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Tembo B&B Apartments

4.0 star property

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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Restaurant
Double Room | City view
Terrace/patio
Breakfast buffet

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
$100
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15

Explore the area

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Shangani St., Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Forodhani Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Slave Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room with Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room with Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio with Terrace | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Tembo B&B Apartments

4-star hotel in Stone Town
Spend the day on Tembo B&B Apartments's beach or relax by one of the hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools.
Tembo B&B Apartments offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Tembo B&B Apartments features 3 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This beach hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and 24-hour room service. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Tembo B&B Apartments has designated areas for smoking.

Tembo Bahari Restaurant - Onsite restaurant.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast is served at Tembo House Hotel, located 100 meters away.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Tembo B&B Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo Zanzibar Town
Guesthouse Tembo B&B Apartments Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Town Tembo B&B Apartments Guesthouse
Guesthouse Tembo B&B Apartments
Tembo
Tembo B B Apartments
Tembo B&B Apartments Hotel
Tembo B&B Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo B&B Apartments Hotel Zanzibar Town

Tembo B&B Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 110 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mugabo

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

10/10 Excellent

K

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Location and pool facilities were superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the apartments, which cost a fraction of the main building, but also had full access to all hotel amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Avanel

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

Stone Town Charm

Stayed at the apartment with access to the main hotel facilities. The room was spacious, furniture was a bit dated but I guess that helps to maintain the charm of the hotel. The shower had no door and nowhere for us to put our shower accessories. It seems to be newly renovated bit there were some minor issues that was taken care of promptly. The service at this hotel was impeccable! The doormen always ensured we were safe and taken care of. The breakfast was one of the best I ever had at any hotel. The beach was nice and I loved that we got to see local life- not too touristy. Overall a very good stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay was fine

This hotel is separated into two buildings with the second one a bit of a walk away from the main hotel and no views of the ocean. It’s a bit loud at night and outdated but worked for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lyes

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the tempo b&b! The staff was amazing, especially the two men that helped us with our bags to the room. The dining room is right on the beach so you can have your breakfast staring out at the ocean. From our studio room, we were on the top floor and had a nearly 360 degree water view and we were right in the middle of the touristy part of town. The only confusing part is that you check in at the main Tempo Hotel - but they help you get your bags to the b&b which is maybe a two minute walk!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so warm and accommodating. They helped us with every request needed. I particular appreciated them escorting us back to the apartment at night to ensure we got to the room safely. I would highly recommend Tembo Hotel/Apartments to other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Economical

Nice hotel in the main area of Stone Town. The B&B was close to the main hotel and for half the price it was worth the short walk for breakfast and the pool. It’s right on the beach as well which is nice to watch the sunset at night. The apartments were a bit noisy at night but overall a nice place. They have an airport pick up which was easy and a short drive. Laundry service was available as well. Only note is that the gentleman who supported the B&B was pushy about getting us on a tour or using their taxi services despite being told we didn’t need assistance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Roman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Serviceable

This was a quick stopover for my family, It was a serviceable room in the heart of Stone Town for a few hours until we went to the airport, but we did not spend the night here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

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

Very nice stay

Nice spacious room a minute or so walk away from the main Tembo hotel (where check in and all facilities are located) Hotel has very nice pools and is directly on the beach. The area of the beach is a busy area with many of the small boats boarding passengers arriving/departing for day trips. If you intend to visit the Tortoise Sanctuary on prison island, you couldn’t be better located. The Freddie Mercury museum is also a 2 min walk away. The hotel is not licensed to sell alcohol, but there is a very nice bar/resturant next door called Livingstones. Continental breakfast selection is pretty reasonable. All in all, the overall experience was very good and offered good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Zaheer Abbas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is hidden, and a small walk from the main Tembo hotel, but what makes up for it is the wonderful staff. Their friendliness, and willing to assist you at everything. The breakfast menu was amazing, a mix of everything which was very pleasant. The rooms can use alittle bit of an upgrade, and they should probably prohibit photo sessions from people on the streets, as there was alot of flash on the outside (but maybe an exception because of the public holiday). I would definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

HELENE

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

Perfect location

Very good location to visit Stone Town, excellent breakfast, very clean, the two pools were clean. All the staff is very helpful and extremely polite. I recommend this Hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

K

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

Great studio flat

Rented the studio flat in the outbuilding (3 min walk from main hotel), did have to climb four flight of stairs but the room was worth it. Brilliant air con, washing machine and the bed and bathroom were great! Couldn't find the cable channels on the TV but that may have been my lack of tech knowledge. Main restaurant had good variety of food although service was typically slightly slow. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Abida

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD, ACCRA

Liked: Cleanliness
good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Farida

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff that helped us to our rooms and checked us in were very helpful and welcoming. Our stay in the B&B apartments itself however, was pretty disappointing. The room was dark and when you opened the blinds you are overlooked from every window including in the bathroom. The room was in need of renovation particularly in the bathroom where the cabinetry was old and rusting in places. No shower curtain or screen so the whole bathroom gets soaked when you wash. Breakfast was really good. There was a full intercontinental spread as well as local dishes- all very delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. The staff was amazing and very helpful in every aspect. I have no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharon, VANCOUVER

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small and not what we expected. In resolved stink from bathroom drainage
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

adebola

Stayed 1 night in May 2023