See all properties

Raphael's Hotel

4.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Raphael's Hotel

A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and large windows with a view of a building and a car.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent green-lit sign reading "Raphael's Hotel".
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, wooden pillars, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a massage chair, a small table with towels, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
Praca 25 de Setembro (Kamkomba), Pemba, 3200
  • Place, Ponta Romero Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cemetery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pemba Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pemba (POL)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Apartment, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Apartment, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Pemba

Located within a mile (2 km) of Ponta Romero Lighthouse, Raphael's Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cemetery. This 84-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Ponta Romero Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cemetery - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pemba Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Fish Market - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pemba (POL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pemba Beach Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Locanda Italiana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kauri - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Espaco T - Restaurante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Clube Naval - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Raphael's Hotel

Guests of Raphael's Hotel enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Similar properties

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Avani Pemba Beach Hotel
Pemba
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Kids pool
7.8 out of 10, Good, 16 reviews
$215 nightly
The price is $249
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Avani Pemba Beach Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Besilico
  • Grapevine

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: noon—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Raphael's Hotel Pemba
Raphael's Pemba
Raphael's Hotel Hotel
Raphael's Hotel Pemba
Raphael's Hotel Hotel Pemba

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Raphael's Hotel?

Raphael's Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Raphael's Hotel?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Raphael's Hotel on Jul 17, 2026 start from $95, 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 do around Raphael's Hotel?

This hotel is located in Pemba, close to Ponta Romero Lighthouse, Pemba Beach, and Fish Market. Cemetery is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Is there parking available at Raphael's Hotel?

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

Is there a spa available at Raphael's Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include mani/pedis, body treatments, massages, and facials.

Does Raphael's Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Raphael's Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Raphael's Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Raphael's Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Raphael's Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Raphael's Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Raphael's Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Besilico each morning.

Does Raphael's Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Raphael's Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Raphael's Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Raphael's Hotel?

The closest major airport to Raphael's Hotel is Pemba (POL), which is 2.9 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Raphael's Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Raphael's Hotel that offer a balcony.

Raphael's Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff is super nice and helpful. Received a free room upgrade with ocean view, it's beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

bilal

Liked: Staff & service
Improve on room lighting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness

Mediocre

Hotel is looking a little old and in need of some updates. Clean though very basic. Do not rely on the airport shuttle as it does not arrive to collect you as I discovered and phone numbers at hotel do not get answered.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ferias calmas perto da praia

Calma e seguranca
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Nice hotel, with great rooms, nice staff and good location. Two problems however: (1) while the room was great, the bathroom was miserable (it badly needs refreshing), and (2) the price is relatively high and there was little negotiation even though the hotel is was empty. I had to pay an extra 70$ per night for a small extra bed for my 10yo son.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort

OK hotel

Internet was lacking and breakfast menu could use some work. Bathrooms outdated.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dave

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

In the middle of town, no beaches nearby

Having travelled widely in Africa, this is by far the worst breakfast ever experienced. Very poor quality food, even more poorly prepared, presented cold and covered in flies.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dilkha

Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019