Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Nice breakfast
Cons:
Noise from street
Room size variability
Check-in delays during busy times

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Generally clean as mentioned; however, some concerns about noise from the street and the safety of access.
Service
8.8
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
8.8
Multiple reviews noted the excellent location close to attractions, though some mentioned it being busy.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed reviews on room size and comfort, especially when comparing different rooms.
Amenities
8.3
Amenities mentioned positively; however, individual experiences varied.
Value for Money
7.8
Good value for the overall experience as indicated by multiple positive mentions.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast was praised for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8
A mix of positive highlights and minor complaints fulfilling the overall hotel experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:27

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

The Tembo House Hotel in Zanzibar City seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort. Each room is elegantly decorated with wood carved furniture and features a Swahili four-poster bed. Enjoy the convenience of amenities such as TV, air conditioning, and a traditional hammam bath in the bathroom. Most rooms also offer stunning balcony views of the sea or the pool.

Culinary Delights and Convenient Services

Indulge in a culinary journey at the Bahari Restaurant, serving a mix of local and international cuisine. Take advantage of room service and the option for packed lunches. The hotel also provides a range of services including a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, and laundry services.

Relaxation and Recreation

Unwind by one of the three swimming pools, including a rooftop pool, or explore activities like diving and cycling. With free Wi-Fi, concierge services, and free parking, Tembo House Hotel ensures a delightful stay in Zanzibar City.

Book your stay at Tembo House Hotel now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

One child under 6 years stays for free in existing bedding.
One child from 6 to 10 years old pays USD 20 per person, per night in an extra bed.
One older child or adult pays USD 30 per person, per night in an extra bed.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 7 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 8 years old and over stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 5538 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8
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Dasani • family_with_children • au
6
Pros:

Centrally located in old town.

Cons:

Rooms were a little dated but clean.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • solo_traveller • nl
8
Prima uitvalsbasis voor Stone town
Pros:

Ligging, algehele inrichting. Ik zat niet in het hotel zelf maar in een van hun appartementen aan de overkant. 70m2 groot. Heel comfortabel.

Cons:

Twee trappen op sjouwen was vervelend maar overkomelijk. Wat minder was dat de kamer na de eerste nacht maar half was opgeruimd. Werd wel meteen gefixed. Ik boekte een tour en ben enorm afgezet. Zo jammer. Dat viel echt tegen.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Eric Brako • couple • my
7
It’s a good place for tourists
Pros:

Great staff

Cons:

Limited food variety

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Ines • couple • de
8
Super Lage
Pros:

Super Lage, sehr nobel saniertes Gebäude

Cons:

Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit Südausrichtung. Es war etwas laut durch den angrenzenden Generator/Klimaanlage

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Märchenhaftes Hotel wie aus 1001 Nacht.
Jeglichen Komfort ist zu genießen mit Anschluss am lebendigen Strand (der ist OK aber nicht grossartig) und drei Schwimmbäder zur Auswahl.
Sehr gut gelegen um die Altstadt zu erforschen.

Ich hatte mehrere besonder Anliegen und diese wurden alle erfüllt - danke!
Das Personal ist freundlich und hilfsbereit; das Frühstück lecker.
Hoffentlich kann wieder ei mal hin..

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Morena • couple • it
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Salvatore • couple • it
8
-
Pros:

posizione

Cons:

condizionatore

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Marine • family_with_children • fr
8
Hôtel très bien
Pros:

Emplacement dans le centre et à côté de la corniche

Cons:

Vue sur de nombreux bateaux car très près du port

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Kay • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Ole Jørgen Askjem • extended_group • no
8
Pros:

Flott hotell

Cons:

De serverer ikke alkohol på hotellet.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Deirdre • family_with_children • za
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Arild • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
H
Håvard • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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KuBinEcuador • family_with_children • de
9
Stilvolles Hotel mit Geschichte
Pros:

Personal kompetent und freundlich. Ausstattung sehr stilvoll. Fast wie im Museum. Schöne Pools mit genügend Liegen. Auch nach Check-out darf man Pools, Toiletten & Dusche benutzen👍Frühstücksbuffet war sehr lecker mit viel Auswahl. Der Direktor begrüßt seine Gäste persönlich. Absolute Empfehlung!

Cons:

Leider wird kein water-refill angeboten, um Plastikmüll zu reduzieren

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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BENHAJ HAMMADI • family_with_children • be
8
Pros:

Hotel à proximité de la plage et du centre ville ,petit-déjeuner variés, hôtel propre ,vue sur la mer

Cons:

La direction de l’hôtel devrait envisager de remplacer les lits, car ils font du bruit à chaque mouvement.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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irina • solo_traveller • it
7
Great value for money make sure to get the right room :)
Pros:

Huge property, great support, Access to the beach, room was very spacious.

Cons:

Missing body lotion, toothbrush and also my room was next to the cogenerator so it was quite noisy

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Leonidas • family_with_children • lt
10
Pros:

Šalia centro

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • es
10
PERFECTA
Pros:

LA UBICACIÓN

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • nl
9
Old school hotel with pool in heart of stone town
Pros:

Location at beach in heart of stone town with good pools. Very clean, good air conditioning and very friendly staff

Cons:

It’s a Muslim run hotel so no alcohol. Too many people claiming subbeds at the pool and not using them for hours always irritates me a lot as well. I know it’s not the hotel’s fault but they also do not discourage this behaviour and for me it’s telling about the other guests…

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • es
6
Passable, loin des prestations attendues pour le prix
Pros:

Emplacement très central, 3 piscines calmes

Cons:

Rapport qualité/prix pas au rendez-vous, petit dej moyen, chambre 4 à éviter (lumière forte toute la nuit au niveau des 2 fenêtres + chambre qui donne dans l’espace petit dej).

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee