Tembo Palace Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (380 reviews)
Shangani/Forodhani street , Zanzibar City , tz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Good Breakfast
Great Location
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Room Condition
Safety at Night

Categories

Cleanliness
6.98
Report of poor cleanliness and hygiene, including issues with the swimming pool and cleaning staff.
Service
9.45
Staff were generally described as helpful, friendly, and accommodating.
Location
8.99
Location received positive feedback, though some mention of being in an alley that felt unsafe at night.
Room Quality
7.94
Varied feedback on room quality; some rooms described as spacious while others needed updates.
Amenities
8.97
Amenities mentioned included good breakfast options and location access.
Value for Money
8.93
Perception varied, but generally positive given the experience described, despite some complaints.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food was generally praised; breakfast options noted as good, but some issues with meal quality.
Overall Experience
9.05
The overall sentiment was favorable with positive remarks about the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Tembo Palace Hotel in Zanzibar City offers a unique experience with its beautifully decorated rooms featuring Swahili four-poster beds and traditional hammam baths. The wood carved furniture adds a touch of elegance, while modern amenities like air conditioning and TV ensure a comfortable stay.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in a culinary journey at Bahari Restaurant, where you can savor local and international cuisine. For ultimate convenience, room service is available, and packed lunches can be arranged for your day trips or excursions.

Abundance of Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour front desk service, meeting facilities, and concierge and laundry services. With three swimming pools on-site, including a rooftop pool, relaxation is guaranteed. Plus, take advantage of the various activities offered, from diving to city tours.

Experience luxury and comfort at Tembo Palace Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway in Zanzibar City!

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • 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.
    Children from 8 years old to 12 years old stay for US$35 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

8.6
Based on 380 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.98
Service: 9.45
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.97
Value for Money: 8.93
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Larissa • family_with_children • de
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Maciej • solo_traveller • pl
9
Really good hotel
Pros:

Really nice place, great staff and location.

Cons:

No bacon on the breakfast 😅, but I understand why. 😄

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Minhal • family_with_children • ae
10
Beautiful hotel and Amazing beach
Pros:

Amazing hospitality and staff. Would definitely go back

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Dominik • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Ijoba • solo_traveller • ng
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Ijoba • solo_traveller • ng
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • couple • za
9
Perfectly central location.
Pros:

Well located & central to explore Stone Town.

Cons:

Could have greater food offering.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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WETE WAFAANA • couple • ug
8
good
Pros:

Breakfast was on spot

Cons:

Connecting from palace to the main hotel where breakfast is served has corrido . It rained on us while connecting to go and have breakfast

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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orio • extended_group • tz
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Nikolakopoulos • solo_traveller • gr
8
Pros:

All good with buffet morning that was good

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Shaukat • couple • gb
8
It's beautiful to stay in an old stone town and in an old hotel
Pros:

The hotel is just a few steps away towards the beach you can sit there and have a breakfast without any interruption. it also has swimming pools if you don't want to go to beach

Cons:

People outside standing hassling you to buy things from them and then security comes and ask them to move.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Brittany • solo_traveller • ca
10
Amazing place and location!
Pros:

Loved this place! So unique! Wonderful location. One of the best places we have ever stayed!

Cons:

Great food, great location.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Jingsha • couple • cn
9
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • nl
8
Perfect location to explore Stone Town
Pros:

Very friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms and we had the best shower so far in Zanzibar. The swimming pools are all very nice and the location is perfect. And nothing beats having breakfast with sea view.

Cons:

The airconditioning made quite some noise, and also outside there was a constant humming sound.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Jingsha • couple • cn
9
Pros:

Great location, next to the beach and it’s closed to all the locations in Stonetown. Staffs are very nice, helped us to prepare breakfast takeaway for early check-out.

Cons:

Facilities are bit old, no water coming out from tap but the staff got it fixed immediately

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Asım • extended_group • de
7
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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SARISIK • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage, nettes Personal, gutes Frühstück, große Zimmer

Cons:

Manche Zimmer direkt an der Straße. Am Wochenende viel Lärm, Gebäude zu alt riecht muffig

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Bilge • solo_traveller • tr
6
Guest requests should be taken into consideration.
Pros:

The location of the property was good. I really enjoyed the breakfast. The buffet breakfast had a sufficient variety.

Cons:

There are two hotels with the same name. I booked based on the pictures, but the one I stayed in was on a very narrow alley. Buildings were very close together, and the view was terrible. If I had seen those pictures, I would definitely have preferred the one by the sea. I left the hotel a day early due to my flight, but when I arrived early in the morning, they said I couldn't have breakfast. This upset me because I wasn't going to use my breakfast allowance on the last day anyway. There were insects in my room. I told them, and they fumigated the room, but the next day the insects were back again. This is a significant problem that must be solved. The water in the bathroom is very low, which makes showering take a long time. The room towels are very old and definitely need to be replaced.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee