Africa House Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Staircase
Interior
Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | View from room
Lounge

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

Royal Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

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

Royal Single Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Africa House Hotel you'll be within steps of Nakupenda Beach and People's Palace Museum. Highlights at this beach hotel include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Tradewinds, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. 861 square feet (80 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Stone Town hotel include Marahubi Palace and Mbweni Ruins.

What's nearby

  • Nakupenda Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 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
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 861 square feet (80 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Africa House Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 861 sq ft of conference space
  • 80 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1900
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Africa House Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Africa House Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Africa House Hotel
Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Town
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The Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
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Africa House Hotel Zanzibar Town
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Africa House Hotel?

Africa House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Africa House Hotel?

Yep, Africa House Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Africa House Hotel?

Yep, Africa House Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach.

Is Africa House Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Africa House Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Africa House Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer at Africa House Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Africa House Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Africa House Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Africa House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Africa House Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.