Barabara House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to Jambiani Beach

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
  • Jambiani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Paje Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 3-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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
  • Makunduchi Beach - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Barabara House

Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to Jambiani Beach
Barabara House features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 45 per vehicle one-way. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have free toiletries and slippers. Other amenities include sitting areas, espresso makers, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, German, Swahili

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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
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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 45 per vehicle (one-way)

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 credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant 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.

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.

Will I be able to park 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Barabara House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like slippers and an espresso maker as well as massages.

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?

Barabara House offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Barabara House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Barabara House.

Are there connecting rooms at Barabara House?

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, there aren't any 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

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019