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US$142
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US$425
Original price
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Current price
US$425
Original price
US$531.36
Bonus savings
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Total before taxes
US$425.08
US$142 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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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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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.1
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Alfina
United Kingdom
“We loved the pools and location. The staff were very kind and helpful. We were always advised, helped with organising day trips and taxis. The restaurant is open all day and food was good.”
Bogart
South Africa
“Excellent breakfast, big spacious rooms, great location. Pools were a hit.”
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Jodie
Australia
“I loved that it was in its traditional glory, the location was great, buffet breakfast and food was delicious with plenty of options and the staff were just awesome, friendly and helpful!”
Sybrandt
South Africa
“This hotel was a gem!! Location was perfect for us. Breakfast was absolutely wonderful. The food overall was tasty, well prepared and not too expensive. The room was spacious and we felt spoilt. Really loved our stay at Tembo house.”
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.”
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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”
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Umu
United Kingdom
“Staff were amazing and were very helpful. It was a great location. I will definitely stay again”
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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.”
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Donna
Canada
“The staff went above and beyond to be helpful. The breakfast was good. The room was clean.”
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
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Spa and wellness centre
Restaurant
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Beachfront
Private beach area
Free cot available on request
House rules
Tembo House Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per person, 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.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
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.
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