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Africa House Hotel, Zanzibar

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Africa House Hotel in Zanzibar captures the essence of colonial charm, attracting guests who appreciate heritage aesthetics. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the hotel features oversized windows that offer impressive views. Its proximity to landmarks such as Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort makes it a historically significant location. With a blend of modern amenities and historical decor, the hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Located a short distance from vibrant Shangani Square, the hotel allows easy access to local attractions like the House of Wonders and the Old Fort of Zanzibar. Transportation options include a ferry terminal shuttle service and area shuttles for exploring nearby sites. Free parking and complimentary airport shuttles are also available for guest convenience.

Rooms

The hotel offers 15 elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms, featuring large windows and antique four-poster beds. Guests can enjoy amenities such as refrigerators, minibars, and free WiFi. Rooms are equipped with satellite TV, phones, and private bathrooms for added convenience. Views from the rooms include picturesque rooftops of Stone Town and serene sea vistas.

Eat & Drink

Africa House Hotel includes two onsite restaurants that serve a mix of local and international cuisine. Tradewinds restaurant offers American fare with ocean views and al fresco dining. Additionally, the hotel features an open-air terrace with a bar for casual refreshments. Guests are also treated to a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides leisure options including a rooftop terrace, library, and garden views for relaxation. Business amenities include conference space with 861 square feet dedicated to meetings, alongside a fully equipped business center. A 24-hour front desk and concierge services enhance guest convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double or Twin Room Sea View
Max:
2 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Deluxe Room
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
City view
Shower
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Deluxe King Room
Max:
2 persons
40 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Zanzibar700 m
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 8.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Gift/Newsstand

Guest Parking

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Room service

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Map view
Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Nearby
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
450 m
Kelele Square
210 m
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
70 m
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
500 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
560 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
570 m
Zanzibar
Tippu Tip's House
60 m
Shangani
150 m
Vuga
240 m
Shangani St
Mambo Msiige
220 m
Restaurants
The Beach House Restaurant
100 m
Shangani Street
Travellers Cafe
80 m
Kelele Square
Pagoda Chinese Restaurant
100 m
76 Shangani Street
Al-Bahr TurkIsh Restaurant
100 m
Shangani Waterfront
Stone Town Cafe
210 m
Kenyatta Road Shangani River
Le Spices Rendez-Vous
180 m
Kenyatta Road/Vuga Street
Al Johari
200 m
116 Shangani
Lazuli
240 m
Shangani district Latitude -6.163158 Longitude 39.187793
Buni
160 m
Shangani Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient location
Spacious rooms
Limited dining options
Wi-Fi costs extra
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
8.8
Location
10.0
Service
7.8
Dining
5.4
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 10 reviews
3.5/5 based on 321 reviews
7.6
7.6/10based on 282 reviews
#29 of 34 hotels in Stone Town based on Tripadvisor
Keith
United Kingdom, August  2024
7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, especially enjoying the clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely view of Stone Town. The location was fantastic, right in the Shangani area by the sea and near major historical spots. However, the dining experience did leave a bit to be desired with limited options. Overall, considering everything, it did provide great value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were always kept clean and very comfortable. I loved the view of Stone Town.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and attentive, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in the Shangani area, close to all historical sights and very convenient to the city center.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast could use more variety, as I found the options a bit limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but they could be improved in terms of amenities.
Anthony
United Kingdom, August  2024
8.0/10

The hotel is located in Shangani, right by the sea, which made for a delightful breakfast with a stunning ocean view. My room had a great view of Stone Town, was clean, and had functioning air conditioning. The staff were friendly, but the dining options could use an upgrade. Overall, it offered good value for money, but the amenities left a bit to be desired.

Rooms
9.0
My room had a lovely view of Stone Town and was kept impeccably clean, plus the air conditioning worked perfectly.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and attentive, which made my stay quite enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The location is fantastic, right next to the ocean and close to the city center, making it convenient to explore.
Dining
6.0
While having breakfast with an ocean view was special, the food options were somewhat limited and could be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were okay, but they didn't quite match up to the expectations set by the hotel's location and service.
Anne
United Kingdom, July  2024
8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located right in the Shangani area, next to the ocean. The views were absolutely breathtaking, especially while enjoying breakfast. The rooms were spacious and well-kept, making my stay quite comfortable. On the downside, the dining options could use some improvement, particularly at breakfast, and there were minor issues with service that could have been better. Overall, it was great value for money considering the location and amenities provided.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a stunning view of Stone Town. The air conditioning worked well, making it a comfortable escape from the heat.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly, but at times a bit slow, especially with room service.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, right by the sea and close to main hotspots in Stone Town. Having breakfast with a view of the ocean is truly special.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience could be improved as there were limited gluten-free dishes and breakfast options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities, including a pool and well-maintained common areas.
Ted
United Kingdom, July  2024
7.8/10

