beautiful. For Zanzibar, where everything is expensive, the price was very fair.” - Hans
Netherlands“Amazing hotel, THE place to stay when in Stone Town. Great over the sea and harbor, right at the beach. We loved it. And stayed by the way in the building ‘across the street’ and enjoyed that as well. The building had its own pool and was very quiet” - Zia-zia
Canada“Great location and views. Excellent breakfast selection (though it wasn't ready by 7 as stated). We loved the rooftop pools! Layout of place is beautiful. Knowing its history adds to the charm. Free lounge chairs & beach towels. Bedroom and...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Tembo Bahari Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Australian • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
One child under 6 years stays for free in existing bedding.
One child from 6 to 10 years old pays USD 20 per person, per night in an extra bed.
One older child or adult pays USD 30 per person, per night in an extra bed.
Please inform Tembo House Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
