Hotel Tembo House Hotel, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Tembo House Hotel - Zanzibar

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Overview

The 4-star Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar, located 10 km away from Kisauni airport, offers shuttle service and bicycle and car rentals. Boasting an infinity swimming pool, the family-friendly hotel is nestled a 10-minute drive from natural attractions like Nakupenda Beach.

Location

This Zanzibar property is nestled in the Stone Town district of Zanzibar, at a distance of 1 km from business venues like Cinema Afrique Business Center and only a few minutes from Mercury House. The Tembo House is within 10 minutes' walk of - Eastern side of the island bus stop and only a short distance from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. A private beach is within 5 minutes' walk of the accommodation, while Mnazi Mmoja is situated a 13-minute walk away. Located only a short drive from Tembo House Hotel, the Anglican cathedral "Christ Church" is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.

Rooms

The comfortable rooms include a balcony and a dining area, furnished with a fireplace, and some of them face the pool. Guests can also use a hot tub and a shower, along with such amenities as guest toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. This Zanzibar hotel has Tembo Bahari restaurant with a spacious terrace, as well as international cuisine. The on-site bar overlooks the city and features billiards and a TV. You can try Indian cuisine in a restaurant which is located very close by.

Leisure & Business

Leisure options include a terrace, a golf course, and a garden along with chargeable facilities like a picnic area and a community pool. The Tembo House Zanzibar goes the extra mile to provide guests with aerobics to help them stay fit. The Tembo House Zanzibar offers a variety of sport activities, such as snorkelling, diving, and cycling. You can also relax at a wellness area available on site. This Zanzibar property includes a business centre equipped with a desk and a photocopy machine.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 12:00-23:59

until 10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

At the hotel Tembo House guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Swahili

Building

Number of rooms:83

Former name

tembo house hotel & apartments

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Rooms and availability

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Junior Suite

Max:

3 persons

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Deluxe Suite

Max:

3 persons

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Annex Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed2 Single beds2 Single beds

Shower
Balcony

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Aerobics

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Cycling
Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts
Aerobics
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Baby pushchair
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool
Children's play area
Toys
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Turkish bath
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Shallow end
Make up services

Room view

Sea view
City view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about Tembo House Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	166 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre	800 m
🗺️ Location rating	9.8
✈️ Distance to airport	7.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Address

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Forodhani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Forodhani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Mizingani Rd

Old Dispensary

750 m

Market

Darajani Market

860 m

Benjamin Mkapa Rd

The Peace Memorial Museum

660 m

Church

Old Slave Market

770 m

Kiponda

780 m

Tharia St

Slave Chambers

730 m

Museum

Old Fort of Zanzibar

220 m

Museum

House of Wonders

470 m

Historic Site

Stone Town

410 m

Museum

Sultan's Palace

440 m

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

530 m

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

70 m

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

270 m

Park

Forodhani Park

350 m

Kelele Square

150 m

Gallery

Hellen Art Gallery

280 m

Cathedral St

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

410 m

Gallery

The Beautiful Eyes

380 m

Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi

400 m

Hamamni Street

Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar

400 m

Gallery

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

470 m

Marahubi Palace

530 m

Hurumzi St

Shree Shiv Shakti Temple

460 m

Jamatini Rd

Malindi Mosque

580 m

Zanzibar

Tippu Tip's House

240 m

Shangani

300 m

Hurumzi Street

470 m

Church

Christ Church

600 m

Shangani St

Mambo Msiige

120 m

P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar

Imani Zuberi

530 m

Restaurant

Livingstone Beach Restaurant

110 m

Restaurant

Tuna sea view restaurant

0 m

Restaurant

Taarab Restaurant

210 m

Restaurant

Monsoon Restaurant

160 m

Restaurant

Ocean Grill

140 m

Restaurant

Masa Japanese Restaurant

120 m

Restaurant

Lazuli

180 m

Restaurant

Stone Town Cafe

170 m

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Reviews of Tembo House Hotel

8.2 /10

Great

Verified reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

Location9.8

Facilities7.8

Guest reviewsWrite a Review

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Harry

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 14 Oct

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service8.0

Dining7.0

8.0

beachfront location

helpful staff

self-service breakfast

Do recommend for a stopover

Comfortable room, helpful staff, the beachfront location made it easy for us to enjoy the nearby fish market, and we appreciated the self-service breakfast option every morning.

