Tembo House Hotel

4 stars
Forodhani Street, 3974, Zanzibar P.O box 3974, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 779 413 348
8,3
Very good
based on 5787 reviews
5 787 reviews
Thu 30/4
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Fri 1/5
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 196
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 196
Standard Room
R1 227
King room
R1 681
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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.

8,3
Very good rating
Based on 5 787 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Tembo House Hotel

Thu 30/4
-
Fri 1/5
King room
1 king bed
R1 681
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R2 075
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R2 247
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 227
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 325
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 553
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
R2 674
nightly with fees
Double room
1 twin bed
R1 196
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 323
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 343
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 897
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 559
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 621
nightly with fees
Superior room
bed type unknown
R1 891
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.

Amenities at Tembo House Hotel

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Free 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
  • Foot massage
  • 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
  • Swimming

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

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Family friendly

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

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Massage

Parking and transportation

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

Media and entertainment

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

Laundry

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

Bedroom

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Indoor tennis

Reviews of Tembo House Hotel

8,3
Very good
5787 verified ratings
Wonderful
2824
Very good
1413
Good
768
Okay
329
Fair
208
Mediocre
85
Poor
161

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, which is central and convenient for exploring Stone Town and nearby attractions. The pools were frequently mentioned as a positive feature, along with the traditional and good breakfast offerings. However, some guests noted issues with service quality, cleanliness, and bed comfort. Noise from a nearby generator and occasional room problems were also mentioned. Overall, the hotel offers good value for its location and amenities but has areas needing improvement in service and maintenance.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Pool8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
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Location

Forodhani Street, 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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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

Essential information about Tembo House Hotel

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November
August
R2 407
R2 388
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% 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 June.
  • 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 Friday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Tembo House Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R2 199, while the most expensive was R2 199.
  • How long should you stay at Tembo House Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Tembo House Hotel

  • Where is Tembo House Hotel located?

    Tembo House Hotel is located at Forodhani Street, 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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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

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

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