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Habari House

2.5 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor dining
Front of property
Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine
Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View
Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Explore the area

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102 Shangani St.,, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Comfort Single Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Comfort Single Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine

Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine

Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Local meal delivery service
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Habari House you'll be within steps of Mbweni Ruins and People's Palace Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A day of pampering at Habari Hammam can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with access to the mud bath and steam room. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Stone Town hotel include Marahubi Palace and Freddie Mercury Museum.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Habari House

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with full-service spa and free breakfast
Habari House offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Habari House.

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

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Habari House offers 4 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower and slippers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Habari Hammam. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Mud bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 2.96 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.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

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, debit cards and cash
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Habari House Hotel
Habari House Zanzibar Town
Habari House Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Habari House?

Yep, Habari House is a short 2-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at Habari House?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Habari House on 7 Nov 2025 start from NZ$167.67, 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.

Is there a spa on site at Habari House?

Yep, Habari Hammam is available for guests. It has a steam room and a mud bath. You'll enjoy services like Swedish massages.

What makes Habari House a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Habari House.

Is Habari House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Habari House is a hit with families.

Does Habari House serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Habari House?

No, Habari House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Habari House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Habari House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Habari House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Habari House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an astonishing place! Really friendly staff and the owners are lovely. Well run and clearly a lot of thought has gone into the communal spaces to make them as inviting and relaxing as possible. The bedroom was great and had everything we needed and the location is fantastic - a little back from the main streets so nice and quiet but close to everything you want to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, DuPont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
located at the heart of Shangani, a walking distance from the sea front, Forodhani and Darajani. Small quaint property with a home feel, my kind of thing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place!

Traditional stone town house hotel with a really warm welcome from the lovely family who own it. Great location with an easy safe short walk to the main hotspots and the night food market and sea jumping zone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Zanzibar Home Away from Home

We can't say enough good things about our stay at Habari House. My husband and I travel quite a bit and never have we stayed somewhere with such gracious hosts as G and Lucy. They welcomed us in and made sure we were comfortable and had all we needed. In fact, when I mentioned that my mattress was a bit firm, they went out and got a new mattress and a foam topper to ensure I would have a good night's sleep. I didn't want them to go to the trouble, but they graciously insisted. The breakfast each morning was scrumptious. The freshly made juice was such a treat. One morning we had an early departure time for a tour, and they thoughtfully prepared a boxed breakfast to take with us. We were so grateful for that! G and Lucy and the entire staff is enough reason for me to recommend staying here but Habari House itself is beautiful and well maintained. The rooms (our kids were in a separate room) were clean and comfortable. The restaurant/courtyard area has such a cool vibe. It was a place that was easy to just stay and linger in conversation. Habari House is also in a fantastic location. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get to the heart of Stone Town in just a few minutes' walk. Each night, upon returning to Habari House after a day of excursions, it honestly felt like coming home. G and Lucy are such beautiful people and have created more than just a hotel, but a place of community and rest. - Lance and Julie Clark (Texas)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wolfram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

akito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2回目

ヌングイビーチとパジェビーチに2週間滞在してストーンタウンで2泊しました。前回と同じホテルですが、便利な立地です。ストーンタウンの中心です。スタッフさんも親切　Wi-Fiも問題なし。食事も美味しい。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

akito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

初めてのザンジバル

スイートルームの予約がホテルの都合でファミリールームとシングルルームに変更された。そのため無料の夕食が4人分サービスされたので問題ありませんでした。部屋は綺麗で広く清潔　ただしファミリールームのエアコンが冷えないからそこだけ問題です。オーナーの方も親切　ストーンタウンの中心でどこも徒歩圏内　おすすめします。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Koselig

Kjempe hyggelige ansatte og eiere! Flotte rom, vi hadde topp suiten som var romslig og fin. Eneste minuset var mygg og insekt når man skulle spise i cafeen på kvelden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susanne Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place with really nice host-couple

We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small child) are the sweetest souls: warm, kind and generous. My husband had some stomach pain, when we arrived, and the host went out to find him Jægermeister late at night. 5 stars for effort and for making us feel more than welcome. We hope to return one day and maybe have time to sit down and have dinner with these sweet, beautiful people. The room was nice, breakfast was so so (but 5 stars for effort and goodwill), location was perfect and our overall experience was superb. <3
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mysigt boutique hotell med fantastisk personal.

Uppskattade framför allt servicen. Ägaren och övriga personalen var extremt service minded och hjälpte oss med allt vi behövde. Hotellet ligger centralt i Stone Town, det har en trevlig liten restaurang med väldigt god mat, hotellet är jättemysigt och mycket prisvärt. Rekommenderar det varmt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025