Nothing bad to say.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: August 20244 nightsFamily with childrenFreddie Mercury Apartments With Balcony & City View
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Michael

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 23 Sept

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

breathtaking ocean view

fresh breakfast

friendly staff

I loved staying here. The ocean view from my balcony was breathtaking. Breakfast included fresh omelettes and tropical fruits. The staff were friendly and attentive. The location allowed easy walks to nearby attractions. 🌊

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsFamily with childrenTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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A.

United States

left 3 reviews

Wrote a review on 23 Sept

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

breathtaking ocean view

attentive staff

would definitely go again next time

The ocean view from the room was breathtaking. The balcony was perfect for enjoying morning coffee. Staff were super attentive, and the breakfast had fresh omelets and tropical fruits. The location was walkable to nearby attractions, and the air conditioning kept us cool. Very clean and comfy room with a nice bathroom setup.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsFamily with childrenTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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Kyle

United States

left 20 reviews

Wrote a review on 11 Sept

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service9.0

Dining5.0

8.0

comfortable beds

friendly staff

beautiful pool

staying at tembo house was a wonderful experience. The location was perfect. we could easily walk to the beach and explore the historical center of stonetown. we loved the friendly staff who made us feel right at home. the annex had its own pool, and our room was spacious with comfy beds and convenient amenities like a fridge. plus, that azure pool was just stunning!

100% recommend

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsGroup of friendsFamily Room At Annex Building
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Eugene

United States

left 10 reviews

Wrote a review on 09 Sept

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

breathtaking ocean view

attentive staff

delightful breakfast

awkward shower setup

no privacy from noise

The ocean view from our room was breathtaking, and the balcony was perfect for enjoying morning coffee. The staff was exceptionally attentive, making every meal a delightful experience. Breakfast was a highlight with fresh omelettes and tropical fruits. The location allowed easy walks to nearby attractions, making it convenient for exploring Stone Town.

The shower setup could be awkward at times.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsFamily with childrenTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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Charles

United States

left 16 reviews

Wrote a review on 02 Sept

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

culinary delight

vibrant atmosphere

tropical feast

The grilled dishes at the nearby restaurants were a culinary delight! Loved the vibrant atmosphere and the beach view was a dream. The staff were super friendly and the breakfast spread felt like a tropical feast!

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsFamily with childrenTwin Room With Balcony And Sea View
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Hugh

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 30 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining9.0

8.0

amazing breakfast

clean property

great staff

awkward shower setup

We had a great time exploring Stone Town's winding lanes and visiting the beautiful beaches. The atmosphere was relaxing, and the staff celebrated my birthday with a lovely surprise! The property was clean, and the breakfast was amazing.

However, our room's shower setup was awkward with no proper curtain, making it challenging to use without getting the whole bathroom wet.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsGroup of friendsTwin Room With Balcony And Sea View
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Nancy

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 21 Aug

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

beautiful decor

spacious common areas

easy accessibility

sound insulation

room noise

I appreciated the Tembo House Hotel's beautiful decor, spacious common areas, and easy accessibility. The beach views from various lounging spots were enchanting, making my stay relaxing and enjoyable without any obstacles for movement.

Improved sound insulation in rooms would be beneficial.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsSingleDouble Room Balcony Sea View
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Alexis

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 19 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining7.0

8.0

comfortable beds

friendly staff

beautiful pool

room noise

Tembo House in Stone Town offered a lovely experience with comfortable beds and a beautiful pool. The staff's friendly nature made us feel at home. Only downside, room noise could be challenging at times, but the overall atmosphere was delightful. I would definitely recommend.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsCoupleTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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Kevin

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 06 Aug

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

friendly staff

spacious room

ocean view

slow wifi

limited dining options

my experience at this hotel was fantastic, surpassing my expectations from my previous stay in zanzibar. the location was perfect, allowing us to easily explore the beach and stone town. the staff were incredibly friendly and the spacious room with an ocean view was a dream.

wifi connection was quite slow.

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Date of stay: July 20242 nightsCoupleTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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Jill

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 02 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining8.0

8.0

central location

vibrant atmosphere

street noise

The central location provides easy access to the beach and exploration of the historical areas without a hassle. The atmosphere offers vibrant life and energy, especially during late afternoons, making it a lively spot while enjoying the local scene.

