27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel

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Independent
7 (2 reviews)
Nyerere Road, Zanzibar Town , Zanzibar Town , TZ
255-777841741

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Television in common areas
Library
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Extremely close to the airport
Friendly, helpful reception and staff
24-hour restaurant and good breakfast
Good value for short/overnight stays
Luggage storage offered
Quick access for early/late flights
Cons:
Persistent chemical/strong odor reported in rooms
Rooms in need of refurbishment; uncomfortable beds
Poor soundproofing / noisy at times
Air conditioning issues in some rooms
Occasional slow meal service
At least one reported shuttle/transfer coordination failure

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Mixed reports: some guests found rooms clean, several mentioned a strong chemical/dirty odor in rooms and concerns about room smell.
Service
8.5
Consistently praised: reception and staff described as very friendly, helpful (e.g., luggage held, recommendations). A few isolated issues (forgotten shuttle) but overall efficient and hospitable.
Location
9
Outstanding for airport needs: repeatedly noted as very close to the airport and ideal for short stays or early/late flights.
Room Quality
5
Rooms often described as tired and in need of a facelift: uncomfortable mattresses, poor air conditioning in some rooms, and occasional bathroom issues.
Amenities
6.5
Basic but useful: 24-hour restaurant, on-site dining and TV/sports bar; air-conditioning and shuttle service had occasional problems.
Value for Money
8
Viewed as economical and good value for short overnight stays or airport transfers; guests repeatedly noted it as a budget-friendly option.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Generally positive comments about breakfast and restaurant availability; isolated complaints about slow service and an instance of poor pizza quality.
Overall Experience
6.5
Suitable and convenient for short airport stays with friendly staff and good location, but room quality, odors, noise and occasional service lapses limit suitability for longer stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-04 22:00

Property Description

Scenic Garden Views and Modern Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a television in a common area and a banquet hall.

Delicious Dining Options and Socializing Spaces
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of 27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Comfortable Accommodation and Convenient Services
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Book now for a relaxing stay at 27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel in Zanzibar Town!

Important information:

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: 024

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Covid

    Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

  • General

    Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

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Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 2 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 5
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 6.5
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Rolf • solo_traveller • nl
10
Prima overnachten vlak bij het vliegveld
Pros:

Vlakbij het vliegveld, gezellige binnentuin en restaurant.

Cons:

Kamer was wat eenvoudig en een beetje muf.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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olivier • solo_traveller • fr
5
Moyen
Pros:

Hébergement propre et fonctionnel , climatisé. Emplacement permettant un accès rapide à l’aéroport.

Cons:

Nos chambres étaient situées près de l’espace restauration, service continu...il a fallu intervenir car la musique (volume ++) toujours très audible à 1h du matin...

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
H
Hans • family_with_children • za
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Vanda • solo_traveller • hr
10
Pros:

Hotel je odmah uz glavnu cestu, ali se apsolutno ne cuje promet. Osoblje i restoran/kafić odlični, rade cijelu noć. Osjećate se jako opušteno i sigurno, svaka preporuka

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Markus • extended_group • de
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Salim • solo_traveller • om
7
I would still like to stay in this hotel next time I visit Zanzibar.
Pros:

The hotel is at centre near to everything you need, transport, food,city centre, airport, shops etc. Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Unfortunately the breakfast is always the same stuff. Would be nice if there same choice.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
A
Agnes • family_with_children • fr
7
Bien pour une nuit à côté de l’aéroport .
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Lionel • extended_group • fr
8
Parfait pour une arrivée d’avion tardive ou un départ tôt
Pros:

Proximité avec l’aéroport

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
Šarūnas • couple • lt
8
Pros:

Close to the airport, comfortable for one night, good breakfast

Cons:

Smell of chemicals in the room

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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maria • solo_traveller • es
1
Fatal
Pros:

Cercanía al aeropuerto

Cons:

Tienen habitaciones en la planta baja y en ellas el ruido por la noche es insoportable. Elegimos el hotel para descansar unas horas antes de un vuelo de madrugada y no pudimos pegar ojo. Tuvieron todo el tiempo una televisión encendida a todo volumen en un patio que da a las habitaciones. A las dos de la mañana que nos fuimos para el aeropuerto, la televisión seguía funcionando a todo volumen.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • dk
8
Alle værelser ligger væk fra vejen - hvilket er et stort plus😊
Pros:

Søgte en nem overnatning efter ankomst til Zanzibar om natten. Værelset var fint og som forventet - morgenmaden ligeså. Venligt personale.

Cons:

Receptionen forsøgte ved ankomst, at vi skulle betale for opholdet igen, men da vi sagde, at opholdet var betalt, skulle vi bare sove og vente til i morgen. Næste morgen var alt ok

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Ntshuxeko Unity • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

Value for money

Cons:

Food

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Fireblade1962 • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great place for a over night stop if you are having acearly morning flight, staff great help you with anything. Breakfast was great abd plentiful. Would defiantly stay again.

Cons:

No comments for this section

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
S
Sarkis • solo_traveller • es
4
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
D
Diandra • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Proximity to airport

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Très bien placé à côté de l'aéroport. J'ai pu aboir un petit déjeuner servi très tôt avant mon vol

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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armindo • solo_traveller • fr
6
Cons:

mauvaise insonorisation de la chambre.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • solo_traveller • pl
9
Dobry hotel niedaleko lotniska
Pros:

Bardzo klimatyczny hotel, z pięknym ,tonącym w zieleni patio. Bardzo czysto. Personel bez zarzutu. W restauracji zjedliśmy pyszną samosę, wypiliśmy wspaniałą kawę z ekspresu, co na Zanzibarze nie jest wcale zbyt częste. Śniadanie smaczne. No i bardzo blisko lotniska

Cons:

Wszystko było w porządku.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Shameelah • couple • pl
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Edwin • couple • us
8
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee