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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
On the beach, white sand, beach shuttle, sun-loungers
View from property
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Junior Suite, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524
  • Shangani Beach
    2 min walk
  • Mbweni Ruins
    2 min walk
  • Old Fort
    2 min walk
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    15 min drive

Room options

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Freddie Mercury Apartment

Freddie Mercury Apartment

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

  • 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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

  • 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

  • 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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

Standard Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Triple Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Annex Building

Family Room, Annex Building

  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Double Room, Balcony, City View

Double Room, Balcony, City View

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near Old Fort
Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of Tembo House Hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Change of towels is available on request.
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.
Tembo House Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to a shopping center, and just a quick walk from Freddie Mercury Museum. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Tembo Bahari Restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to facials, body scrubs, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Old Fort and 3 minutes by foot from Forodhani Gardens
  • Airport, shopping center, and ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee
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.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
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.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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 public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Table football
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space (161 square feet)
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Beach towels
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Games
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Romance packages available
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

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
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 at the property

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: 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Tembo House Hotel offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Up to 5 children 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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Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 743 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 743 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 743 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 743 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 743 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful!!
Tembo House was one of the most beautiful and unique hotels my wife and I have ever stayed it. It is walking distance to the heart of Stone Town and the Freddie Mercury museum, also has stunning views of the water and all the boats. Comfortable, clean, vibrant, and gorgeous! The staff was incredibly friendly, warm, and attentive. They were nice enough to hold onto our bags in a secure room while we went on safari for a few days as well. Will definitely be coming back here the next time we’re in Zanzibar!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Fabiane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good
Excellent location, helpful and attentive staff. The only bad part is the stairs to get to the dormitory, elderly people or those with walking difficulties will have problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful architecture and history, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Best choice in Stonetown
Amazing hotel and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a king bed and received 2 single beds. The A/C was not working so I told the front desk at 1330 PM that the unit needed to be checked it wasn’t working or I wanted another room. They sent someone from the front desk with a service tech around 2200 PM to check the unit. After repair it worked for a bit but stop putting out cold air in the early morning hours. Very inconsiderate of my needs but didn’t have a problem taking my money, and I didn’t even get what I paid for. Poorly ran operation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chenai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team were fantastic! We were in the Shoki Shoki room which was huge and very clean. The receptionist was welcoming (you could tell he was busy but still made the arrival smooth and easy) Right on the beach and so close to all amenities. If you’re looking for a place in Stone Town - this is it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quality of facility need to be updated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet Robin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient
The hotel is situated on the beach in Stone Town which is really convenient for exploring the town. Our room was big and everything worked as it should. The hotel has a restaurant on the beach and the breakfast was a buffet spread. There are also 3 pools in the hotel. Overall, a decent hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and beautiful views at the ocean. I definitely will stay there again and again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beatiful hotel in a great location
We had the presidential suite and it was beautiful! The furniture was very cool and the views were gorgeous. The staff was super friendly and went out of thei way to make us feel comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Neelufaur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view from the property and location is great right in stone town. We were surprised with an extra charge for an additional person as the booking had 2 adults in a triple room but it was supposed to be 3 adults in a triple room. Also beware, there are taxes to be paid on site also. Other than these surprise charges we had a lovely stay at Tembo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EIJI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in Stone Town Center, and it was easy to explore town, and to reach ferry terminal by walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mads

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is great. But place is tired. It has to be rtenovated soon. We had brakfast included - but don't think I have ever had such a bad breakfast. Not a great place. But price - value was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is on the beach. Service is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like stepping back in time
The vibes were immaculate. Our room had a private balcony overlooking the ocean on one side, and another balcony good for people watching. The food was great, everything was clean, and, oh... right on the beach and in the middle of the action in Stone Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024