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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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8.3
Very good
based on 734 reviews
734 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
£67
Double room
£81
King room
£95
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Overview

Offering three pool and outdoor restaurant, Tembo Palace Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. The hotel's Bahari Restaurant offers local as well international cuisine. Room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged. Other facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, a shared lounge, concierge and laundry services. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving, city tour cycling. The property offers free parking. Zanzibar port is a 5-minute drive away and the Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from Tembo Palace Hotel. Offering three different swimming pools including a roof top pool and main building Tembo House Hotel.
8.3
Very good rating
Based on 734 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Tembo Palace Hotel

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

  • ATM on-site
  • 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
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator

Things to do

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • 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

Media and entertainment

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Tembo Palace Hotel

8.3
Very good
734 verified ratings
Wonderful
367
Very good
172
Good
99
Okay
37
Fair
33
Mediocre
10
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location in Stonetown, making it easy to explore major attractions. The breakfast received high praise for its variety and quality. Many reviews highlighted the helpful and friendly service from the staff. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness and noise disturbances, particularly from staff in the mornings. Overall, the hotel offers a good experience, especially for those who prioritize location and amenities.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 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

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KAYAK's 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 May and April.
  • 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 Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Tembo Palace Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £90, while the most expensive was £90.
  • How long should you stay at Tembo Palace Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 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 4.8 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Tembo Palace Hotel is 49.3 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Tembo Palace Hotel have a pool?

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

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.4
0.7 mi
Zanzibar Intl
4.8 mi

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