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Mama's House

3.0 star property
Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking

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Exterior
Scooter/moped
Private kitchenette
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, towels
Signature Double Room

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 00000
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Mama's House puts you in the centre of Zanzibar Town, 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Masingini Forest and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Chapwani Island. .Each apartment is individually decorated and features Smart televisions with digital channels, along with free WiFi, a fenced private garden and a ceiling fan. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a rainfall showerhead and free toiletries. Netflix and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. .Enjoy access to scooter/moped rentals and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of free airport pick-up service.
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What's nearby

  • Masingini Forest - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Shangani Beach - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Old Fort - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mama's House

Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking
As a guest of Mama's House, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. A free shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Mama's House also features a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zanzibar Town apartment.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mama's House offers 4 accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Zanzibar Town apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mama's House

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Water fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

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

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property Registration Number Z0000202713

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mama's House Apartment
Mama's House Zanzibar Town
Mama's House Apartment Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mama's House?

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

Is parking available at Mama's House?

Yep, Mama's House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mama's House?

The closest beach to Mama's House is Shangani Beach (5.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mama's House?

Yep, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mama's House?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mama's House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Mama's House Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Isabelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025