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Tembo House Hotel

4-star Hotel with Private beach

4 stars

Forodhani Street, P.O.Box 3974, Stone Town,3974, Zanzibar P.O box 3974

+255 779 413 348
8,1
Very Good

5 028 verified ratings

R1 351
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R1 351
Double room
R1 765
King room
R1 773
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About Tembo House Hotel, Zanzibar

Cleanliness
8,5
Comfort
8,5
Location
9,3
Services
8,3
Staff
8,9
Value for money
8,1
Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near Old Fort Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of Tembo House Hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Change of towels is available on request. Tembo House Hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Rooms

Thu 25/9
Fri 26/9
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 765
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 770
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 787
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
R2 821
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
R3 081
nightly with fees
Superior room
1 king bed
R1 775
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R3 096
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 680
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 787
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R1 773
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 459
nightly with fees
3 king beds
R2 493
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 351
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 425
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 493
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Beauty salon
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Table football

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Playground
  • Swimming pool toys

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Valet parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Indoor tennis

Reviews

8,1
Very Good5 028 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Authentic for colonial style. (in 22 reviews)
  • Fantastic location and friendly staff. (in 301 reviews)
  • Good terace with sea view. (in 77 reviews)
Cons -
  • Room was full of ants. (in 47 reviews)
  • The hotel does not serve alcohol (in 77 reviews)

Tembo House Hotel room booking info

Value for money

8,1

Location rating

9,3

Distance to city centre

1,2 km

Nearest airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

7,8 km

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 12:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Tembo House Hotel compare to other 4-star hotels in Zanzibar?

    There is a R1 720/night difference in the average price of 4-star hotels in Zanzibar (R3 266/night) and the average nightly rate at Tembo House Hotel (R1 545/night).

  • How far is Tembo House Hotel from Zanzibar Intl?

    Tembo House Hotel is 7,8 km away from Zanzibar Intl. You can typically expect your drive time from Tembo House Hotel to Zanzibar Intl to be 14 mins. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Tembo House Hotel from Zanzibar Intl?

    With parking available at Tembo House Hotel, you could always hire a car for as low as R426/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Zanzibar. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Zanzibar Intl to Tembo House Hotel, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is Tembo House Hotel pet-friendly?

    Customers of Tembo House Hotel are welcome to bring their dogs with them during their stay.

  • Are there food options at Tembo House Hotel?

    There is a restaurant at Tembo House Hotel that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +255 779 413 348 for kitchen hours. Guests staying at Tembo House Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

    Yes. Many momondo users travelling to Zanzibar specifically look for hotels with a pool. Tembo House Hotel may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.

  • What is the phone number for Tembo House Hotel?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at Tembo House Hotel, call +255 779 413 348.

  • Does Tembo House Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Tembo House Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Tembo House Hotel?

    The required check-out time is 10:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Tembo House Hotel?

    The average price for a night at Tembo House Hotel found recently is R2 469 and can go as low as R1 426/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Tembo House Hotel?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Tembo House Hotel, Zanzibar. Guests can also take advantage of irons and ironing boards at the property either in the room or at the laundry facility.

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    There are 536 operators available for hotels in Zanzibar as of September 2025.

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Places of interest near Tembo House Hotel

Attractions in Zanzibar, Tanzania curated by momondo

Tembo House Hotel location: Forodhani Street, P.O.Box 3974, Stone Town,3974, Zanzibar P.O box 3974

Top landmarks

Stone Town Beach0,1 km
Old Fort0,2 km
Forodhani Gardens0,2 km
House of Wonders0,3 km
Christ Church0,6 km
Slave Chambers0,6 km
Livingstone's House1,7 km
Nakupenda Beach4,4 km

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