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Tembo B&B Apartments

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools and rooftop terrace

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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Double Room | City view
Breakfast buffet
Tembo B&B Apartments, located on white sandy beaches with crystal-clear waters, offers meals at Tembo Bahari Restaurant, three pools, and a hair salon. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and free WiFi for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room with Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio with Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Twin Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Shangani St., Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tembo B&B Apartments

Upscale hotel located in Stone Town
A rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at Tembo B&B Apartments. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Tembo Bahari Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Beach towels, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Tembo B&B Apartments offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 lift
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Payment types at the property

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 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
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 any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo B&B Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Tembo B&B Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tembo B&B Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tembo B&B Apartments?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tembo B&B Apartments?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tembo B&B Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tembo B&B Apartments located?

Located in Stone Town, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, just steps away from Freddie Mercury Museum and Shangani Beach. Nakupenda Beach and Forodhani Gardens are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Tembo B&B Apartments Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bruck

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's location is good with
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

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

8/10 Good

Geir Arne

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

Great place, excellent staff, great rooms

I have earlier made a review, this thime is the same, i extended as i liked the place and what they can offer, great breakfast, spacious rooms, and use of the main hotels swimming pool and all other that is there. is a short distance away, but definatly worth it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Geir Arne

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

Great Place, recommended

I have earlier made a review, this thime is the same, i extended as i liked the place and what they can offer, great breakfast, spacious rooms, and use of the main hotels swimming pool and all other that is there. is a short distance away, but definatly worth it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tembo B&B Apartments are not in the main hotel and is a short walk away. Our room was on the third floor and the building was on old one in Stone Town without any elevator. Tembo management as well as Expedia should have made it clear to us before reserving this place. There is zero view from the windows/balcony except for depleted buildings around and one could not open up the curtains to get light into the room. The phots shown on the Expedia website fare for the hotel and NOT of the B&B apartments. Strongly recommend to chose the hotel instead of the B&B Apartments unless you prefer to stay in a glorified hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam

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

Thumbs up for Tembo B&B

Very impressed with Tembo B&B apartments. Great price and you can use all the facilities at Tembo House Hotel. Definitely plan to stay here again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything

6/10 Okay

Roman

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre spacieuse et propre située à quelques minutes de l’hôtel, permettant un meilleur prix avec tous les services de l’établissement. Personnel disponible pour le transport des baggages et en bas de l’immeuble en tout temps. Bon restaurant et piscines au deuxième étage permettant une magnifique vie sur la mer et le coucher du soleil.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Um ótimo hotel

Um ótimo hotel com ótimo atendimento. Perto de tudo. Excelente café da manhã.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has buildings spread around the neighbourhood our room was150m from the main hotel and breakfast area. The positive was it was more quite to the road and call to prey noice! Breakfast was good. Although a larger hotel it doesn’t sell alcohol so you tend not to use the facilities of an evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ting

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

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

8/10 Good

Rickard

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

Roboni 5+

Väldigt bra service, framförallt av Roboni som hjälpte oss med att boka taxi och utflykter till ett bra pris. Frukosten stor men något ensidig, inte den bästa. Det serveras inte alkohol i restaurangen men helt ok mat. Väldigt gott om solstolar, två pooler och ligger precis på stranden. Lugnt och fridfullt trots att det ligger mitt i smeten.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rickard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Väldigt bra service från personalen. Prisvärd för att stanna en natt på genomresa. Man får vad man betalar för. Krångligt att ställa in AC. Boendet ligger 2-3min gång från det riktiga hotellområdet. Lite svårt att ta sig dit och det finns inga hissar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Geir Arne

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

B&B Great place, excellent staff, Recommended

Tembo B&B is a distance from the reception and main hotel, but easy to walk, great breakfast included, very friendly staff and very good rooms. is not marked on outside, so first time could be a bit difficult to find the door. I liked the place and you can use all the swimmingpools and more at the main hotel. I would deinatly use Tembo again. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Annika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mein Freund und ich waren sehr zufrieden im Tembo. Die Lage ist zentral, alles ist zu Fuß super zu erreichen. Das Personal sowohl im Hotel an sich als auch im Restaurant ist sehr zuvorkommend, freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Zimmer sind geräumig und sauber und die Betten sind bequem. Das Haupthaus mit Pool und Restaurant ist ebenfalls ein super Ort um sich vom Gewusel der belebten Stadt zu erholen. Wir haben über das Hotel einen Guide für 15€ p.P. gebucht, welcher uns die Stadt, Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Sehenswürdigkeiten gezeigt hat. Dabei konnten wir sehr viel über die Geschichte von Sansibar lernen, weshalb ich diese Tour wirklich empfehlenswert finde. Zusammengefasst kann man also sagen, wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt und würden immer wieder kommen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena

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

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

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