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Tembo House Hotel

Property class: 4

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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.
A beach with sun loungers and a building with arches.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and a window with shutters.
A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $130
$104 nightly
$130 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Explore the area

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Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

A room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view

A traditional room with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a table with a fruit bowl, and a hanging chair.

Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

A four-poster bed with white canopy, red bedspread, and decorative pillows.

Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

A four-poster bed with a red bedspread and white canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with red curtains.

Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room at Annex building

A hotel room with a wooden four-poster bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, and a red bedspread.

Double Room at Annex building

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin Room at Annex building

A hotel room with two beds, each with red bedding and a wooden headboard. There are wall-mounted lamps and a ceiling fan.

Twin Room at Annex building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room at Annex building

A hotel room with two beds, each with a red bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside lamps.

Triple Room at Annex building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room at Annex Building

A hotel room with two beds, each with red bedspreads and white linens. There are wall-mounted lamps and a large mirror above the beds.

Family Room at Annex Building

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A traditional room with a four-poster bed, a wooden table with a tray, and a mirror with ornate frame.

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A traditional room with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, a small table, and a decorative rug.

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A traditional room with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, a table with a fruit bowl, and a chair with a red and gold pattern.

Standard Triple Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

A room with a four-poster bed, a wooden ceiling, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

A room with wooden ceiling, a bed with a canopy, two wooden chairs, a table, and a clock on the wall.

Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

A traditional room with a four-poster bed, a wooden chair, and a small table.

Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Balcony and City view

A large, ornate bed with a red bedspread and white pillows, positioned in a room with a window and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Double Room with Balcony and City view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin Room with Balcony and City view

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with red bedding, a large mirror, and a wooden nightstand.

Twin Room with Balcony and City view

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room with City view

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a small table.

Double Room with City view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

With a stay at Tembo House Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Zanzibar Town, steps from Old Fort and within a 5-minute walk of Forodhani Gardens. .This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from House of Wonders and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Darajani Market.

What's nearby

  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. This Colonial hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Enjoy international cuisine at Tembo Bahari Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Zanzibar Town? This hotel has 161 square feet (15 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Tembo Bahari Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 161 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1992
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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 provided

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
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Tembo House Hotel Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Zanzibar Town
Tembo House
Tembo House Hotel Hotel
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 529 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fine hotel. Room was nice and had great air conditioning, and the pools were lovely. Breakfast was okay, and the reception organised a good excursion for us which was good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the hotel's central location, which made it easy to walk to most places in town. The breakfast was good, and the room rate was also very reasonable. Overall, it was a good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location to see the sunset. Lots of people watching and activities at beachfront. Very helpful staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant time at the hotel. Definitely enjoyed the morning buffet. It was so nice. A the was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location can't be beat in Stone Town! Beautiful historic hotel with a restaurant and 3 pools, right on the beach. Walking distance to many locations in Stone Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely little stay in Stonetown on our way out of Zanzibar. Perfectly positioned right on the beach and in a good location to explore Stonetown. We had a nice dinner overlooking the locals playing on the sand and in the sea, slept well, and despite our very early start had a take away breakfast provided. A really good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very polite , and the breakfast is the best in Zanzibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well organized and trained staff. Rooms have an antique feel but with modern amenities. Meals are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. The room assigned to us was very spacious. The home restaurant is very good. It’s also very family friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laundry service was available. It was convenient to get food and drinks and it is billed upon checkout. It is right on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect building with feeling of stone town. Employees were very friendly and hotel was helpful with whatever we needed. I’d stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buildings are historic and beautifully and respectfully transformed. Our room was in the annex across the street, a family-sized apartment. It was so comfortable and the bathroom was particularly beautifully imagined and tiled. The hotel amenities are great without being over the top. The terrace overlooking pool and beach are comfortable and gracious. Every single staff member we have interacted with has been lovely and helpful. The breakfast buffet is extensive, with Western-friendly choices but also an extensive Swahili selection as well; the lunch we recently ordered by the pool (from the Indian part of the menu) was delicious. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and would stay here again myself the next time I am here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally friendly. Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cool spot! Gorgeous and historical right in Old Stone Town the room was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and food was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is always fresh with many options. Staff is very attentive. The view is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are so many blessings waiting for you at the Tembo House, but the A/C was my saving grace 🌞! The pools were clean and inviting. The room was furnished with history and luxury (we stayed in a triple room). The staff were like meeting old friends and being treated like family. Lounging at the beach and watching the Friday night scene was exciting, charming, and safe. The hotel is located in the heart of the Stone Town experience. My family (wife and 2 pre-teen sons) cannot wait to return. Will stay here for all our future Stone Town adventures!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and accommodating staff. Room was very small but adequate. The shower/change room to use before heading to the airport was an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great check in great hotel in the best location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and hotel were fantastic. We didn't much care for the breakfast as it was missing some essential meat items and very heavy on bread. They had eggs but it just wasn't the best so we went out for breakfast the second day. The hotel is beautiful, well situated and has three pools but there's no bar area and I don't think they sell any alcohol so we ended up next door at Livingstones alot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the stay. Great staff great hotel great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024