Shangani St., Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi
What's nearby
Shangani Beach - 2 min walk
Old Fort - 3 min walk
Forodhani Gardens - 4 min walk
Slave Market - 9 min walk
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 20 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Cape Town Fish Market - 4 min walk
Passing Show Hotel - 9 min walk
Meeting Point Cafe - 5 min walk
Lukmaan - 7 min walk
Livingstone Beach Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Tembo B&B Apartments
Tembo B&B Apartments is just 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at one of the 3 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include a rooftop terrace, a children's pool and a terrace.
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol allowed on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children's pool
What to do
On the beach
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Boat tours nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Hair salon
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2018
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
3 outdoor pools
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Tembo Bahari Restaurant – On-site restaurant.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per vehicle (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 10 and 18 costs USD 15 (one-way)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Tembo B&B Apartments offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Tembo B&B Apartments does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Tembo B&B Apartments?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Tembo B&B Apartments?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Tembo B&B Apartments?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Tembo B&B Apartments?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tembo B&B Apartments?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Tembo B&B Apartments and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours and scuba-diving. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Tembo B&B Apartments?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant.
What's the area around Tembo B&B Apartments like?
Tembo B&B Apartments is a short 2-minute walk from Shangani Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Old Fort.
Tembo B&B Apartments Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
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!
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 August 2024
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.
Marina
Marina, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Great staff and great location.
Antonio
Antonio, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 July 2024
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.
Roman
Roman, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 June 2024
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.
Ben
Ben, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Sameer
Sameer, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 April 2024
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
Zaheer Abbas
Zaheer Abbas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 March 2024
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 February 2024
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.
HELENE
HELENE, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 February 2024
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.
K
K, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 October 2023
Abida
Abida, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 October 2023
ROBERT
ROBERT, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2023
good
EDWARD
EDWARD, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 July 2023
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.
Farida
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 June 2023
We loved our stay here. The staff was amazing and very helpful in every aspect. I have no complaints
Michael
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
5 June 2023
Room was very small and not what we expected. In resolved stink from bathroom drainage
Sharon
Sharon, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 May 2023
adebola
adebola, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 March 2023
Okay for a few days
I was in the apartments not the main hotel. They are about a 100m away through a smelly alley and down a side street. They're decent. The balcony didn't have a chair which I asked for on day 1 and never got. You use the main hotel facilities. Beach/pool are nice. Slightly too close to the port for my liking and a huge shipping boat was in front of the hotel for most of my stay. The diesel smoke it let off wasn't pleasant.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2023
Loved everything
Phyllis
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2022
Enjoyed the people that work at the place.
mauricio
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
17 October 2022
Reviews online implied there was an oceanview however its limited to the hotel
BARBARA
BARBARA, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2022
Excellent Place to Stay
Amazing view, super clean room, amazing food and super friendly staff.
Debbie
Debbie, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2022
Felt like a sultan's palace.
Highly recommended for location and facilities. The hotel has a long history which gives it an elegant appeal.
Barbara
Barbara, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 June 2022
Great location, large comfortable room, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast and a bargain!!
Cynthia
Cynthia, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
22 May 2022
Not the best experience
We were transfered to apartments remote from the hotel with only walking access down narrow lane no use of taxi. .Staff were helpful and polite at all times. Room and common areas very clean. Aircon and fan worked well. Unfortunately my wife sustained a back injury on a terribly potholed road from our last venue and the apartments have no ground floor and no lifts. Neither does the main hotel.
Our room had no chairs, cups or glasses. The common area includes a kitchen but with no cooking utensil. A small amount of coffee and powdered milk was supplied each morning which disappeared early without top up. There is a washing machine which one of the guests decided to use at midnight and finallied with a long spin. The beach location is good, food was good and fair priced but I did suffer gastro from food poisoning and sick for three days. Management supplied me with suitable medication however which did help. Breakfasts were ample and menue varied but do not expect full English. If you need a two or three night stop over this is good value for money but if you have knee or hip problems stay clear of the apartments