Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
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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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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
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 double beds Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
3 double beds | ||
2 double beds | ||
2 double beds | ||
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 | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hanna
Sweden“This hotel is amazing! - friendly staff - 3 pools, and one of them is on a roof with sea view - close to everything - clean and nice room with both fan and AC, and a refrigerator” - Agnes
United Kingdom“Lovely historic building , quirky and right at the city beach. Great breakfast included in the price of the room” - Adamu
Nigeria“The staff were great, the food from Restuarant and room service were good and the location.” 
Aadil
South Africa“Service and spacious family Room Location Breakfast”
Lena Sweden“We liked everything. The location was perfect, right by the old town, the breakfast good and the staff very helpful.”
Natalie
Australia“It was centrally located and we could use the hotel facilities and breakfast was included”
Amanda
United Arab Emirates“Good location right on the beach. Big rooms with good AC. Small pool for chilling off after a sightseeing day.”
Lucy United Kingdom“Exactly what we needed as a family. Brimming with character, great location on the beach. Loved the old building. Staff super friendly and helpful and best breakfasts we had on our whole trip! We had the family in room in the building just over...”
Jason Australia“The best location in Stone Town, comfortable rooms and good service from staff. Really nice pools and beachfront location. Highly recommend for all travellers.”- Neil
Spain“Everything about this hotel was great, staff were pleasant, great restaurant on the beach. Location perfect to explore or relax with the beachfront one side , heart of old Stonetown the other.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- 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
Facilities of Tembo House HotelGreat 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 facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- AerobicsAdditional chargeOff-site
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performanceAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Entertainment staff
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- Darts
- Billiards
- Children's playground
- Games room
- FishingAdditional 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
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree 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 servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional 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 serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional 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 shuttleAdditional 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
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Hindi
- Italian
- Dutch
- Norwegian
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Swedish
- Swahili
House rulesTembo House Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
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 printNeed-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
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Tembo House Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Tembo Bahari Restaurant
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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.
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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
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Tembo House Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Tembo House Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Asian
- American
- Buffet
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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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.
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Check-in at Tembo House Hotel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at Tembo House Hotel include:
- Suite
- Apartment
- Double
- Triple
- Twin
- Family
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Yes, Tembo House Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.
