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Jafferji House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and rooftop terrace

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Premier Suite | Living area
Terrace/patio
Reception
Premier Suite | Bathroom
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

Explore the area

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170 Gizenga Street, Zanzibar Town
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Forodhani Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Slave Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Jafferji House you'll be within steps of House of Wonders and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Highlights at this guest house include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. .A day of pampering can include body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Alchemy Rooftop, is open for dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Stone Town guest house include Freddie Mercury Museum and Old Fort.
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What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Jafferji House

Guesthouse in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Jafferji House. The guest house can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 4-star Zanzibar Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Jafferji House offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and bidets.

This Zanzibar Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Alchemy Rooftop

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

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
  • 2 floors
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jafferji House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 50000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jafferji House?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Jafferji House?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jafferji House on 24 Sept 2025 start from NZ$267.10, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Jafferji House?

Yep, Jafferji House is a short 3-minute walk from Shangani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does Jafferji House serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jafferji House?

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 Jafferji House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Jafferji House's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jafferji House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.