The hotel enjoys a wonderful location right by the sea and close to everything in Stone Town. My room was clean, comfortable, and featured a bath tub, which was a nice touch. The staff were friendly and welcoming. However, the dining options didn't meet my expectations, as the choices were rather limited. Despite these points, I found the value for money to be decent overall.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a nice bath tub and twin beds.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in the Shangani area, right by the sea and near everything in Stone Town.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience could have been better; I found the breakfast options limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had various amenities, but I felt some could be improved.
Anna
United Kingdom, June  2024
7.8/10

The hotel boasts a fantastic location right in the heart of Stone Town, making it super convenient to explore the area. My room offered a lovely view, and it felt very clean and comfortable. The service was friendly but had some room for improvement. While the dining experience was generally good, the breakfast could use a bit more variety. Overall, it's great value for money, though I found the Wi-Fi to be quite frustrating as it wasn't included in the price.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean, comfortable, and offered a great view of Stone Town.
Service
7.0
The staff was generally friendly, though I felt some aspects of the service could be improved.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the Shangani area, by the sea and close to the city center, making it easy to access everything in Stone Town.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but the breakfast options could use some more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent amenities, but nothing particularly luxurious stood out.
Jennifer
United Kingdom, June  2024
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which is located right in the heart of Stone Town, making it super convenient for exploring. The rooms were clean, spacious, and offered a fantastic view of the area. The staff were friendly and accommodating, but the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, it was great value for money, though the Wi-Fi being extra was slightly inconvenient.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and offered a great view of Stone Town.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and accommodating during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located right in the center of Stone Town, close to attractions and restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The dining options could definitely use some improvement, especially at breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good facilities, although there wasn't a pool available.
Convenient location
Limited dining options
Edward
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.8/10

My stay at this hotel was quite enjoyable, with clean and comfortable rooms and a fantastic location right in the heart of Stone Town. The friendly staff made my experience even better, but I found the dining options a bit lacking, especially for breakfast. Overall, it’s good value for money, but there's room for improvement in the food department.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were kept clean and had a nice view of Stone Town. They were comfortable with functioning air conditioning, and I really appreciated having twin beds.
Service
8.0
The staff was always friendly and accommodating, making me feel welcome throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
Located in the Shangani area, the hotel is by the sea and close to the main attractions in Stone Town, which is super convenient.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience fell a bit short for me; there weren't many options, particularly for breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
C.
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.6/10

I really loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and had a stunning view of Stone Town. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of everything, although getting to the restaurant from reception took a little longer than expected. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. On the downside, while the facilities were decent, they could use a little update. Overall, it was great value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The room I stayed in was clean and comfortable, with a beautiful view of Stone Town.
Service
8.0
The service from the staff was really friendly and attentive.
Location
10.0
The hotel is located in the center of Stone Town, which made it convenient to explore the area.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but could be improved a bit.
John
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which offers a comfortable and clean atmosphere with friendly staff. The location is perfect, close to restaurants and historical sights in Stone Town. However, the dining experience fell short due to limited breakfast options. Overall, it’s a great value for money, but the Wi-Fi being an extra cost was a bit annoying.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and well-maintained with functional air conditioning.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located near all the major historical sights in Stone Town and right by the sea.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were limited, which was a disappointment for me.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were decent, yet the lack of a pool area was noted.
Peter
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

I had a nice stay at this hotel, which is located right by the beach and very close to the city center. The rooms were kept clean and I appreciated the functioning air conditioning. The breakfast could use some improvement though, but the overall value for money is pretty decent. The amenities were good, but the Wi-Fi wasn't included, which was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and I enjoyed the comfortable twin beds, plus the bath tub was a nice touch.
Service
7.0
The chambermaid was friendly and efficient during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly positioned in the Shangani area by the sea, making it convenient for beach access and close to the main area of Stone Town.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were a bit limited, which was unfortunate.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were average, but the pool area was decent for relaxing.
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