Zanzibar Coffee House

Hotels
8.9 (905 reviews)
Mkunazini Street 1563/64 , Zanzibar City , TZ

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Authentic, charming atmosphere and beautiful building
Exceptional rooftop breakfast and coffee
Very friendly, helpful and attentive staff
Central, top location in Stone Town
Comfortable and unique rooms
Good value for money
Cons:
Plumbing noise in at least one suite affecting sleep
Some bathroom issues: awkward layouts, private/outside bathrooms, weak water pressure
Wifi not functional for at least one guest
Room allocation issue: twin beds given instead of double for one booking
One missed promised takeaway breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Rooms repeatedly described as warm, comfortable and cleaned; guests specifically note tidy rooms and rooftop area.
Service
9.6
Service is a standout: staff repeatedly praised as friendly, helpful and attentive (several mentions by name); one lapse with a missed takeaway breakfast but overall excellence.
Location
9.6
Multiple mentions of a prime, central Stone Town location within easy walking distance of sights and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms described as comfortable and unique but some negatives: plumbing noise in one suite, awkward bathroom layouts, private/outside bathrooms in some rooms and at least one bedding mix-up (twin vs double).
Amenities
8
Excellent rooftop terrace and coffee offerings are strong; however wifi issues, weak shower water pressure and limited other amenities were noted.
Value for Money
9
Guests explicitly call out a good price-quality ratio and consider the stay excellent value.
Food and Beverage
9.6
Breakfast and coffee repeatedly described as exceptional (rooftop breakfast highlighted); one missed takeaway breakfast noted but F&B impressions are highly positive.
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall very positive stay with charming atmosphere, beautiful building and excellent staff; a few service/room issues (sleep disturbance, wifi, bathroom layout) tempered perfection for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 01:38

Property Description

Indulge in History and Charm
Step into a world of old-world charm at Zanzibar Coffee House, where each uniquely designed room offers a blend of history and modern comfort. From antique details to modern conveniences like free WiFi, immerse yourself in a truly unique experience.

Coffee Connoisseur's Delight
Awaken your senses at the hotel's coffee shop, where trained baristas craft a variety of coffees for you to enjoy. Indulge in delicious cakes or savor a meal while surrounded by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
With a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and laundry facilities, your every need is taken care of at Zanzibar Coffee House. Plus, enjoy the convenience of airport transfers to and from Zanzibar Airport, just 8 km away.

Important information:

The Zanzibar Coffee House is entirely a nonsmoking zone.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ZNZ

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 905 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 8.1
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annette • family_with_children • dk
9
Smukt, stilfuldt og imødekommende atmosfære
Pros:

Beliggenheden var genial - i hjertet af Stone Town. Huset var smukt og smagfuldt. Morgenmaden på tagterrassen var skøn og kaffen var naturligvis eminent!

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Hiroshi • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
10
Fantastic stay at ZCH!
Pros:

Location was great, staff incredibly friendly, food and coffee was amazing! They let us safely store a bag there while we went on safari and collect it afterwards - very helpful!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I had a lovely stay at the Zanzibar Coffee House. I only spent one night but the place managed to spin its charm on me. From the delicious coffee to the well thought out rooms - the branded linen, the coffee beans on the bed, the rooftop views. Not much to fault. I will be back!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Vera • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Beautifully restored building in the heart of stonetown. Our room was spacious and very comfortable . The staff were a delight . Breakfasts served on the roof terrace were delicious

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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carine • couple • ch
8
Würde wieder gehen
Pros:

Die Lage , die authenzität, die Freundlichkeit. Iast wirklich ein gutes hotel zum Stone Town besuchen

Cons:

Die Dusche im Gang.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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carine • couple • ch
9
ideal für ein Stone Town Besuch
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage. Arabica suite ist super. Ideal zum Stone Town besuchen

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

The staff were amazing, great location in old town, loved breakfast on the roof and my room was very comfortable

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • za
10
gerne und immer wieder
Pros:

Lage, Geschichte des Hauses, ständiger leckerer Kaffeeduft, aber ganz besonders das von Herzen kommende überaus freundliche Lächeln und die Aufmerksamkeit der Mitarbeiterinnen bis hin zum Night Concierge

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • solo_traveller • fr
10
Great moment for a peaceful place in Stone Town
Pros:

Great breakfast with beautiful view, coffee is excellent, the bathroom is spacious and really enjoyable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Mykola • solo_traveller • ua
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Verena • solo_traveller • de
10
Wunderbar
Pros:

Mitten im Stonetowm mit einer tollen Dach Terrasse. Ein altes Kaffee Haus mit Zimmern, die ein bisschen in die prunkvolle Vergangenheit der Stadt führen ….Herrlich.

Cons:

Alles Bestens

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Prasun • solo_traveller • us
8
Nice one night stay close to Malaga station
Pros:

- Location, location, location
- Helpful staff

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Trish • couple • ca
10
We loved it. It was a first class experience.
Pros:

It felt like an authentic Stone Town experience. The staff, particularly Philomena and Miriam were so friendly and helpful. The views from the rooftop were great!

Cons:

It took time to get used to having the bathroom down the hall but it was very clean and private.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • extended_group • us
10
Absolutely LOVED the Zanzibar Coffee House
Pros:

I loved everything about the Zanzibar Coffee House. The building itself is so beautiful! My room was spacious and comfortable. My private bathroom was just down the hall and it was fantastic...wish I could replicate it at my house.
The staff are friendly and welcoming, excellent service. The complimentary breakfast was absolutely delicious.
By far the best coffee I had during my 5 weeks in Africa. The location is very central so there's plenty to see and do within walking distance. I highly recommend staying at the Zanzibar Coffee House! I do hope to return.
eith gratitude,
Tracey

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • nz
9
A wonderful opportunity to stay in a Stone Town original house
Pros:

The breakfast was great and the location,despite some steep stairs, was exceptional. The staff were excellent

Cons:

I think spraying the room with insect repellent is a good idea, but guests need to be told that they have to stay away from their rooms for at least 20 minutes before it is safe to go back in.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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PLHX • couple • fr
10
Amazing
Pros:

Amazing place and staff

Cons:

n/a

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Michaela • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee