Tembo House Hotel

Shangani/Forodhani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Near historical sites

Located merely 6 minutes' walk from House of Wonders National Museum, the 4-star Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar offers 85 rooms with views of the sea. Nestled in the Stone Town district of Zanzibar, the hotel is only steps away from the Forodhani Park and has a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room.

Location

This Zanzibar hotel is a mere 0.9 km from Darajani Market and 150 metres from an own beach. The Zanzibar Slave Chambers is within reach of the Tembo House, while - Eastern side of the island bus stop is nearly a 10-minute walk away. The accommodation also lies near hot springs, and Mnazi Mmoja is only 1.1 km away. The hotel stands around 5 minutes' drive from the St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

A minibar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels are provided in each of the allergy-friendly rooms at the Tembo House Zanzibar. Rooms are also furnished with extra long beds.

Food & Drinks

You can have a daily vegetarian breakfast on site. The pizza Tembo Bahari restaurant serves Asian food. Guests can enjoy time in the lounge bar.

Leisure & Activities

Featuring a rooftop pool, Tembo House Hotel also provides such amenities as a sundeck and a picnic area. Alternatively, you can unwind with billiards and darts on-site or in the surrounding area. A 24-hour business centre with a computer and a photocopier are available for those travelling for business.

Why choose Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar

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  • Three outdoor swimming pools

  • Authentic local and international dining

  • Spacious rooms with ocean views

  • Proximity to UNESCO sites

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling
  • Tennis
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Hairdresser
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baby pushchair
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Private beach
  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 12:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Enter dates to see availability

From USD 130 per night
Check-in 12 May 2026
Check-out 13 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar

Shangani/Forodhani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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    Children:

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    Tembo House Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 12:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.