About this property

Located in Zanzibar City, the unique and historical Zanzibar Coffee House offers individually designed rooms and suites. It features a coffee shop and a roof top terrace, overlooking Stone Town. The rooms combine old-world charm and antique details with modern conveniences. Each room is fitted with a ceiling fan and a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. Free WiFi is available. Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace. The hotel's café is situated downstairs and offers a variety of coffees, prepared by trained baristas. Guests can also indulge in cakes or order meals and snacks. Zanzibar Coffee House has a 24-hour front desk, concierge and laundry services. Zanzibar Airport is 8 km away and airport transfers can be arranged for a surcharge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Meriel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the traditional style of the building. Old features had been left, and maintained. The staff were all incredibly helpful and smiley. The breakfast was superb.
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The rooms were beautiful, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms were lovely to look at too. The cafe on the roof and breakfast were perfect. The service was really friendly and helpful
  • Georgina
    Jordan Jordan
    Breakfast was phenomenal. The staff were delightful and kind. The coffee is so good- I have been a barista in the UK and this place was top notch. My room was very sweet- quaint and clean. Had AC which was a blessing. Cleaned every day and the...
  • Sherri
    South Africa South Africa
    The building is beautiful and quirky and in a fantastic location within Stone Town. The staff are super friendly and helpful.
  • Jeremy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful coffee. The building had great character.. well-located in the labyrinth of Stone Town.
  • Pretty
    Canada Canada
    Rooftop Terrance for breakfast and welcome drink with coffee options.
  • Sherri
    South Africa South Africa
    I loved the location, the building, and amenities. The staff were amazing, so kind and helpful. I had to leave early due to a family emergency and the staff could not have been more helpful and sensitive.
  • Stefan
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautifully preserved and maintained house. Stylishly Decorated with all kinds of coffee related items. Rooftop breakfasts incredibly friendly and caring staff.
  • Bettina
    Australia Australia
    Location, super friendly staff, breakfast was served on the roof top. The room was beautifully Arabic/ Indian decorated, comfy bed
  • Felipe
    Australia Australia
    The originality of the the décor and the friendliness of the staff, made up from 100% local people made it all more pleasant.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The Zanzibar Coffee House is entirely a non-smoking zone.

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