However, my room was located at the front, leading to significant noise from the street, particularly from 5 PM to 7 PM. While many vendors were polite, there were moments when repeated solicitations became a bit overwhelming, which could detract from relaxation on the loungers.

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Date of stay: July 20249 nightsFamily with childrenDouble Room With Balcony City View
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Linda

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 29 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service8.0

Dining8.0

9.0

great location

friendly staff

slow wi-fi

Great location and friendly staff, but the Wi-Fi was frustratingly slow.

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsCoupleTwin Room Balcony Sea View
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Robert

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 11 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service8.0

Dining9.0

9.0

gorgeous property

friendly staff

slow response

communication issues

missed pickup

The ocean-view room was absolutely stunning with a beautiful balcony. Staff were mostly friendly and made efforts to accommodate our needs, but communication regarding our airport pickup could be improved. The restaurant offered delicious food, with the organic chicken standing out as a highlight. However, response times from the staff were a bit slow during our stay.

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Date of stay: June 20241 nightGroup of friendsTwin Room With Balcony And Sea View
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Charlie

United States

left 7 reviews

Wrote a review on 03 May

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

amazing breakfast

friendly staff

great location

spotty wi-fi

Perfect getaway with a fantastic view

The check-in was super smooth, and the location in Stone Town is perfect. Breakfast was always hot and delicious, thanks to Ms. Anwaritha. Our room right on the beach was quiet and cozy. One downside? The Wi-Fi was a bit spotty at times, but it didn’t ruin our stay!

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Date of stay: March 20241 nightFamily with childrenDouble Room Balcony Sea View
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Mildred

United States

left 11 reviews

Wrote a review on 20 Apr

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

friendly staff

delicious breakfast

a charming hotel with friendly staff and delicious breakfast options including made-to-order omelettes

Loved the warm staff and amazing breakfast.

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Date of stay: February 20241 nightFamily with childrenDouble Room With Balcony City View

FAQ about Tembo House Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the Tembo House Hotel hotel?

You can visit Cinema Afrique Business Center as well as Vikokotoni, placed just 12 and 17 minutes walk away from the Tembo House Hotel hotel respectively.

Which landmarks are closest to Tembo House Hotel hotel?

Guests of Tembo House Hotel hotel can visit Old Fort of Zanzibar (a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Hamamni Persian Baths placed 7 minutes' walk away.

Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the hotel?

Airport shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.

Can I leave my car in the 4-star Tembo House Hotel parking lot for free?

Yes, the 4-star Tembo House Hotel provides parking spaces for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the Tembo House Hotel?

The Tembo House Hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated restaurant Vivi Cafe—9/10 according to reviews—which offers dishes of Indian cuisine.

Can I eat breakfast at Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Tembo House Hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 12:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.

What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star Tembo House Hotel?

Payment methods in the 4-star Tembo House Hotel include:

сash
Mastercard
Visa

What kinds of rooms does the 4-star Tembo House Hotel hotel offer?

The 4-star Tembo House Hotel hotel offers such room types as Apartment, Twin Room, and Standard Twin Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star Tembo House Hotel?

Most rooms of the 4-star Tembo House Hotel include a balcony and a dining area as well as wireless internet and cable channels.

Is the 4-star Tembo House Hotel hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?

Yes, the 4-star Tembo House Hotel hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.

Are there any business facilities featured at the hotel?

Yes, for business travellers the hotel provides computers and a photocopy machine.

Which facilities are provided in the hotel?

The hotel includes such facilities as currency exchange and a cash machine, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.

Do you have a pool at the 4-star Tembo House Hotel?

Yes, the 4-star Tembo House Hotel features an infinity pool.

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Tembo House Hotel - Zanzibar

Location

Rooms

Eat & Drink

Leisure & Business

Rooms and availability

Facilities

Main facilities

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room view

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

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Essential information about Tembo House Hotel

Location

Reviews of Tembo House Hotel

Do recommend for a stopover

would definitely go again next time

Perfect getaway with a fantastic view

a charming hotel with friendly staff and delicious breakfast options including made-to-order omelettes

FAQ about Tembo House Hotel

Tourists from New Zealand often stay at these properties. Consider them for your next trip.