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Barabara House

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Reception
Front of property
Executive Room | Wardrobe
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$43
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June

Explore the area

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Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 in-room WiFi. .Enjoy access to boat tours, scooter/moped rentals and bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 3-property class Jambiani guest house, you'll find Paje Beach.
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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
  • Pingwe Beach - 24 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 30 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Barabara House

As a guest of Barabara House, you'll find spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a ferry terminal shuttle and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Barabara House also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jambiani guest house.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 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
Barabara House offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and free toiletries. This Jambiani guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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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
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Scooter/moped 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)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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 ferry terminal, airport and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barabara House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal
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 is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash, mobile payments, M-Pesa and PayPal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabara House?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabara House on 9 June 2026 start from AU$43, 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 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, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Barabara House?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

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 and service animals are not allowed.

Barabara House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo custo benefício
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019