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Africa House Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Staircase
Lounge
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shangani, Zanzibar Town
  • Place, Nakupenda Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Royal Room | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Royal Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Royal Single Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Africa House Hotel is next to Nakupenda Beach and People's Palace Museum. This 15-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Nakupenda Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Africa House Hotel

Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
Guests of Africa House Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15 one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a library, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and minibars are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tradewinds

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 861 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 11:30 AM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 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 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Africa House Hotel
Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Africa House Zanzibar Town
The Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Africa Hotel Stone Town
Africa House Hotel Hotel
Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Africa House Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Africa House Hotel?

Africa House Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Africa House Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Nakupenda Beach and People's Palace Museum, and within a short walk of Shangani Beach. You'll also find Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Africa House Hotel?

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

Does Africa House Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Africa House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Africa House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Africa House Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a beachfront restaurant.

Does Africa House Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Africa House Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Africa House Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast.

Does Africa House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Africa House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Africa House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Africa House Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.7 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Africa House Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Africa House Hotel.