Zanzibar House

3.5 star property
Beachfront B&B with outdoor pool, near Muyuni Beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Escape to the oceanfront Zanzibar House, where you can unwind with a beach massage or rejuvenate in the sauna. Enjoy snorkeling, fishing, and scuba diving on site, then relax at the poolside bar or coffee shop/cafe. With an outdoor pool and sun loungers nearby, as well as a garden and arcade/game room for some friendly competition.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $169
includes taxes & fees
$147 per night
Mar 12 - Mar 13

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Matemwe, Matemwe

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Kigomani Beach - 11 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 11 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 15 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 76 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Zanzibar House

Placing you within a 10-minute walk of Muyuni Beach, Zanzibar House offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and sun loungers. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis, and the outdoor pool provides fun for everyone. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a hot tub, and a sauna.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, 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

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 (available 24 hours)*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include body scrubs and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 90 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 20 and June 30.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 70.0 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Zanzibar House
Zanzibar House B&B
Zanzibar House Matemwe
Zanzibar House B&B Matemwe
Zanzibar House Matemwe
Zanzibar House Bed & breakfast
Zanzibar House Bed & breakfast Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzibar House currently open?

The property is closed between April 20 and June 30.

Does Zanzibar House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Zanzibar House 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.

Is there a pool at Zanzibar House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Zanzibar House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Zanzibar House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Zanzibar House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 90 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Zanzibar House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Zanzibar House and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Zanzibar House also has a private beach and a sauna, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Zanzibar House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining and international cuisine.

Does Zanzibar House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Zanzibar House like?

Zanzibar House is located a short 9-minute walk from Muyuni Beach.

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Zanzibar House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I am a solo female traveller. Zanzibar House is an excellent property in so many ways. The staff are friendly and helpful. The grounds are a delight to be in, with lots of comfortable places to sit and read or contemplate the beauty of the area. I did not use the pool and I am sure it would be lovely. At night time I had an evening meal which was tasty and they accommodated my dietary requirements very well. I am gluten intolerant. I recommend this hotel if you like quiet and beauty filled places
aileen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helen, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rolland, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Unfortunately our experience was not as nice as we had hoped. As two women in their 20s and 30s we felt that we were at times treated as children. We were informed by a male staff member that we were “not allowed” to eat breakfast at the table overlooking the ocean, even though the owner specifically informed us of this option the day prior (likely because he did not want to walk the extra distance.) Our ‘Garden View’ room was a view of the parked vehicles in front of the hotel. The room also lacked any storage space or shelves for suitcases and belongings, leaving our 4 bags blocking the door due to lack of any space. Breakfast had no fresh coffee, only instant, and ended abruptly—when I returned on the hour to refill my tea, I was told breakfast ended and the female staff would not bring back the tea kettle for hot water. I informed the owner I was gluten free on arrival, but no arrangements were made. This meant my breakfast options were limited to a fruit cup and eggs. Sauna/hammam must be requested in advance, as we were told it was “off”. The staff did not offer to turn on when we asked about it. In conclusion, beautiful hotel but not a beautiful experience.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Smukt sted - mindre behagelig stemning
Lille hotel, der ligger utrolig smukt ned til vidunderlig strand. Dejlig udsigt fra balkon med udsigt over havet. Hotelophold indbefatter halvpension med fire retter mad, som er dejlig, men det bliver hurtigt alt for voldsomt. Man savner selv at kunne vælge a la carte. Personalet er venligt. Men værtsparret har desværre en ret utiltalende måde at behandle ansatte på, og der bliver ind imellem talt grimt og råbt højt af personalet, hvilket trækker gevaldigt ned på stemningen.
4-night trip

2/10 Poor

This is the worst hotel experience we have had after travelling for many years across many continents. The management is poor. The owner could often be overheard berating and yelling at his staff in front of hotel guests. When issues such as a broken pool filter, slow wifi, or power outages came up, his response was to shrug and say, “This is Africa, what can you expect?” The menu at the hotel restaurant is a set menu consisting of seafood and meat dishes. As vegetarians, we found it difficult to eat here and ended up going to a hotel down the beach (Mandhari Villa - highly recommend) for dinners. We booked a “garden view” room and it was up a set up steep stairs on top of the guard house at the entrance to the hotel, completely separated from the main hotel building. Our privacy was not maintained and we had a knock on our door from housekeeping at 9pm despite not calling them for anything. There are multiple cats on the property that seem to be pets of the owners, and they wander through the lobby/restaurant/pool area at all times. The towels were not changed daily despite us having to pay an extra surcharge for a second person. This led us to wonder what the extra charge was going towards. The restaurant and pool staff however are very nice and attentive. They are working under poor management conditions and still keep a smile on their faces. All in all we would absolutely never recommend this hotel to any family or friends.
MA, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Zain, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem on lovely Matemwe beach
A piece of paradise!! Everything was great, from the food to the service to the facilities to the beach. We loved it and will definitely go back!
Ahmed, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place; nice and helpful owners, tasty food. The beach is peaceful...but fyi, has serious tides and seaweed. But there are a few lovely spots to float around at. It is an easy day trip to other more swim-happy beaches and about an hour to Stonetown. This is a place to go an relax. But options through hotel or beach dudes are plentiful if you want activities.
3-night trip

