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Mama's House

3.0 star property
Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking

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Exterior
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, towels
Private kitchenette
Signature Double Room
Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$36
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May

Explore the area

Map
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 00000
  • Slave Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Forodhani Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Private kitchenette

Standard Studio

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Mama's House puts you in the centre of Zanzibar Town, 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Masingini Forest and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Chapwani Island. .Each apartment is individually decorated and features Smart televisions with digital channels, along with free WiFi, a fenced private garden and a ceiling fan. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a rainfall showerhead and free toiletries. Netflix and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. .Enjoy access to scooter/moped rentals and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of free airport pick-up service.
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What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • House of Wonders - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Old Fort - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Shangani Beach - 7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mama's House

Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking
As a guest of Mama's House, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. A free shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Mama's House also features a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zanzibar Town apartment.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mama's House offers 4 accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Zanzibar Town apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cleaning fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night.

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

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property Registration Number Z0000202713

Property is also known as

Mama's House Apartment
Mama's House Zanzibar Town
Mama's House Apartment Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mama's House?

Mama's House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mama's House?

As of 30 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mama's House on 5 May 2025 start from AU$32.48, 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 Mama's House?

Yep, Mama's House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mama's House?

The closest beach to Mama's House is Shangani Beach (5.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mama's House?

Yep, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mama's House?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mama's House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mama's House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024