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Barabara House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Jambiani Beach

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Barabara House serves local flavors at breakfast before visitors relax with a massage or wander through the peaceful garden. The retreat balances nature with practicality, offering free WiFi and dry cleaning services alongside bike rentals for exploring the nearby scenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Espresso maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Barabara House

Guesthouse near Jambiani Beach
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Barabara House. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
  • Barbecue grills and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Barabara House include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per day

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Guesthouse
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Is Barabara House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barabara House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barabara House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Barabara House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Barabara House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Barabara House located?

Situated in Jambiani, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Jambiani Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kuza Cave and Swahili Cave. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Paje Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Barabara House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo custo benefício
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

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