Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar

ex. Tembo House Hotel & Apartments
Zanzibar, Tanzania View on map
8.4 Very Good Based on 4186 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Three pools face the sea, where loungers line the beach. Rooms feature mosquito nets, air conditioning, and minifridges. Daily breakfast buffets serve the restaurant area. Made for Stone Town sightseers, and less so for anyone relying on elevators."

from US$ 153 US$ 130 per night
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Check-in
17 Oct 2026
Check-out
18 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Tembo House Hotel

  • Beachfront
    Private beach area
  • Infinity Pool
    Rooftop ocean views
  • Bahari Restaurant
    Seafood & tropical juices
  • Hammam & Spa
    Turkish bath & massages
  • Historic Landmark
    Freddie Mercury stayed here
  • Stone Town Center
    3-min walk to House of Wonders

Overview

Offering a summer terrace, spa therapy, and a picnic area, the 4-star Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar is located 5 minutes' stroll from The Zanzibar Curio shop in the Stone Town district. Located within a few blocks of Slave Chambers, this hotel boasts cribs and baby carriage for guests with children and offer a Chinese restaurant onsite.

Situated in the very heart of Zanzibar, the hotel is 750 feet from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. The Tembo House also gives access to Mercury House, which is a 10-minute walk away. This accommodation is 400 feet from a private beach and lies near hot springs. Not far from Mnazi Mmoja is a perk for guests staying at the hotel. The bus stop - Eastern side of the island is located a 15-minute walk from the property.

The Tembo House Zanzibar welcomes guests to 85 rooms complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts like ironing facilities and air conditioning. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar and tea/coffee making equipment. This Zanzibar hotel also features private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The rooms have a view over the ocean.

Tembo House Hotel serves a continental breakfast every morning. American cuisine is teamed with reliable service for fine dining in Tembo Bahari restaurant. The Zanzibar hotel invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink. It also looks onto the urban.

  • Check-in
    from 12:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 10:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Tembo House Hotel
Our tips

Should you book Tembo House Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Need on-site dining with variety, as the Bahari Restaurant serves local and international cuisine.
  • Appreciate multiple pool options, including three swimming pools and a rooftop pool.
Maybe skip if you
  • Travel with pets, as the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
  • Rely on a free airport transfer, since the airport shuttle is available for an extra fee.
Best for
  • a private beach with sun loungers and umbrellas

Facilities of Tembo House

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • 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
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling
  • Tennis
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services
Tembo House Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baby pushchair
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Game room

Policies

Tembo House Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 12:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, continental breakfast is included in some rates. Please check the rates before making a reservation.
Yes, some rooms do have an work desk.
This 4-star hotel is placed in the very heart of Zanzibar, near Old Fort of Zanzibar.
Yes, it offers bag storage before check-in or after check-out.
Payment methods available here include Visa, Mastercard and Maestro.

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