6/10 Good

15-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise
Beautiful hotel with 7 rooms right at the beach. Very calm area and not many tourists at the beach (gets cleaned everyday). Food is delicious, for $15 you get a 4 course dinner menu. At the bar you get good shisha too. The staff is nice and very helpful. Massage was great. Wifi was availabe everywhere (room, restaurant, beach). You can pay in Eur, Usd, Tsh, credit card.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ザンジバル島を満喫できるホテル
ザンジバル島にのんびり滞在し、休日をゆったり過ごしたいなら絶対に満足すること間違いなし。ディナーのメインは、その日にとれた魚。シンプルな焼き魚がとても美味しかった!オーナーの優しさが伝わってくるホテルでした。
akira, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our host Maximo was great! Food was spectacular. Service was decent.
Caitlin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful, well-decorated property. Relaxing atmosphere with plenty of lounge chairs, daybeds and tables on a beautiful beach. The four-course dinners were leisurely and tasty. The staff was very welcoming.
Becca , 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Lovely
My stay was pleasant from arrival till departure. Everyone was nice and accommodating. Thank you and Happy Holidays. To anyone out there looking for “a feel at home” this is the place to stay.
Kira, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel we stayed in in Zanzibar
We stayed in 5 hotels while making our way around Zanzibar and really enjoyed 4 of them. Of the 4, this one really was the best, a cut above in every respect -- fantastic atmosphere, gorgeous property, great management and staff. As you drive down the horrible dirt road that leads from the highway to the property, you'll think you must have made a wrong turn. But you haven't -- keep going.
Loren, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

My "Zanzibar House" in Matemwe
The whole place is amazing. Unlike the 50+room hotels this is a smaller establishment which adds to the peaceful beach front atmosphere. It's in a great location to go south for a day trip to the spice farms, caves, or fishing communities. Or go North to Membe Island for diving/ snorkling or Nungwi for a big party. Extremely warm artistic decor and the food was fantastic.
Kelly, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

A Hidden Gem
Zanzibar House is an exceptional place and a beautiful experience. Georgia treated me like family from the moment I arrived. The location is inspirational, meditative and a place to disconnect from the stresses of the world. Thank you.
The Travel Guru, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Stay in Zanzibar house
We had lovely time in Zanzibar House. The place is clean and nicely decorated. Owners are amazing. Everyday we were spoilt by great Italian food. Staff are friendly and helpful.We had very memorable experience. Highly recommended!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel familiale exceptionnel
Hotel familiale avec une vue magnifique. Propriétaire italien très sympa. Une enorme plus value apporté par le restaurant avec un menu du soir raffiné.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

目の前にビーチのあるホテル
ホテルの部屋から海が見え、朝日を見ることができます。 夕食はとても美味しくて満足しました。 空港送迎を頼んでいたのですが飛行機が遅れたにも関わらず長い間待っていただいたようです。 周りに何もなく、人も少ないのでのんびり過ごすことができました。
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location
Zanzibar House was super charming and quiet, great secluded place to relax. The rooms have fantastic balconies with hanging chairs and a view of the sea. Beautiful beach right outside and really nice pool/garden area. $15usd gets u a 4 course dinner- mine was baked prawns, crab linguini, grilled lobster and mille feuille- can't beat that! Great breakfast too- try the homemade papaya cinnamon passion fruit jam and banana yogurt. Would definitely stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Our new family in Zanzibar.
This little gem is the perfect place to relax and just let this lovely Italian family spoil you. We stayed for a whole weekend, and enjoyed every single minute of it. From the lovely breakfast in the morning to the fantastic 4 course diner in the evening, everything was just perfect, and prepared with great love and thoughtfullness. From our arrivel till we left, we felt like a part of this lovely family, being invited in to their home. We WILL be back!!!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

ZANZIBAR HOUSE WONDERMENT!
I have been to many countries, and the stay here was my son's favorite vacation! We had a room with ocean veiw, worth every penny! the beauty of the island greeted us every morning. The owners were exceptionally accommodating. They made sure the kids were happyily fed each night and made alternate meals to their liking Every morning we had a wonderful breakfast which is a set menu that included pancakes, crepes, and homemade doughnuts!!! Each evening was a culinary exploration of 4 course Italian meals of local fish and seafood, fresh beef, homemade breads, homemade pastas and local vegetables. You could also order something more to your liking and they will acoomodate you to their best. ( The Half board option is more than worth the deal especially since the hotel is not close to any restaurants. Guests from other hotels along the beach would regular Zanzibar House for lunch and Massages!) The staff are very friendly. The massages are AWESOME with the beach right in front of you! The ocean there is beautiful and is worth a swim. There is a turn down service everynight which includes fresh towels if you need them, bottled water, and spraying and arranging of your mosquito net for your health and safety. (The spray is very mild and did not trigger my allergies). We had a VERY early flight on our departure and they made sure we had some homemade doughnuts for the boys! My son and I were very reluctant to leave. THANK YOU ZANZIBAR HOUSE. WE WILL BE BACK!