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Barabara House

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Front of property
Reception
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a white bedside table, and a wooden wardrobe.
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A cozy room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, and a small table with a bottle and glass.

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

Jambiani Beach is a short stroll from Barabara House, and other popular attractions like Paje Beach are within a 15-minute drive. This 4-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 24 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Africana's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Barabara House

Barabara House features free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 35 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can help with dry cleaning or laundry, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer free toiletries, bidets, and slippers. Ceiling fans and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, airport, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal
  • Check-in: noon—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts mobile payments and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Guesthouse
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Barabara House?

Barabara House offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabara House?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabara House on Aug 1, 2026 start from $66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Barabara House?

This guesthouse is located in Jambiani within a short 5-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. You'll also find Paje Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Barabara House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa available at Barabara House?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Barabara House include a casino on the premises?

No, Barabara House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Barabara House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Barabara House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as couples/private dining and proposal/romance packages.

Does Barabara House have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Barabara House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Barabara House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Barabara House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Barabara House.

Does Barabara House have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Barabara House?

The closest major airport to Barabara House is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 24.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Barabara House?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Barabara House.

Barabara House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo custo benefício
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019