The Manor House by Sansi

Hotels
8.1 (759 reviews)
Mbweni Road , Zanzibar City , tz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
Maintenance issues
Breakfast value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
Some cleanliness issues mentioned such as a cracked toilet seat and plumbing noise.
Service
9.15
Overall positive sentiment about the staff's friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.69
Good location with easy beach access and proximity to popular destinations, but one road is difficult.
Room Quality
7.64
Issues with rooms reported, such as not being ready at check-in and plumbing issues.
Amenities
7.67
Amenities mentioned were basic with a breakfast that did not meet expectations.
Value for Money
8.13
Value for money seems good, though some service aspects were lacking.
Food and Beverage
7.18
Breakfast was not perceived as worth the price and service was lacking.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall enjoyable stay with a mix of good and bad experiences, but would recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in a stay at The Manor House by Sansi, where each room offers a private bathroom and some even boast stunning sea views. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning and the convenience of a desk in every guest room.

Culinary Delights
Savor a delectable culinary experience at the on-site restaurant, serving a variety of African and international dishes. Special dietary needs are catered to with vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free options available upon request.

Convenient Location
Situated just a short distance from key attractions like Peace Memorial Museum and House of Wonders, The Manor House by Sansi provides easy access to the best of Zanzibar City. The 24-hour front desk staff fluent in English and Swahili are always ready to assist, ensuring a seamless stay.

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Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 759 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.69
Room Quality: 7.64
Amenities: 7.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 7.18
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Anne extended_group be
9
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Sam solo_traveller au
9
A peaceful haven with ocean views, set in a verdant forest. The staff could not have been more helpful.
Pros:

Staff were exceptionally helpful and the location is fabulous, so peaceful. Views to the ocean fringed by palm trees.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Souad couple nl
7
Pros:

Mooi locatie midden in natuur maar het hotel is oud

Cons:

Oude hotel

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Souad couple nl
7
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Anne family_with_children be
9
Great thanks to Richard! Merci Maryam! Asante !
Pros:

The service was impeccable; Richard (the receptionist) put us at ease and made everything so easy for us! All our needs were taken care of (breakfast time, taxi, tuctuc, cofee at anytime. The rooms are clean, spacious and cleaned every day. It’s a hotel in a quiet and very pretty spot. The beach is quite a long way away. Lovely garden. A simple but tasty breakfast! And Maryam served us brilliantly :-). Very nice staff. Thank you.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple za
10
An absolutely amazing place to stay at, the view is just magical and the staff are so hospitable.
Pros:

The breakfast was amazing, the view was so magical and the staff were friendly and welcoming!

Cons:

A shower curtain

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller ch
8
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Idrisa couple us
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Paula couple es
9
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Miguel couple es
8
Nice option near the airport
Pros:

(1) Good value for money.
(2) Near the airport but still quiet.
(3) Nice bed.
(4) Very nice staff.
(5) Excellent WiFi.
(6) Nice beach access.

Cons:

(1) No bedside table on one of the bed sides.
(2) No fridge or coffee maker in the room.
(3) No shower curtain in the bathroom.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Modiba couple za
10
A beautiful and unforgettable stay filled with warm hospitality, comfort, and wonderful memories—we truly felt at home a
Pros:

What I loved most about the property was the warm hospitality and beautiful atmosphere. The property was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and the surroundings were peaceful and relaxing. The team was incredibly welcoming and made us feel at home throughout our stay. Their attention to detail and kindness truly made our experience special. It was a beautiful stay, and I would definitely recommend the property to others.

Cons:

There wasn’t really anything I disliked about the property. We had a wonderful stay and were very happy with the accommodation and the hospitality. If anything, a few small improvements could make an already lovely experience even better, but overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Federica couple it
3
Comodo per l’aeroporto ma non vale il prezzo
Pros:

Vicino all'aeroporto e navetta gratis, personale gentilissimo

Cons:

Camera deludente rispetto alle foto online: senza tende, finestre vecchie e sporche, muri con infiltrazioni. Bagno preistorico, più vecchio di me, specchio rovinato. Per quanto chiedono, ci si aspetta tutt'altro. Non lo consiglio, troppo caro per quello che offre.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Khomo extended_group za
9
Overall the stay was comfortable with great service. The place has amazing views too
Pros:

It was clean, with great staff. They offered great breakfast and hospitality

Cons:

There’s nothing much to do on the property itself and sometimes we didn’t have hot water when showering

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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LAURENT family_with_children fr
7
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Sonya solo_traveller zm
7
Good for short stays if you want to spend a day or two in Stone Town.
Pros:

Spacious room and a good breakfast was included. Very budget friendly and close to the airport.

Cons:

Very old and broken bathroom fixtures that need to be updated. Very thin walls so you can hear everything from neighboring rooms. Didn’t like my first night interaction with the available concierge: I had asked the hotel to arrange an airport transfer prior to my arrival of which they did and upon arrival at the hotel lobby the concierge asked me to pay $50 for the airport pick up of which I disputed as it’s only a 10 minute drive and the following day the available staff member confirmed that the amount due for the transfer was only $15. I didn’t appreciate the dishonesty there.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Francesca couple it
6
One of the best choices near the aisport, but still too expensive for what it is
Pros:

Lovely view to be next to the airport and curated garden. The staff was very kind, they accommodated our request for breakfast.

Cons:

Exaggerate price for airport pick up, it took literally 5 minutes by car and they asked for 20 usd.
The room was very small, no space for luggages and the bathroom needed a refresh.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children gb
9
For us it was perfect and the price was great
Pros:

Very close to the airport $10 taxi and stone town $15 dollars as it’s a long way around.
Very helpful and polite staff.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Retha couple za
7
Beautiful historical feel and spacious rooms. No onsite restaurant but orders are placed close by.
Pros:

It was stunning with the historic feel and entrance, backyard garden with spacious bedroom.

Cons:

The bathrooms had a bathtub which technically doubles (is actually used as) a shower - which did throw us off a little.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Germain solo_traveller ga
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple fr
7
Très bel hôtel pour se reposer après un long vol
Pros:

C'était notre premier hôtel, nous avons pris un logement près de l'aéroport car nous sommes arrivés de nuit. Sincèrement l'hôtel est plus que correct et le personnel adorable rien à dire dessus.

Cons:

Seul bémol, la localisation, c'est pas du tout touristique, il n'y a rien a faire hors mis peut être les ruines de la ville qui est sympa à visiter. Attention aussi au restaurant qui disent "ouvert" sur internet mais qui est totalement fermé et/ou en ruine... après il faut avoir conscience que c'est une ile pauvre donc nous n'y avons pas tenu rigueur.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee