The Manor House by Sansi

Hotels
8.1 (745 reviews)
Mbweni Road , Zanzibar City , tz

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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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • 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 up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for US$15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 12 years old stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for US$30 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

8.1
Based on 745 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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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
2026-07-21 • 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
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Jens • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jannes • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • couple • pt
2
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Diandra • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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kasri • couple • dz
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gh
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • solo_traveller • ke
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • nz
8
Convenient stop in historic building.
Pros:

Cool building on elevated site connected to beachfront. Close to airport

Cons:

Would have been interesting to know a bit more history about the building.
Was a bit noisey at night with motorbikes in driveway.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Alon • solo_traveller • tz
7
Pros:

אהבנו את העיצוב של המלון. הארוחת הבוקר הייתה טובה. צוות הקבלה היה מאוד אדיב ונחמד.
עזרו לנו במה שצריך בנוגע לצק אווט.

Cons:

לא אהבנו את זה שהיו עורבים 'טיפסו על הגג שלנו והיינו צריכים לעבור חדר אבל היתה בו רק מיטה זוגית אחת.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Arthil • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Masuku • couple • za
9
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Audrey Obam • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

Staff were very nice and helpful. Good location mostly if you want to be close to the airport. Breakfast was good

Cons:

There was a leak in the bathroom toilet.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • za
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Hans Peter • couple • de
8
Für einen Besuch in Stonetown ein super Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis
Pros:

Die Lage - direkt am Meer, schöner Garten und der Weg zum Flughafen fast in Fußweite. Sehr sauber und sehr freundliches Personal.

Cons:

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2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

This is a great hotel if you need somewhere to stay near the airport. The staff are lovely and couldn’t have been more helpful. I personally wouldn’t have been comfortable for more than one night but it was perfect for a stopover on my way home.

Cons:

The room was basic - no mattress protector on the bed and uncomfortable pillows.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee