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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 double beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
3 extra-large double beds
1 large double bed
2 double beds
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Robert
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good location, next to beach in an old historic building.
  • Justina
    Lithuania Lithuania
    It’s very historical and interesting hotel, which gives a very good charm. Food was good and prices not too high. The location - on top, close to everything. We liked our stay and enjoyed our time!
  • Benjamin
    Finland Finland
    The room (family) was more like an apartment, it was huge. Clean, and everything working well. The breakfast is amazing, and the location!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Australian • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Facilities of Tembo House Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 3 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Swedish
  • Swahili

House rules

Tembo House Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 7 years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per child, per night
8 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$35 per child, per night

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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Tembo House Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Tembo House Hotel

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Tembo House Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Tembo House Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet

  • Tembo House Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

  • Tembo House Hotel is 1.4 miles from the centre of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Tembo House Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Tembo House Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Tembo House Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Swimming Pool
    • Aerobics
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Cooking class
    • Facial treatments
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Waxing services
    • Beach
    • Make up services
    • Bike tours
    • Hair treatments
    • Live music/performance
    • Manicure
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Pedicure
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Private beach area
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Entertainment staff

  • Check-in at Tembo House Hotel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Tembo House Hotel include:

    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin
    • Family