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About this property
Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views. The hotel's Bahari Restaurant offers local as well international cuisine. Room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged. Other facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, a shared lounge, concierge and laundry services. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving and cycling. The property offers free parking. Zanzibar port is a 5-minute drive away and the Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from Tembo House Hotel. Offering three different swimming pools including a roof top pool.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- 3 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Private beach area
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 double beds Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
3 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed | ||
3 extra-large double beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed and 1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
3 large double beds |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sprinter51
Italy“Breakfast very good. I ate dinner and lunch at the hotel as the food was very good. and value for money. The amount of swimming pools. The room I had was in an annex and was very big. Huge bathroom, sitting room with all the necessities one...” - Victoria
New Zealand“Located on right on the beach. Beautiful historical hotel. Our room overlooked swimming pool & beach.” - Ariannazu Italy“I liked the pools , the facilities and the architecture. Food and location”
- Bryony
Malta“- clean pools - great location - walking distance to restaurants, shops and beach where boats depart to prison island - can watch sunset - beautiful traditional decor” - Kate
United Kingdom“We loved everything about this hotel and didn’t want to leave! Amazing location, wonderful breakfast, comfy room… we would love to go back.” - Cuauhtemoc
Australia“Its clean and in a historical building- ocean front and great location” 
Luciana
Ireland“My recent stay at the Tembo Hotel had both its highlights and a few areas where it fell short. On the positive side, the room itself was nicely decorated, and the bathroom was lovely. The swimming pools and private beach were definitely a plus,...”- Jennifer
Qatar“Very clean and comfortable stay. Super rooftop infinity pools and beach area. Lovely restaurant and very helpful and professional staff.” - Louise United Kingdom“Beautiful historical building, lovely staff, amazing breakfast, perfect location. Comfortable rooms. We stayed in the Freddie Mercury apartment which was quirky and fun, and an ideal space for our family of 4, but the hotel rooms did look a bit...”
- Tracey United Kingdom“Lovely hotel full of character. Great location, great food and friendly helpful staff .”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Tembo Bahari Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Australian • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
One child under 6 years stays for free in existing bedding.
One child from 6 to 10 years old pays USD 20 per person, per night in an extra bed.
One older child or adult pays USD 30 per person, per night in an extra bed.
Please inform Tembo House Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
