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About this property
Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views. The hotel's Bahari Restaurant offers local as well international cuisine. Room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged. Other facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, a shared lounge, concierge and laundry services. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving and cycling. The property offers free parking. Zanzibar port is a 5-minute drive away and the Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from Tembo House Hotel. Offering three different swimming pools including a roof top pool.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- 3 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alberta
Netherlands
“Beautiful hotel! Very nice appartement just across the street with a lot of space and amazing bathroom .The breakfast was perfect with a lot of choices.” - Dania
Sweden
“The location is perfect close to restaurants and shops. The hotel itself is very clean and beautifully decorated. My room had a lovely view, which made the stay even more enjoyable. The staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to...” - Le
South Africa
“Absolutely Beautiful, friendly, welcoming staff and exceptional location” - Umu
United Kingdom
“Staff were amazing and were very helpful. It was a great location. I will definitely stay again” - Zahra
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was very good. Location is very good, on the beach and central stone town. Lovely pool facilities. Manager was very accommodating.” - Donna
Canada
“The staff went above and beyond to be helpful. The breakfast was good. The room was clean.” - Sophie
United Kingdom
“We loved our stay here! The location is perfect, on the beach but near to everything you want to see in Stonetown. The hotel’s pools are great, especially the higher level ones with great views over the sea. The staff were all super friendly and...” - Aaron
Australia
“Amazing historic building and room. Great to relax by the upstairs pools overlooking the ocean and in the heart of stone town” - Jackie
United Kingdom
“Excellent location in stone town juts minutes walk to all the main sites. Really friendly staff. 3 pools with great view of the ocean, plenty of sun loungers. Hotel has a restaurant with good options for lunch and dinner. Hotel has character and...” - Tembe
South Africa
“The room had the best views! Clean and comfortable.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Tembo Bahari Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Australian • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
One child under 6 years stays for free in existing bedding.
One child from 6 to 10 years old pays USD 20 per person, per night in an extra bed.
One older child or adult pays USD 30 per person, per night in an extra bed.
Please inform Tembo House Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.