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Africa House Hotel

4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town beach hotel with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Royal Room | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Royal Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Royal Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Shangani, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Africa House Hotel

Located just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport, Africa House Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). For a bite to eat, guests can check out Tradewinds, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (861 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1900
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Tradewinds - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Does Africa House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Africa House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Africa House Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Africa House Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Africa House Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15 one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Africa House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Africa House Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near Africa House Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, American cuisine, and ocean views.
What's the area around Africa House Hotel like?
Africa House Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach and 4 minutes' walk from Shangani Beach.

Africa House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Ok, very expensive for the experience. Sea view rooms are extremely noisy.
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

They double charged me for the dinner and charged me ($15) at the time of check-out without providing explanation of charges. The dinner was for $21 but my credit card shows it was charged twice. It was careless of the Africa House Hotel to charge me twice. I tried reaching them but they didn't respond. Please be careful when booking this hotel.
Sameer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Vi, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

kellyson, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

historic colonial building excellent seafront loca
the staff and management are very accomodating, even under challenging circumstances. this is not the ritz carlton or the four seasons, this is a historic colonial building right on the sea front and short walk to everything without being in the overpriced tourist traps like Hyatt. for authentic experience stay in colonial houses like this.
Adam, 6-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great old hotel
Great old hotel, not over restored. Air con rooms. Very nice atmosphere.
Angus, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Unpleasant
I paid more to get an ocean room view - big mistake. The bar was located above my room which meant loud music until the early house of the morning, followed by staff dragging furniture across the floor to set up for breakfast. Lots of dancing, drunk people, whoo hoo’s - all of which made for an unpleasant experience. 2 nights of very little sleep; I was glad to get out of there.
Debbie, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

The sea view rooms are not worth it cause they are located below the restaurant which means you will hear any chair that get moved and the music
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Madelein, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Customer Service
Great Customer Service. Great location. Slightly older building but overally a pleasing place to be.
Shingai, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Kristian, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place eventhough building is old compared to price. Just one thing, when u take a shower, do shower inside tube coz outside of tude height is different that water flew to the room.. Others were excellent...thanks a lot for all staff n service..
Kim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautiful African hotel
Beautiful African hotel in the middle of the city center. Walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Super friendly staff!
Rambart, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Africa House 1 night stay
Great location in Stone Town near key tourist attractions. Old building with lots of character but could use some renovations. Great overall stay and friendly staff. Excellent views from the restaurant terrace.
1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was beyond perfection. We were kinda complicated before arrival. We kept changing our reservation so many different times, I understand its kinda annoying, if I was in their shoes but they were still nice to us and agreed to change Everytime we phoned them. Come to the day of arrival, it was a happy meeting/feeling. we finally got the chance to meet the manager who we had always communicated with. Furthermore, Superb room with a sea view, restaurant with evening sunset view. breakfast with sea view. Friendly service. Actually, we felt at home the entire stay. In general; Happy Super Service from the top to the bottom.
3-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

great view on the sunset bar good service, comfortable rooms You used to be able to order chinese food from the chinese restaurant on the property and have it on the terrace now they changed the rules make you go to the restaurant instead. Bath is set up in a way that you always end up with water all over the bathroom floor if you try and shower
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The booing process was smooth. We booked a deluxe room. Upon arrival we were sat down and told the rooms were being renovated, so there was no room available for us. NO EMAIL OR MESSAGE was sent in advance to notify us and we booked way ahead of time. We were offer another hotel, lower class. They took us to see the room, it was dark and smelling of moth balls. There were cockroaches in the lobby. We refused to stay there. After making us wait for a long time we were told that after all the managemnet found us a room. Looked like they overbooked as we got a bigger room than what we paid for. The overall process was very unpleasant, having to fight for what we already paid for and walk over to a different place. The staff was semi pleasant but clearly not happy that we didn't settle. It all smelled a bit fishy, you just had a feeling they were not honest with you. As for the hotel it was decent, but not as nice as described. From the outside on the ocean side it actually looks horribly neglected.The room was clean but smelled a bit, the breakfast was ok. Had to wait a long time. I would not go back to this place. Find something else !
1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

Very disappointing
On arrival I was greeted well at reception and dealt with registration promptly Cases taken up by the porter. I had booked double deluxe but there was nothing deluxe about it.Fairly standard double room.Air con was not working and was not sorted despite telling them. Bathroom was very tired looking and the shower over the bathtub sprayed water into the gap between the bath and the wall leading to a wet floor -dangerous when stepping out of the bath. Really tired and dirty looking basin area. Breakfast in the morning consisted of small selection of fruit.I asked for toast only to be served with mouldy brown bread. As I was in a hurry to attend a meeting I left without an adequate breakfast. The room was changed the following morning and although I had booked for 2 nights I left after the first night.I feel the rate charged does not reflect the quality of the hotel I am a frequent traveller to Zanzibar but will not be staying at Africa House again. I got some semblance of an apology ( going through the motions)
2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel offers a great overview of the beach/ocean
E.N., 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The view is great, I can see the sea directly from my bed.However, other can also see directly into my room.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Enjoyed our 3 nights at the Africa House in Stone Town, Zanzibar. The building is quite old and has great old-world décor and atmosphere. There is no elevator, so be ready to climb some stairs. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location is within walking distance to the beach, shopping, and dining.
3-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review