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Vivi Cafe B&B

Property class: 3

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A bed with a wooden headboard, white pillows, and a patterned throw blanket. - Vivi Cafe B&B (Zanzibar Town)
A restaurant interior with a white table in the foreground, potted plants on the windowsill, and wooden chairs around the tables. - Vivi Cafe B&B (Zanzibar Town)
A reception area with a wooden desk, a bench, and a fan. - Vivi Cafe B&B (Zanzibar Town)
A room with a wooden window, a wooden door, a small table with a pot, a hanging light fixture, and a staircase railing. - Vivi Cafe B&B (Zanzibar Town)
A narrow street with a white building featuring a wooden door and windows. A mannequin dressed in a patterned dress is displayed outside. - Vivi Cafe B&B (Zanzibar Town)
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and an art gallery on site at Vivi Cafe B&B. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a small shelf.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A small, cozy bedroom with a single bed, a wooden headboard, a small wooden stool, and a ceiling fan.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, beige curtains, a small bedside table, and a woven rug.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, white bedding, a patterned blanket, a small wooden stool, and a woven rug.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with a wooden headboard, white pillows, and a patterned throw blanket.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a wall-mounted heater.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town, Vivi Cafe B&B is near the airport and near the beach. House of Wonders and Freddie Mercury Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michenzani Mall and Zanzibar Night Market. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
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Gizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101

What's nearby

  • A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".
    House of Wonders
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.
    Forodhani Gardens
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
    Old Fort
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A building facade with three arched windows and decorative moldings.
    Christ Church Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Zanzibar Coffeehouse
    4 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Property Registration Number NR.A.182881.2025

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Vivi Cafe B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Vivi Cafe B&B?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vivi Cafe B&B?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vivi Cafe B&B located?

Located in Stone Town, this bed & breakfast is steps from House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Zanzibar Night Market. Forodhani Gardens and The Ancient Door of Stone Town are just steps away.

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Reviews

Vivi Cafe B&B Reviews

7.6

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Violet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, Very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was welcoming, and the property was clean. The air conditioning was a lifesaver!
Very clean room with a slightly hard bed. But air conditioning!!
Hotel front
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice, pleasant, convenient, easy stay. The rooms were clean, air conditioned, and had plenty of space for a solo traveler like myself. We actually had had water, which was also nice compared to some places I’ve been. The staff were fantastic, and I especially appreciate their help with a few things I needed help with. Overall, great stay. Would happily recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

susanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
1 Handtuch für 2 Nächte/ 2 Gäste, Tauben direkt neben dem Bett hinter einem Gitter ohne Fenster, laut, kaum erreichbares WiFi, winziges Bett, mini Zimmer, ohne Café, Name irreführend, keine Parkplätze, Zimmer feucht und muffig
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marthe

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026