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Tembo House Hotel
4 stars

Tembo House Hotel

Forodhani Street, P.O.Box 3974, Stone Town,3974, Zanzibar P.O box 3974, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 779 413 348
From
R1 350
Cheapest

rate per night

8,2
Very good
based on 5035 reviews
5 035 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R1 350
Double room
R1 763
King room
R1 771
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Overview

Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar Town and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It also provides outdoor tennis courts, indoor tennis courts and an indoor pool.

There are a variety of amenities available to those staying at the hotel, including a rooftop terrace, an express check-in and check-out feature and a beauty centre. There is also a barbecue area on-site for guests to use.

All the rooms at Tembo House Hotel provide a refrigerator and a mini bar. They are also fitted with a hair dryer and a microwave.

The hotel's in-house restaurant, Bahari Restaurant, is a popular place to enjoy a meal. Packed lunches can be prepared on request for those wanting to sightsee during the day.

For guests who enjoy making the most of local dining options, there is a large variety within walking distance. Fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving are available nearby.

Latest deals for Tembo House Hotel

Sat 27/9
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Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 763
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 768
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 785
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 922
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 350
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 424
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 492
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 865
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 092
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 676
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 783
nightly with VAT
Queen room
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R2 818
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R3 078
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R1 771
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R2 456
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
3 king beds
R2 490
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
3 king beds
R2 492
nightly with VAT
Superior room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R1 773
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at Tembo House Hotel

  • 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 of Tembo House Hotel

8,2
Very good
5035 verified ratings
Wonderful
2424
Very good
1226
Good
692
Okay
298
Fair
183
Mediocre
74
Poor
141

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location, cleanliness, and friendly service. Many highlighted the beautiful historical building and the amazing breakfast. However, noise levels from outside and some issues with value for price were common concerns.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Noise Level1.5 out of 10
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Location

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

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach81 m
  • Old Fort204 m
  • Forodhani Gardens211 m
  • House of Wonders275 m
  • Stone Town0.5 km
  • Christ Church0.6 km
  • Slave Chambers0.6 km
  • Livingstone's House1.7 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.4 km
  • Changuu Island5.3 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.4 km
  • Chumbe Island13 km

Policies

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.

Essential information about Tembo House Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
August
R2 369
R2 440
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Tembo House Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Tembo House Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Tembo House Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Tembo House Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Tembo House Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 735, while the most expensive was R1 735.
  • How long should you stay at Tembo House Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Tembo House Hotel

  • Where is Tembo House Hotel located?

    Tembo House Hotel is located at Forodhani Street ,P.O.Box 3974, Stone Town,3974, 1,2 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Tembo House Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Tembo House Hotel?

    Check-in time is 12:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Tembo House Hotel.

  • Does Tembo House Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Tembo House Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Tembo House Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Tembo House Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Tembo House Hotel from the airport?

    Tembo House Hotel is 7,8 km from Zanzibar Intl. Tembo House Hotel is 79,4 km from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Tembo House Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Tembo House Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Tembo House Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Tembo House Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Tembo House Hotel.

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Good to know

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,1
1,2 km
Zanzibar Intl
7,8 km

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