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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

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524
  • Freddie Mercury Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mbweni Ruins
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Freddie Mercury Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Freddie Mercury Apartment

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

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Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

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

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Junior Suite, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View

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

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

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

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Standard Double Room, Annex Building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

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

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Twin Room, Balcony, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

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

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Double Room, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, City View

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

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Standard Triple Room, Annex Building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

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 Single 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 Single Beds

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

Standard Triple Room

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

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Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

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

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Family Room, Annex Building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, Annex Building

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

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Double Room, Balcony, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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 a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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 on-site 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 centre and just a quick walk from Freddie Mercury Museum. You'll find features such as 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 wraps or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Old Fort and 3 minutes on foot from Forodhani Gardens
  • Airport, shopping centre 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 specialises 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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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

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: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from 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 on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. 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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Up to 5 children aged 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. 379 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 784 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Codine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. Hotel was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai Bjarne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Local hotel centrally situated
Nice stay at a hotel centrally situated, with “personality” and a friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were Excellent, friendly, and knowledgeable and they go above and beyond for the guests. One even offered to escort me to where I needed to go. I was thankful but declined as I was confident that I could find it. I definitely would return to this hotel again if I ever came back to Tanzania, which I plan to do.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ZEINAB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the sheets were not clean! There were some stains. We asked the staff to change them
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The TV kept going on and off all night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charming hotel with good location
Good location on the beach. Close to boats that you can take to visit islands and sandbanks. Nice staff and incredibly charming hotel. Good restaurant with mixed menu. Perfect to end the holiday here to visit Stone Town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an historic site in UNESCO world historic Stonetown. The shopping district and amazing restaurants are in the immediate area. The hotel is full-service and convenient to attractions around the island. It is on the beach and offers a good, full breakfast. The Gelato bar offered delicious, exotic choices. I really loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angela, carlisle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting historic property. I had a huge room/suite in the annex across the street from the main building. Ocean front restaurant was lovely. Location was great for exploring the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pick up at the airport.was there on time. We were greeted by name by the front desk staff. They were very friendly and no question was ever brushed off. All the staff at the hotel and restaurant were friendly. We felt very safe for the whole time we were there. Thank you so very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It fit our needs. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an interesting stay. The hotel seems like you are in a colonial house. But overall it was a nice stay and experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved this hotel…..friendliest staff ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rouja

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Terrible management and a totally overpriced hotel! Sea view rooms actually look at the pool! The explanation is that Sea view is not see front! Very dishonest way to pump the price up and disappoint... Don't bother...there are better places to stay in town. Go to the Serena instead
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our evening at Tembo House. The facility is beautiful, and the location is amazing - right on the edge of Stonetown and right on the beach. We really enjoyed the breakfast, and revisited later on our stay in Zanzibar for lunch and again, were very pleased with the restaurant and the staff. One note: Stonetown is a very busy area - lots of people and traffic, especially noisy pikipikis (motorcycles) so you cannot expect things to be super quiet at night. If you are a light sleeper, bring earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MITSUYASU

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel room was comfortable but not that big and I thought I paid for ocean view and received only partial view of the ocean. Hotel allowed too many people from outside or other hotels for breakfast so it was always full and not pleasant. Hotel has no liquor license therefore I couldn’t enjoy sunset on the deck with glass of wine. Hotel staff were amazing, very attentive and friendly. I loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Memorable beauty.
Excellent location in a historic property. Lots of action on the beach in front of the hotel and at the doorstep of Stonetown shopping. Two pools, rooftop infinity one is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
My experience was deeply unsettling. My initial review was not deemed appropriate by expedia so I cannot reveal specific details. All I can say is as a woman traveling alone this experience was profoundly distressing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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