Africa House Hotel

4 stars
Mon 27/10
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Tue 28/10
1 room, 2 guests
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£43
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Nightly total
Deluxe room
£43
Queen room
£49
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Overview

Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas. Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge). Property Location With a stay at Africa House Hotel in Zanzibar Town (Stone Town), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Shangani Beach and Old Fort. This 4-star hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nakupenda Beach and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Forodhani Gardens. Dining Enjoy American cuisine at Tradewinds, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/café. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included. Mandatory Charges You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Optional Charges The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 (one-way) Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 0 Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Check-In Checkin starts at 11:30 AM Checkin end at midnight The minimum age of Checkin 18 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 This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Check-Out Checkout is done at 11:00 AM Pets Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed General instructions No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Property is cleaned with disinfectant Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer Social distancing measures are in place Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
7.2
Good rating
Based on 217 verified guest reviews

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Mon 27/10
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Deluxe room
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£43
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£46
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£52
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Queen room
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£49
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£49
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Africa House Hotel

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • Babysitting or child care
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Air-conditioned

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Dining

  • Minibar

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire

General

  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Reviews of Africa House Hotel

7.2
Good
217 verified ratings
Wonderful
50
Very good
44
Good
45
Okay
24
Fair
23
Mediocre
11
Poor
20

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff, as well as the good breakfast options. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, uncomfortable beds, and poorly maintained bathrooms. Some rooms were spacious and well-kept, but others were dilapidated and had plumbing issues.
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Location9 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Service7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort4 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Bathroom3 out of 10
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Location

Shangani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach195 yd
  • Old Fort349 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens355 yd
  • House of Wonders428 yd
  • Stone Town0.4 mi
  • Slave Chambers0.4 mi
  • Christ Church0.4 mi
  • Livingstone's House1.1 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach2.7 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7.1 mi
  • Chumbe Island8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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March
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£55
£100
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 31% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Africa House Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Africa House Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Africa House Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Africa House Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Africa House Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £68, while the most expensive was £68.
  • How long should you stay at Africa House Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 9 days.

FAQs when booking at Africa House Hotel

  • Where is Africa House Hotel located?

    Africa House Hotel is located at Shangani, 0.8 miles from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Africa House Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Africa House Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Africa House Hotel.

  • Does Africa House Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Africa House Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Africa House Hotel from the airport?

    Africa House Hotel is 4.9 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Africa House Hotel is 49.3 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Africa House Hotel hotel deals?

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

6.1
0.8 mi
Zanzibar Intl
4.9 mi

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