10/10 Excellent
Adriana
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adriana
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Barabara House
3.0 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry room
Explore the area
Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
- Jambiani BeachPlace, Jambiani Beach3 min walk
- Kite Centre ZanzibarPlace, Kite Centre Zanzibar8 min drive
- Paje BeachPlace, Paje Beach9 min drive
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)68 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Twin Room
Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Basic Double Room
Basic Double Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Superior Double Room
Superior Double Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Jambiani
At Barabara House, you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Jambiani Beach and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Kuza Cave. Highlights at this guest house include free breakfast (local cuisine) and free self-parking. .This guest house has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 3-property class Jambiani guest house, you'll find Paje Beach.
What's nearby
- Jambiani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
- Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
- Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
- Pingwe Beach - 24 min drive - 26.4 km
Getting around
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
- Your Zanzibar Place - 8 min drive
- B4 Beach Club - 8 min drive
- Kisiwa on the Beach - 7 min drive
- Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - 11 min walk
- Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - 4 min drive
About this property
Barabara House
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Barabara House. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jambiani guest house.
- 3 guestrooms or units
- Local cuisine
- Breakfast available (free)
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Fridge in a common area
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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
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Terrace
Spa
- Massage
More
- Designated smoking areas
- Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- TV
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per day.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.
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 is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property is also known as
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Guesthouse
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Barabara House?
Barabara House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Barabara House?
Yep, Barabara House has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Barabara House?
Yep, Barabara House is a short 5-minute walk from Jambiani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and windsurfing.
Does Barabara House serve breakfast?
Sure does, free local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barabara House?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Barabara House?
Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Barabara House?
No, pets are not allowed.
Barabara House Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 July 2019
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019