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Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown

2.0 star property

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a blue bedspread.
A wooden door with intricate carvings and a metal latch.
A wooden staircase with a simple design, a potted plant, and a tiled floor.
A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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126 Shangani St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 71101
  • Place, House of Wonders
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a blue bedspread.

Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a geometric patterned wall.

Superior Double Room

  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King Room

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a sliding door with vertical bars.

Superior King Room

  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A room with a wooden bed, a bunk bed, a ceiling fan, and a wooden partition.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Junior Room with Balcony

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a blue bedspread.

Family Junior Room with Balcony

  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown is next to Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum. The 12 rooms at this hotel include sitting areas, dining tables, and desk chairs.

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown

Guests of Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown have access to free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sitting areas, ceiling fans, and desks are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 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 4.00 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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: midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown?

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

Will I be able to park at Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown?

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

Does Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown feature a casino?

No, Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown have a hot tub?

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

Does Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown.

Does Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown?

The closest major airport to Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.8 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown.

Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 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. 1 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is a self service room, and it was functional as shown and prices accordingly. as such, 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025