Habari House

Hotels
Independent
9 (9 reviews)
102 Shangani St.,, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar , Zanzibar Town , TZ

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Nature reserve
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional service
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Issues with air conditioning in family room
Insects in café area during dinner

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Rooms were reported as clean and comfortable, with one review highlighting their cleanliness.
Service
9.5
Exceptional hospitality was emphasized, with personal touches such as a new mattress and thoughtful breakfast provisions.
Location
9
Located centrally in Stone Town, within walking distance to major attractions, praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
9
Rooms described as spacious and well-maintained, with a few comments about specific issues.
Amenities
8.5
Mention of a courtyard area and café; however, some concerns about insects in the outdoor dining area were noted.
Value for Money
9
Overall value is perceived as high due to the quality of service and added benefits provided.
Food and Beverage
9
Food was praised for being delicious, and fresh juice was particularly highlighted.
Overall Experience
9
Overall stay was described as a warm and welcoming experience, akin to a home.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 18:46

Property Description

Discover the serene and inviting Habari House, perfectly nestled in the heart of Zanzibar Town, just moments away from iconic landmarks and stunning beaches.

Relaxation and Wellness
Indulge in ultimate relaxation at our full-service spa, offering a variety of massages designed to rejuvenate your body and mind.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite meals at our on-site restaurant or grab a quick snack at our coffee shop/café. Join us for a complimentary evening reception where you can mingle with fellow guests and enjoy refreshing drinks in our cozy bar/lounge.

Comfortable Accommodations
Choose from our four uniquely decorated guestrooms, each equipped with complimentary wireless internet, safes, and daily housekeeping to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.

Book your unforgettable experience at Habari House today!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 9 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
M
Martin
10
Pros:

What an astonishing place! Really friendly staff and the owners are lovely. Well run and clearly a lot of thought has gone into the communal spaces to make them as inviting and relaxing as possible. The bedroom was great and had everything we needed and the location is fantastic - a little back from the main streets so nice and quiet but close to everything you want to see.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
S
Stephen
10
Pros:

located at the heart of Shangani, a walking distance from the sea front, Forodhani and Darajani.
Small quaint property with a home feel, my kind of thing!

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
A
akito
10
2回目
Pros:

ヌングイビーチとパジェビーチに2週間滞在してストーンタウンで2泊しました。前回と同じホテルですが、便利な立地です。ストーンタウンの中心です。スタッフさんも親切 Wi-Fiも問題なし。食事も美味しい。

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
N
Nadine
10
Lovely place!
Pros:

Traditional stone town house hotel with a really warm welcome from the lovely family who own it. Great location with an easy safe short walk to the main hotspots and the night food market and sea jumping zone.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
A
akito
10
初めてのザンジバル
Pros:

スイートルームの予約がホテルの都合でファミリールームとシングルルームに変更された。そのため無料の夕食が4人分サービスされたので問題ありませんでした。部屋は綺麗で広く清潔 ただしファミリールームのエアコンが冷えないからそこだけ問題です。オーナーの方も親切 ストーンタウンの中心でどこも徒歩圏内 おすすめします。

2025-08-09 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Koselig
Pros:

Kjempe hyggelige ansatte og eiere! Flotte rom, vi hadde topp suiten som var romslig og fin. Eneste minuset var mygg og insekt når man skulle spise i cafeen på kvelden.

2025-07-21 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
A Zanzibar Home Away from Home
Pros:

We can't say enough good things about our stay at Habari House. My husband and I travel quite a bit and never have we stayed somewhere with such gracious hosts as G and Lucy. They welcomed us in and made sure we were comfortable and had all we needed. In fact, when I mentioned that my mattress was a bit firm, they went out and got a new mattress and a foam topper to ensure I would have a good night's sleep. I didn't want them to go to the trouble, but they graciously insisted.

The breakfast each morning was scrumptious. The freshly made juice was such a treat. One morning we had an early departure time for a tour, and they thoughtfully prepared a boxed breakfast to take with us. We were so grateful for that!

G and Lucy and the entire staff is enough reason for me to recommend staying here but Habari House itself is beautiful and well maintained. The rooms (our kids were in a separate room) were clean and comfortable. The restaurant/courtyard area has such a cool vibe. It was a place that was easy to just stay and linger in conversation.

Habari House is also in a fantastic location. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get to the heart of Stone Town in just a few minutes' walk. Each night, upon returning to Habari House after a day of excursions, it honestly felt like coming home.

G and Lucy are such beautiful people and have created more than just a hotel, but a place of community and rest.

- Lance and Julie Clark (Texas)

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
S
Susanne Marie
8
Nice place with really nice host-couple
Pros:

We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small child) are the sweetest souls: warm, kind and generous. My husband had some stomach pain, when we arrived, and the host went out to find him Jægermeister late at night. 5 stars for effort and for making us feel more than welcome.
We hope to return one day and maybe have time to sit down and have dinner with these sweet, beautiful people.
The room was nice, breakfast was so so (but 5 stars for effort and goodwill), location was perfect and our overall experience was superb.
<3

2025-03-23 via Nuitee
M
Marie
10
Mysigt boutique hotell med fantastisk personal.
Pros:

Uppskattade framför allt servicen. Ägaren och övriga personalen var extremt service minded och hjälpte oss med allt vi behövde. Hotellet ligger centralt i Stone Town, det har en trevlig liten restaurang med väldigt god mat, hotellet är jättemysigt och mycket prisvärt. Rekommenderar det varmt.

2025-03-07 via Nuitee