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Mama's House

Zanzibar Town city centre apartments with kitchenettes

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Minibar, free WiFi
Private kitchenette
Reception
Private kitchenette
Scooter/moped

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Kitchenette
    Kitchenette
  • Microwave
    Microwave
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • 4 apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike hire
Feel at home
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Minibar, free WiFi

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Garden
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 00000

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
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬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

Enjoy your visit to Zanzibar Town with a stay at Mama's House. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Conveniences such as kitchenettes are in all apartments, along with Smart TVs and minibars.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 15

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Kitchenette

  • Fridge (mini)
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Minibar

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Rainfall shower head
  • Toilet paper
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Fenced garden
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free bottled water

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Scooter/moped hire on site
  • Bike hire on site

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 rooms

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Cleaning fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
  • Water fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 6)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs USD 20 (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Mama's House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mama's House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mama's House?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mama's House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Mama's House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mama's House?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Mama's House and nearby?
Mama's House has a garden.
Does Mama's House have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchenette, which also includes a microwave and cookware.
Does Mama's House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a fenced garden.
What's the area around Mama's House like?
Mama's House puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town. Popular attractions include Slave Market, which is 7 minutes away by car.

Mama's House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Salaam, 5-night trip
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