Vivi Cafe B&B

3.0 star property

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Double Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Building design
Front of property
Restaurant
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Gizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Vivi Cafe B&B is next to House of Wonders and Old Fort. This 6-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Forodhani Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vivi Cafe B&B

Guests of Vivi Cafe B&B enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance 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

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number NR.A.182881.2025

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Vivi Cafe B&B?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Old Fort and Shangani Beach, and within a short walk of Forodhani Gardens. You'll also find Slave Market and Nakupenda Beach less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Vivi Cafe B&B?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vivi Cafe B&B on May 4, 2026 start from $46, 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.

Will I be able to park at Vivi Cafe B&B?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Does Vivi Cafe B&B have a casino at the property?

No, Vivi Cafe B&B doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Vivi Cafe B&B?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Vivi Cafe B&B?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a beach bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Vivi Cafe B&B?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Vivi Cafe B&B feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Vivi Cafe B&B serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Vivi Cafe B&B allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Vivi Cafe B&B.

Are there connecting rooms at Vivi Cafe B&B?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from Vivi Cafe B&B?

The closest major airport to Vivi Cafe B&B is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 5.1 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Vivi Cafe B&B?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Vivi Cafe B&B that offer a balcony.

Vivi Cafe B&B Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sheri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was welcoming, and the property was clean. The air conditioning was a lifesaver!
Very clean room with a slightly hard bed. But air conditioning!!
Hotel front
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Violet, brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, Very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice, pleasant, convenient, easy stay. The rooms were clean, air conditioned, and had plenty of space for a solo traveler like myself. We actually had had water, which was also nice compared to some places I’ve been. The staff were fantastic, and I especially appreciate their help with a few things I needed help with. Overall, great stay. Would happily recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marthe

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

susanne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
1 Handtuch für 2 Nächte/ 2 Gäste, Tauben direkt neben dem Bett hinter einem Gitter ohne Fenster, laut, kaum erreichbares WiFi, winziges Bett, mini Zimmer, ohne Café, Name irreführend, keine Parkplätze, Zimmer feucht und muffig
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025