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Tembo Palace Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens, Tembo Palace Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and a library.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a mirror.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red bedding and a wooden headboard. There are wall-mounted lamps and a ceiling fan.

Superior Twin Room

  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a red bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside lamps.

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red bedspreads and white linens. There are wall-mounted lamps and a large mirror above the beds.

Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town, Tembo Palace Hotel is in a shopping district and near the beach. Old Fort and Slave Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Forodhani Gardens and Chapwani Island. Christ Church Cathedral and House of Wonders are two other places to visit that come recommended. With scuba diving, boat tours, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
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Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 3974

What's nearby

  • An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
    Old Fort
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.
    Forodhani Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".
    House of Wonders
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Malindi Mosque
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    4 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Secret Garden
    6 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town
    2 min walk

About this property

Tembo Palace Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Old Fort
  • Located close to Forodhani Gardens and House of Wonders, Tembo Palace Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, and beach towels
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Tembo Palace Hotel include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 41-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 41-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Dining and recreation facilities are located across the street at Tembo Hotel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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
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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo Palace Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Tembo Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Tembo Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Tembo Palace Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Tembo Palace Hotel 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 Palace Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Old Fort, House of Wonders, and Forodhani Gardens. Hamamni Persian Baths and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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