Tembo Palace Hotel  

In Zanzibar City’s Stone Town — a beach hotel just steps from the Old Fort and a short walk to the House of Wonders and Forodhani Gardens. Stonetown Beach is within easy walking distance, making this a family-friendly base for exploring the island.

Small property with about 15 air-conditioned rooms outfitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, safes and desks. Private bathrooms come with shower/tub combos, complimentary toiletries and slippers. Expect a simple coastal vibe and sea-breeze mornings close to the shore and historic streets.

Outdoor pool, full-service spa and massage rooms, plus a diving club for water adventures. Library, picnic and barbecue areas, playroom for kids, hair salon and concierge services keep things easy. Free self-parking on site and laundry/dry-cleaning are available.

Conference hall and 24-hour front desk support meetings and arrivals. Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, plus shuttle and roundtrip airport transfers available for a surcharge.

On-site restaurant serves local and international dishes with a focus on regional Zanzibari flavors. There's also a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour room service for late returns from the city.