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Tembo Palace Hotel
4 stars

Tembo Palace Hotel

Kenyatta Road, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 242 233 005
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£67
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rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 690 reviews
690 reviews
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Nightly total
Double room
Superior room
Standard Room

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Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of Tembo Palace Hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Tembo Palace Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 41-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Rating
8.2
Very good
Based on 690 verified guest reviews

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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Tembo Palace Hotel

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Beauty salon
  • Pool table

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Grill

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Reviews of Tembo Palace Hotel

8.2
Very good
690 verified ratings
Wonderful
343
Very good
162
Good
93
Okay
35
Fair
32
Mediocre
9
Poor
16
Guests say
Guests appreciate the hotel's prime location, being close to attractions and convenient for city exploration. The staff receives numerous compliments for their friendliness and helpfulness. However, there are significant concerns regarding the cleanliness of rooms, with several reviews mentioning poor maintenance and outdated facilities. The value for the price is also questioned, with some guests feeling that the hotel's condition does not live up to its star rating.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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Location

Kenyatta Road, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach138 yd
  • Old Fort219 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens251 yd
  • House of Wonders300 yd
  • Stone Town0.3 mi
  • Slave Chambers0.3 mi
  • Christ Church0.3 mi
  • Livingstone's House1 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach2.7 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7.1 mi
  • Chumbe Island8.1 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 12:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Tembo Palace Hotel

Low season

July

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

£100

Average price (weekend night)

£105
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 5% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Tembo Palace Hotel

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Top tips for your stay at Tembo Palace Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Tembo Palace Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Tembo Palace Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Tembo Palace Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £96, while the most expensive was £96.
  • How long should you stay at Tembo Palace Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.
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FAQs when booking at Tembo Palace Hotel

  • Where is Tembo Palace Hotel located?

    Tembo Palace Hotel is located at Kenyatta Road, 0.7 miles from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Tembo Palace Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Tembo Palace Hotel?

    Check-in time is 12:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Tembo Palace Hotel.

  • Does Tembo Palace Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Tembo Palace Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Tembo Palace Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Tembo Palace Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Tembo Palace Hotel from the airport?

    Tembo Palace Hotel is 4.6 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Tembo Palace Hotel is 49.1 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Tembo Palace Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Tembo Palace Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Tembo Palace Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Tembo Palace Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Tembo Palace Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Tembo Palace Hotel.

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