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Zanzibar Coffee House

Property class: 3.5
Travelers can relax with a good book on the sunny terrace of this Stone Town B&B or sample authentic local dishes at the on-site restaurant.

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A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail. - Zanzibar Coffee House (Zanzibar Town)
A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall. - Zanzibar Coffee House (Zanzibar Town)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants. - Zanzibar Coffee House (Zanzibar Town)
A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions. - Zanzibar Coffee House (Zanzibar Town)
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor. - Zanzibar Coffee House (Zanzibar Town)
Located in Stone Town, Zanzibar Coffee House offers a charming retreat. Guests enjoy breakfast, browse the library, or relax on the terrace. The helpful staff gets positive reviews, and amenities include in-room WiFi and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A traditional room with a bed, a wooden chair, a desk, and a door.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional room with a wooden bed, a wooden table with chairs, a mirror, and a small chest of drawers.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional room with a bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a door.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional room with a bed, a wooden chair, a desk, and a door.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a canopy, teal pillows, and a wooden headboard with floral artwork.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional bed with a canopy, a wooden nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and a patterned rug.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional room with a bed, a chair, and a small table.

Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Zanzibar Coffee House is in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town. Slave Market and Hamamni Persian Baths are local landmarks, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
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Mkunazini, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a beige facade, arched windows, and a cross on top.
    Christ Church Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".
    House of Wonders
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
    Old Fort
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.
    Forodhani Gardens
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    7 min walk
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzibar Coffee House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Zanzibar Coffee House doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Coffee House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Zanzibar Coffee House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Zanzibar Coffee House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Coffee House located?

Located in Stone Town, this bed & breakfast is steps from Christ Church Cathedral, Darajani Market, and Slave Market. Shakti Temple and Hamamni Persian Baths are just steps away.

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

Zanzibar Coffee House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
room was clean staff was helpful and friendly breakfast was good.Air condition needs improvement , Difficult getting taxis when leaving the hotel, need to walk to the road with someone who can help guide you to a taxi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with excellent food and coffee. The staff was very kind and helpful. The rooftop breakfast was a nice respite from the busy town. I felt very secure staying there with security on all night. They were helpful with recommendations for sightseeing and other restaurants. I was able to leave my bags locked up for a late checkout. Transfers to and from the airport were quick and seemless. Very nice place to start your stay on Zanzibar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and atmospheric property right in the heart of Stone Town's narrow alleyways. Love the vibe and breakfast on the roof!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room air conditioner worked well along with the room fan. The room was lovely, comfortable and clean. The staff were amazing. I highly recommend this Stonetown hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an amazing time at the coffee house! The room was very beautiful and breakfast exceptional but the highlight for me was the staff. They are what made my stay great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NADIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was absolutely beautiful and very historic. The cherry on top was the AMAZING service. We only spent one night here but wish we were able to stay more. Very close to the water and lots of shopping around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a neat place to stay in the heart of the old part of Stone Town. Quaint, but with modern amenities like AC. I had a private bathroom down the hall which was clean and not far. Older building with stairs but I enjoyed my stay and felt it was worth it for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stone Town is an amazing place. The hotel is well located and the decor is simple but classy. The roof terrace was great and breakfast was adequate. I took a room with a bathroom down the hall and it felt as if I was in a house. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Lovely staff, amazing rooftop, nice large and well kept rooms, top hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel, with lovely friendly happy staff, who always gave a huge morning welcome at breakfast time. Delicious healthy breakfast and the best coffee, I've tasted in a long time, I had to go back for another. I felt very safe and it's in a great location to get to/from the ferry and to walk around to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Great boutique hotel

Fantastic boutique hotel in the middle of stone town. Staff were all fantastic and the room was exactly as in the photos. Loved the little historical items especially the coffee themed ones. Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Marie

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

Would reccomend

It’s a great stay here. Plenty of character , rooms are nice! The coffee itself is quite strong but the breakfast is amazing and staff are lovely. Good location for walking distance within the rest of stone town too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nikolai

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

Memorable stay in Stone Town

Our stay at Zanzibar Coffee House was great and unforgettable. The room was a room to remember, with great architecture. The personell and facilities were amazing. The breakfast was good, and the place was nearby everything you need in Stone Town. We will definitely come again if we are nearby, and would highly reccomend it to all travellers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
if you’re in Stone Town, this is definitely a great place to stay. Beach is nearby. Manager is amazing, he provided someone with an umbrella, let me borrow a charger adapter, gave me a map of the town, helped me get to the beach, offered complimentary drink & I was able to check in early. I loved it here so much. The rooftop was amazing, the food was excellent & the staff was friends. I felt safe here & very welcomed. Thank you for hosting me!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Staff exceedingly friendly and helpful. Night doorman concept annoying. Coffee shop concept can result in needing to wait for hotel service. Water is hot but pressure non existent - you can get more pressure pouring a water bottle on your body.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A cozy maze of coffee-scented history

An excellent spot in the Stonetown. We stayed a couple of nights in Espresso. This location is near to the harbour area, and many shops for souvenirs or daily needs. The room was clean and spaceous, a slight surprise was the separate but private washroom - understandable in an old building with history and character. The service is excellent, and the breakfast was very versatile. High recommendations!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Outstanding performance by the staff!

Outstanding performance by the staff! Had a great one night stay in this charmed small guest house. And you what a wonderful place to be a guest. The staff greeted me by my name and dit every thing in a high class hotel standard. The rooms, roof terrace, and other areas is clean and very cozy. I did not eat the free breakfast, but I enjoyed a delicious fresh coffee with a view. I highly recommend this place if you need accommodation within this price range. 😎🇹🇿❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is EXCELLENT!!! The room, staff, food and hospitality is the best I had in Tanzania! Big hugs to everyone there as you made me feel as if I were home with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and well maintained. Very central location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solveig

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

Amazing

Amazing place from the fantastic room with all the charming details to the rooftop and of course the best coffee in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem, great coffee, unique place within maze of city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with a fabulous rooftop terrace. Breakfast on the terrace was wonderful. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We stayed in one of the suites which was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Coffee House. The staff were wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Zachariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a fun stay in a great building
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024