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Tarawanda House - Stawi

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and spa services

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Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants, with a table and chairs for a peaceful retreat.
Cozy retreat with a large bed, dark wooden headboard, and a potted plant.
Cozy living area with sofas, large windows, and artwork.
Relax in this stylish space with a round coffee table, comfortable sofa, and a unique chair.
Cozy living area with a glass dining table, comfortable sofas, and decorative plates on the walls.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Studio, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
  • 11 Ping (36 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 11 Ping (36 square meters)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Comfort Single Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Comfort Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 9 Ping (30 square meters)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Detached private bathroom
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

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Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 9 Ping (30 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
baghani street, 525, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 2550

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tarawanda House - Stawi

Guesthouse located in Stone Town
Free breakfast (local cuisine), an art gallery on site, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Tarawanda House - Stawi. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a facial. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser, and coworking spaces
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and bicycle parking
More amenities include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Private fenced yards, wardrobes/closets, and communal kitchens

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 2 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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 and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Tarawanda House Stawi
Tarawanda House - Stawi Guesthouse
Tarawanda House - Stawi Zanzibar Town
Tarawanda House - Stawi Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Tarawanda House - Stawi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi 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 Tarawanda House - Stawi located?

Located in Stone Town, this guesthouse is steps from Jaw's Corner, People's Palace Museum, and Marahubi Palace. Mbweni Ruins and Nakupenda Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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Tarawanda House - Stawi Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike

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

Nice people and place

Difficult to find due to very small sign but very nice and large inside. Nice people with nice art and design inside. Negative the bed in my room was very soft and not good for me.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lavinia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice location. Close to the main commercial street and tourist area. Some rooms are very comfortable. Others aren't. Good staff service. Breakfast is vegetarian \o/
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parviz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very well located. Nice and unique decoration of the house. Rooms are very pretty. Staff is very kind. Service is good. The manager pay attention to any claim. Breakfast was good. There is a fridge, tea and coffee in the share areas.We enjoyed our stay!! I would just recommend to change the beds upstairs, as they are very hard and uncomfortable ( downstair our bed was better). =)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cecilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rigtig fint for få nætter

Rigtig fint for få nætter - meget God beliggenhed tæt på alle seværdigheder på gåben - tæt på spisemuligheder - rigtig sød host, som hjalp mig - dårlig seng - rigtig varmt da der ikke var aircondition men kun en fane som ikke kølede, så havde svært ved at sove - afrikansk morgenmad, du kan ikke selv vælge, det var træls - meget larm om natten fordi det er centralt - flot indrettet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Elin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yoshinobu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
伝統的な住居をそのまま利用した雰囲気のよい宿泊施設で静かで落ち着いた空間である。トイレ・シャワーは共同だが私が宿泊した部屋は隣だったのでほぼ専用で使用でき不便はなかった。窓にガラスがなく雨が降ると木の扉を閉めることになり真っ暗になるがそれも味だろう。場所はオールドタウンのどこへもアクセスしやすく便利である。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024