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Tembo Palace Hotel

Shangani, Mjini

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Perfect for nature loversOnly 128 m to Shangani Beach and 231 m to Forodhani Gardens

Comfy place to relax and rechargePamper yourself with a hair salon.

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4.1/5

GoodFrom 50 reviews

5.0/512 Jun 2025

Karim • Family Trip

Seamless check in with exceptional service. I failed to do my due diligence and got a room that faced alleys with adjacent dwellings that had much desirable walls requiring paint and garbage below. I would still recommend Tembo Hotel but ensure you select one with city view and/or balcony as the property does have multiple sections. Don't hesitate to reach out to them as they do respond back. People in general are very humble and respectful.

5.0/512 Jun 2025

Karim • Family Trip

The check in and the service by staff was exceptional. I would, however, advice any guests planning to stay at this hotel to ensure they select the section which provides a balcony and/or city view. I missed doing my due diligence and ended up in a room with pretty bad views of the alley where one can see garbage also. The hotel was fully booked hence nothing else was avaliable for us to switch. Otherwise I would recommend this hotel and the plus point being Forodhani was within walking distance. Safe with no issues. People in Zanzibar are humble and respectful.

5.0/519 Nov 2024

Monica • Couple Trip

Just beautiful and perfect

5.0/524 Aug 2024

Danielle • Solo Trip

Wonderful staff that were helpful and accommodating in many ways. I needed to store my luggage for a few extra days and they graciously agreed and it was kept safe. No elevator, but the porters were so helpful during check-in/out that it wasn’t a problem. The breakfast area, pool and beach were beautiful and overall this was a very convenient location. Room was huge and clean with adjustable air conditioning. I would definitely recommend and stay there again!

5.0/520 Jul 2024

John Henry J • Family Trip

We picked this hotel for convenience to the ferry terminal and Stone Town. It seems to be the main hotel in Stone Town, centrally located to tourist areas, beach, and restaurants. It is also artistically very beautiful in terms of architecture and layout. We were in apartments adjacent to the main hotel, accessed via an alley. Kids in our group loved the three pools at both buildings, as well as the billiards and foosball table, which together provided many hours of fun. Staff in both buildings were friendly and eager to help. Rooms were beautiful and clean. We used this as a launching point for a sandbar visit, a snorkeling excursion, and a walking tour. The hotel very kindly accommodated us with a changing room to use after checkout after returning from an excursion -- much appreciated. Note that a small tax has to be paid locally - USD 15 per person per night. The only downside was that the area outside the hotel is full of vendors who aggressively seek customers almost 24/7.

5.0/514 Jul 2024

Christa • Family Trip

This hotel is perfectly located for an easy walk all over town. Choice of three pools and fantastic restaurant with breakfast included. Lovely breakfast buffet! The building is immediately across the street from its sister hotel, which is right on the beach and provides beach access. Rooms are spacious and clean. Hotel staff is wonderfully accommodating and attentive. We would definitely return here! Architecture and decorating is classic Zanzibar and charming!

5.0/52 Jul 2024

Sydni • Couple Trip

We were super happy with our stay at Tembo Palace, we could use the facilities at both hotels, close to everything 5 minutes walk away from the night market. The hotel is on the beach front which is perfect, restaurant and drinks was great and staff were really efficient and friendly. Breakfast was great, buffet and omelettes/waffles made on request. Rooms were cleaned every day. Would recommend this hotel

5.0/56 Jun 2024

Abiy

Excellent breakfast buffet and great location

5.0/51 Jun 2024

Mumtaz

Hotel is in a good location staff very courteous very clean rooms Just one thing no elevators lots of stairs to climb elevators should be added otherwise excellent

5.0/51 Mar 2024

Margaret • Family Trip

Great property and staff.

5.0/522 Feb 2024

Susan • Couple Trip

We loved our stay. We had a triple room in Tembo Palace, which is about a minutes walk from the main Tembo Hotel. It has its own pool (which is smaller but quieter than the main one) but breakfast and the restaurant is in the main hotel. Our room was huge with three king-sized beds and a large bathroom. A/c and fans were effective. Both hotels are beautifully restored buildings. The alley leading to ours didn’t look great initially but we always felt safe walking back and forth. It’s about 30 seconds from the Freddie Mercury museum. The staff were brilliant throughout with a special mention for Pieter, our waiter on a couple of occasions. Breakfast is awesome with lots of choice and eggs made to order. Our only disappointment was on arrival when the bathroom was covered with what looked like large flakes of paint - bath, floor, basin, loo - everything. It was 3am so we really couldn’t be bothered to report it then. When we did next day, it was quickly cleared but it was a disturbing reflection on how rooms are prepared. Having said that, the actual bedroom seemed clean. Oh, and it had a fridge - lovely for keeping water and juice cool.

5.0/530 Jun 2023

Beth • Family Trip

This is a very fun place to stay. It has lots of Zanzibar character. The three pools are amazing and the view is incredible

5.0/511 Dec 2022

Demetria • Couple Trip

Staying at Tembo palace was amazing. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was nice every morning.

5.0/510 Sep 2022

Aristeidis • Couple Trip

We had an appartment next to the main building, it was enormous, with great bathroom. Great value for money, right on the beach, next to the top class hotels. Tasteful breakfast, for all likes.

5.0/524 May 2022

Joanne • Solo Trip

Great hotel

5.0/518 Sep 2021

Vivolyn Waugh • Trip with Friends

Staff genuinely friendly and courteous, always willing to assist. Property was very clean. Food was ok. If I were to visit Zanzibar again I will surely stay at this hotel

5.0/59 Aug 2021

Verified traveler • Family Trip

La localisation de l'hôtel, l'infrastructure et la vue plus La disponibilité du personnel est excellente. La seule déception se trouvait être notre vue sur la rue et le bruit la nuit de la rue

5.0/52 Apr 2021

Dirk • Couple Trip

Spürbare Tration die sanft in

5.0/528 Mar 2021

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

Location could not be better -- right on the ocean with great beach, super people-watching, awesome sunsets

5.0/525 Dec 2020

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

One of the better hotels that is Convenient and reasonably priced.

Popular Facilities

Swimming Pool

WiFi

Parking

tiket Green

Spa

Airport Transfer

24-hour Front Desk

Luggage Storage

Accessible Facilities

Free Parking

Sports & Recreation

Picnic Area

Diving

Garden

Snack Bar/Deli

Children's Pool

Public Facilities

Library

ATM/Banking

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Luggage Storage

Newspaper Stand

24-hour Front Desk

Porter/Bellhop

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Hotel Safe

Multilingual Staff

Concierge Services

Other Facilities

Entertainment Area

Health & Beauty

Spa

Hair Salon

Accesibility

Accessibility Equipment

Wheelchair Accessible

Info

No Elevators

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

Transportation

Airport Transfer (Surcharge)

Tours/Ticket Assistance

Shuttle Service

tiket Green

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Location

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Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, TZ

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in12:00 PM-anytime

Check-out10:00

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

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.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

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.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

About Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel Location
With a stay at Tembo Palace Hotel in Zanzibar Town (Stone Town), you'll be steps from Old Fort and 3 minutes by foot from House of Wonders. This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Forodhani Gardens and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Slave Market.

Tembo Palace Hotel Facility and Service
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 0 kilometers.

Tembo Palace Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Restaurant and Cafe
For lunch or dinner, stop by Tembo Bahari Restaurant, a restaurant that specializes in local and international cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 - Wed, 12 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children