Equalia Rose Hotel

Hotels
8 (172 reviews)
Kibigija, jambiani. Zanzibar next to blue oyster hotel , Jambiani , tz

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Currency exchange
Private check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Invoice provided
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Power and water issues
Uncomfortable pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Generally clean but some rooms had issues with electricity and water.
Service
8.8
Staff consistently described as friendly and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
8.34
Great beachfront location with easy access to the beach.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms generally clean and comfortable, but some guests mentioned hard beds.
Amenities
7.82
Pools and beachfront access praised; minor issues with power cuts were noted.
Value for Money
7.78
Mixed sentiments about the pricing of the restaurant and breakfast offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.33
Food quality issues mentioned but some guests enjoyed the offerings.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall a good experience with minor setbacks; the guests expressed a willingness to recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:23

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Private Beach Area

Experience paradise at Equalia Rose hotel in Jambiani, where you can wake up to breathtaking sea views from your balcony. Indulge in the luxury of having a private beach area just steps away from your accommodation.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Enjoy a hassle-free stay with our 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and room service. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Comfortable Rooms with Scenic Views

Relax in well-appointed rooms featuring balconies with garden or city views. Unwind in a private bathroom with a refreshing shower and complimentary toiletries.

Book now to make Equalia Rose hotel your ultimate seaside retreat.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 172 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 7.82
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 7.33
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Lucile couple fr
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Réka family_with_children hu
9
Pros:

We spent 6 nights in the hotel, it was our best stay ever and it is because the people.
The hotel had some minor issues (for example the lock didn't work on 1 door), but the staff was always ready to help, even when one of us stepped in sea urchin they performed a little surgery on his foot without hesitation.
My father had his 66th birthday there and they went above and beyond. Their customer service is excellent.
I would like to thank you for everything it was a pleasure to meet you all.

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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hernandez couple fr
1
Pros:

L’emplacement de l’hôtel est pas mal ,par contre quand on est arrivé la baie vitrée ne se fermait pas, c’est mon ami qui a dû la réparer et graisser le barillet, rien ne fonctionnait…la salle de bain les toilettes fuit au sol et la nuit pratique pour aller au toilette sans se mouiller les pieds…
Ensuite des coupures d’électricité, tous les jours, même la nuit et même fenêtre ouverte, je peux vous certifier qu’on a vécu l’horreur sans climatisation. Le bruit le matin 5h30 les locaux on sait qu’ils sont là…
Le personnel est très gentil ,comme souvent à Zanzibar
vraiment je conseille pas cette établissement . Très déçu !!

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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Maarten couple nl
8
we were very happy, the short time we have been there
Pros:

breakfast was good, the room, first floor is amazing with the seaview, and everybody was so nice.

Cons:

diffecult find the entre, but locals help you,

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nicoletta extended_group it
2
Cons:

Non c’era acqua

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
M
Muhammad couple ca
10
Pros:

beautiful property with very friendly staff

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Anna Maria family_with_children it
6
Pros:

La camera con balcone sul mare

Cons:

Le camere erano piccole, il servizio del ristorante, anche a colazione, troppo lento.
L'hotel ha un accesso alla spiaggia stretto.
C'è una piccola piscina assolutamente non utilizzabile perché troppo piccola e in una posizione angusta. Rapporto qualità prezzo assolutamente fuori luogo

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Kim Silinda family_with_children za
9
2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Benjamin couple gb
10
A Slice of Paradise in Jambiani
Pros:

Our stay at Aquelia Rose hotel was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of genuine warmth and hospitality that made it very hard to leave!
A massive thank you to Mike and the entire team for being such incredible hosts. Mike goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels at home, and his local knowledge is invaluable. He gave us the best tips for exploring Jambiani and Zanzibar Island, from football Tanzanian game place to
spice farm tour ensuring we experienced the authentic side of the island and the most beautiful local spots.
A special shout-out to Massa and the rest of the staff. Their kindness and attention to detail during breakfast were remarkable—we felt truly cared for throughout our entire stay. It’s rare to find service that feels this personal and sincere.
The hotel itself is beautiful with a perfect location front beach , but it’s the people who make it a world-class experience. If you are looking for a place where you’ll feel welcomed like family and treated with the utmost care, look no further than Aquelia Rose.
Also, appreciate access to food and drink from kitchen ☺️
We can’t wait to come back!

Cons:

Nothing really during our stay, just location first time is hard to find for driver but since we inform close to Blue Oyster Hotel all taxis or TukTuk will bring you there

2025-12-24 via Nuitee
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Arthurs family_with_children za
9
Fantastic ❤️
Pros:

Everything ❤️ You literally walk down some stairs and you are already on the beach. The staff were super amazing with my daughter and I. The rooms were cleaned daily. WiFi worked. Rooms had air-cons plus a fan, hot water. I would definitely go back there and recommend to my family and friends. 100% value for money.

Cons:

Cant really think of anything. Our stay was magical from day one.

2025-12-10 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

Parfait
Personnel au top
Chb propre et fonctionnelle
Je recommande

2025-11-30 via Nuitee
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Léa family_with_children fr
9
Pros:

Amazing view, nice room with AC

Cons:

Bathroom

2025-11-16 via Nuitee
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Volkan couple de
6
2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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julien extended_group fr
8
2025-11-13 via Nuitee
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Antidius couple pl
5
2025-11-08 via Nuitee
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Anastasia couple gr
10
Relaxed 😌
Pros:

Exceptional Stay! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Everything during our stay was perfect. The room and facilities were very clean and well-prepared, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. The reception staff, especially Mikael, were incredibly friendly and helpful, as were the manager and the rest of the team.
The food was excellent, with a nice selection of dishes and fresh juices. They can also prepare special meals upon request, which was a lovely personal touch.
Overall, we had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for comfort, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Cons:

Everything was perfect!

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
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Jean louis couple fr
9
Super hotel et super personnel
Pros:

Super Hotel avec un super emplacement et du personnel aux petits soins

Cons:

Pas d'emplacement dans la chambre pour poser les valises

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
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Poeletso couple za
8
Great
Pros:

Michael was exceptional and kind

Cons:

Structure of the bed a bit challenging to get used to ,never seen such built in.

2025-10-18 via Nuitee
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Norman couple it
10
Tutto perfetto, ottima scoperta
Pros:

Personale gentilissimo, sorridenti e disponibili per ogni evenienza.

Camera con balcone vista mare
Relax
Pulizia

Cons:

Nulla

2025-10-18 via Nuitee
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charlton extended_group gb
7
Lovely beachfront property with clean rooms and good value for money.
Pros:

Beachfront property with sun loungers which was amazing. Comfortable clean rooms and reception always ready to help. Small pool in the back of the hotel which was a lovely suprise.

Cons:

There were issues with power cuts and the water cutting out which was an issue sometimes. Pillows were quite uncomfortable. We ate at the restaurant a few times but each time had issues with wrong orders or things missing from the item on the menu (Greek salad coming without feta or olives). So we ended up going elsewhere for food mostly. Breakfast was meant to be from 8 onwards but when we went at 8ish found than most things were being set up still. But the staff were lovely and helpful.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee