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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools

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3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Exterior
Family Room, Balcony, Sea View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views
Junior Suite, Ocean View | View from room
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
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  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
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Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524
  • Popular LocationOld Fort2 min walk
  • Popular LocationForodhani Gardens3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSlave Market9 min walk
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)15 min drive

Room options

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Freddie Mercury Apartment

Freddie Mercury Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
2 bedrooms
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Beach View

Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Annex Building | View from room

Standard Twin Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Annex Building

Family Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Double Room, Balcony, City View

Double Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Tembo House Hotel places you in the centre of Zanzibar Town, connected to a shopping centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 161 square feet (15 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and limo/town car service. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Stone Town hotel include Nakupenda Beach and Hamamni Persian Baths.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk
  • House of Wonders - 6 min walk
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market - 4 min walk
  • Lukmaan - 7 min walk
  • House of Karafuu - 3 min walk
  • Abyssinian Maritim - 5 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant - 4 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools
For a convenient ride to the sand and surf, hop on the hotel's beach shuttle (surcharge). At Tembo House Hotel, you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial hotel also offers a children's pool, a garden and a terrace. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 161 sq ft of conference space
  • 15 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1992
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Tembo House Hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 161 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1992
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tembo House Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 10 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Tembo House Hotel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tembo House Hotel?

Tembo House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tembo House Hotel?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tembo House Hotel on 21 May 2024 start from AU$177.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Tembo House Hotel?

Yep, Tembo House Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Tembo House Hotel?

Yep, Tembo House Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Shangani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Tembo House Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Tembo House Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Tembo House Hotel has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Tembo House Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that Tembo House Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Tembo House Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers love the buffet brekkie here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tembo House Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tembo House Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Tembo House Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tembo House Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 634 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely heritage hotel in centre of Stone Town. Walkable for all the sights but being in the middle of things does mean that it starts to get noisier from around 6-7am as people start to go about their business. Staff were lovely and pools were also good. Strictly no alcohol in this hotel, in case that makes a difference to people.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raylene

Travelled with partner
Great location
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Gord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place but alcohol
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay!
Wonderful staff. Perfect trip! Nice hotel on sea! Perfect stay! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fritz

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrine

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chinazo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the architecture of Tembo House, the staff and convenient location. Stone Town is busy but at night it is quiet and not a problem for sleeping. The breakfast is great and being right by the beach and having a designated place to lay out is a huge plus. I stayed in the Apartments across the street on the top floor and honestly loved it! These are old buildings so there is no lift/elevator, so someone can help you carry your luggage if necessary. The room was HUGE and I had a little balcony to see the city which was very cute. I did have to kill a couple mosquitos but I think that’s just part of the weather I was experiencing. Putting on the A/C/fan prevented bites though. Definitely a great choice if you want a central spot in Stone Town that is easy to find, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rosalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed three nights in Stone Town at Tembo before moving onto the beaches. It's a great location to explore the city and to take tours from, right near the old town and beach, safe and clean, friendly staff and good breakfast with plenty of options.

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024