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Art Hotel Zanzibar

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An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees. - Art Hotel Zanzibar (Jambiani)
A poolside area with a thatched-roof structure, lounge chairs, and lush greenery. - Art Hotel Zanzibar (Jambiani)
A beach with clear turquoise water and white sand. - Art Hotel Zanzibar (Jambiani)
A thatched-roof hut with a garden in front, surrounded by palm trees. - Art Hotel Zanzibar (Jambiani)
A beachside table with a colorful tablecloth, a white teapot, a metal coffee pot, and a plate with fruits and snacks. - Art Hotel Zanzibar (Jambiani)
Located close to Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave, Art Hotel Zanzibar provides 4 beach bars, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and water skiing at this guesthouse. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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Room options

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A covered outdoor area with wooden beams and a thatched roof, surrounded by greenery and a small pool.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, Art Hotel Zanzibar is on the beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Jozani Forest National Park Mangrove Walk are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Makunduchi Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Jambiani travel guide
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Village Road, Mpumbwi - Jambiani Beach, Jambiani, Unguja Kusini

What's nearby

  • A traditional wooden boat on clear turquoise water.
    Jambiani Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A small island with a thatched-roof hut and a boat near the shore.
    Pingwe Beach
    25 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar
    8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Paje Beach
    10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave
    10 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paje By Night
    9 min drive
  • Beach Boheme
    9 min drive
  • Africana's
    9 min drive
  • Your Zanzibar Place
    9 min drive
  • African Bbq
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: TZS 15,000 for adults and TZS 8,000 for children
  • 4 beach bars
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individually decorated
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately TZS 15000 for adults and TZS 8000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 250000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Art Hotel Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Art Hotel Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Art Hotel Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Art Hotel Zanzibar?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Art Hotel Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 250000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Art Hotel Zanzibar located?

Situated on the beach, this guesthouse is steps from Jambiani Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kite Centre Zanzibar and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Makunduchi Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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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Reviews

Art Hotel Zanzibar Reviews

7.2

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Choose your room carefully

Because we were only stopping for 2 nights we weren't too particular as to the room so chose the cheapest option but in retrospect we should have picked one next to the pool. We were in an annexe a 20meters away and it was a small room, though it did provide an effective ac unit, tea and coffee facilities, hit shower, clean towels both days, mosquito net, and it was clean and well presented. The main rooms surround the pool and are better proportioned. The owner and the staff are very pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fresh and plentiful. I would recommend the hotel but would advise booking the pool rooms if you're staying for more than 2 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just OK

Just OK. Not really beachfront, not really good value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great small hotel very close to the great beach

great dinners, very good cook, reasobanle prices at hotel, highly recommended. very nice staff, great stay. available shared refrigerator is a big addition, small hotel, there are few rooms only
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
J ai particulièrement apprécié l accueil de jahmila et de toute son équipe .le seul point négatif et on y peut rien c'est les algues. Il est très agréable de manger du poisson frais et bien cuisiné juste sur une terrasse vu mer au top pour les yeux
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with direct entrance to the beach. Amazing view at the sea from the pool. Breakfast and dinner directly at the beach! Very friendly service and staff! I can totally recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Art Hotel wonderful experience.

Our flight was delayed therefore arrived a day late. I emailed 'Jamilah' owner of hotel once had WiFi access. Jamilah the owner was considerate as she responded with 'no problem' (Hakuna Matata, (Swahilli). Once we arrived, we were taken to a small and very clean room, but without a fridge or long mirror. I had a word with Jamilah and she assured me that she would sort a fridge and long mirror for us. By the end of the evening a fridge and a mirror arrived. I was so grateful as Jamilah went out her way to ensure that she dealt with my request. All the staff at the hotel was so helpful especially Osman and Chef (Asanti Sana!). The hotel is a few steps away from the beach, and within a village. The beach is hen the tide comes in and out. There are Masai tribesman selling their goods on the beach who are very polite. If you have already bought goods just tell them and they will leave you alone. The beach you can walk from one end to the other, where there are bars, hotels and restaurants. The Hotel has a varied menu and we ate there regularly. The food is wonderful in Zanzibar. I can honestly say I didn't have a bad meal. My husband and I got to know the villagers well, and my husband went fishing with them and caught Octopus and some small fish. The Chef at the hotel was happy to cook them for us. We did manage a trip to Dar Es Salaam as well. We did also visited Stone Town, Prison Island. We had a wonderful time and hope to return to Tanzania for a Safari.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ottimo

Posto molto bello e pulito, silenzioso e con bellissimo giardino, due passi dalla spiaggia. Personale molto educato e disponibile. Assolutamente da considerare per una vacanza a Jambiani!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019