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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa, connected to a shopping centre, near Old Fort

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
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Beach/ocean view
Tembo House Hotel, where tropical charm meets modern comfort. Relax on the white sand beach, unwind with a body scrub at the onsite spa, or indulge in international cuisine at Tembo Bahari Restaurant. With 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi throughout your stay is sure to be an unforgettable getaway.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room at Annex building

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room with City view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room at Annex building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room at Annex building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room at Annex Building

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Balcony and City view

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524

What's nearby

  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

At Tembo House Hotel, you can spend time at the beach relaxing on a sunlounger, plus activities such as scuba-diving, snorkelling and parasailing are nearby. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. Offering a beachfront location, Tembo Bahari Restaurant serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a children's pool, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 65 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

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 18

Children

    • Up to 5 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Off-site

    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping centre shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol served on site
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Farming classes
  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Safari nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (161 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1992
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Walkway to water
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Tile flooring in room
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Dining

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.
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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

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle and shopping centre shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 10 costs USD 15.00 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Tembo House Hotel Apartments
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Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tembo House Hotel 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.

Is there a pool at Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Tembo House Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15.00 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Tembo House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and scuba-diving. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and safari tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Tembo House Hotel also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, Tembo Bahari Restaurant offers beachfront dining, international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Tembo House Hotel like?

Tembo House Hotel is located on the waterfront in Stone Town, a short 2-minute walk from Old Fort and 2 minutes' walk from Shangani Beach. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast was consistently described as amazing, good, and incredible with a wide assortment of options. (25 reviews)
  • The property's beach location offers a beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings. (20 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked well and was a lifesaver for guests in the heat. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in downtown area. It is right on the beach!
Greg L, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place in Zanzibar

Fantastic service. Wonderful staff. Nice breakfast. Perfect location.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tembo hotel

Manager was very good plus reception young and hard working
Abdalla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fab

Absolutely fabulous hotel. Room was spacious. Staff all spoke English well and were very helpful. Full breakfast buffet (free) with lots of variety. Open air dining on the beach if you like, or eat inside. They have bag storage if you want to do one last day at the beach after checkout. And they even have a changing room with shower and clean towels if you do that last beach day.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff
Robert, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
Thomas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, good pool, nice view of the sea!
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good hotel for short stay of 2 or 3 days. Good location close to restaurants, shops and on the water.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tembo very Highly recommended!

Superb location, charming hotel, absolut stunning view of both ocean and rooftop pool from the family room with (huge) balcony and sea view. We felt we had gotten the princess suite 😀. Family room contains 2 beds that easily holds 2 adults each and 1 bed for either an adult or 2 kids and plenty of space besides the beds and funny couch. Bathroom also really special with arabic vibe. Hotel staff so forthcoming and we didn’t even notice the power cuts as they have back-up power in place. We look forward to return later and try the deluxe suite room. VERY good value for money - but book early and ask for room in the Tempo House if you want to stay in the beach front part of the hotel.
Sisser, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tembo House Hotel is in a great walkable location. The staff is kind, friendly, and accommodating. The ocean-front view is incredible.
Sigrid, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view in the roof top pool.
Marquisette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Elaine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location in the heart of Stone Town.
Henry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tembo House Hotel

Great value for the quality and location…. Will definitely return
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Moez, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff made every effort to make sure we had a comfortable stay.
Robina, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thr property is very conveniently located in Stone Town. The staff was excellent and very helpful.
Azaan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great beachfront historical property.
Jonathon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very well kept with antique feeling and very friendly staff
Abe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms three story but no elevators. Great location on beach and adjacent to stone town
Rosa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time. Hotel was just perfect.
Monica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful hotel! Happy I have chose this hotel to stay in the city! Walking distance!
Tamara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is centrally located with amenities and wonderful service. We have a stayed here before and came back because of location and comfort.
Hamid, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Sanuealdo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the beach in StoneTown .This hotel is unmatched for location as well as service. Friendly and caring staff who are happy to assist with all your needs. Rooms were clean and comfortable with air-conditioned, a mini fridge, and kettle with coffee and tea provided. Great pool areas which were well maintained. A charming place with lots of history. I would definitely stay again!
Steven V, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was gorgeous
Anita, 1-night trip