Habari House

Property class: 2.5
Zanzibar Town hotel with spa and restaurant

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Situated by the ocean, Habari House is a great choice for a stay in Zanzibar Town. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Beach shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Children's games
$74 nightly
The total price is $93
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Comfort Single Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed under a mosquito net, a wooden nightstand with a kettle, cups, and a basket.

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a large mirror, and a wooden dresser.

Deluxe Suite, City View, Mezzanine

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair, a patterned rug, and a ceiling fan.

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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102 Shangani St.,, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Habari House

  • Situated by the ocean, Habari House is a great choice for a stay in Zanzibar Town. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Full-service spa

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Habari Hammam. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 2.98 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Habari House Hotel

Habari House Zanzibar Town

Habari House Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Habari House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Habari House?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Habari House.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Habari House?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Habari House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, horseback riding, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Habari House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Habari House like?

Habari House is a short 4-minute walk from Shangani Beach and 5 minutes' walk from House of Wonders.

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Reviews

Habari House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was described as scrumptious with freshly made juice and thoughtful prepared boxes for early departures. (3 reviews)
  • The restaurant served very good food and the hosts were kind and generous in their recommendations and service. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Family owned, very friendly and welcoming. Zanzibar style decoration. Feeling like you are someone home. Good Breakfast.
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8/10 Very good

Good accommodation, culturally unique property, highly convenient location for a tourist. price was a bit high.
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10/10 Exceptional

What an astonishing place! Really friendly staff and the owners are lovely. Well run and clearly a lot of thought has gone into the communal spaces to make them as inviting and relaxing as possible. The bedroom was great and had everything we needed and the location is fantastic - a little back from the main streets so nice and quiet but close to everything you want to see.
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6/10 Good

Lovely place located in the middle of Stone Town. Decent beds. Lovely staff! Be aware: No curtains to keep the room dark in the morning. No fridge so your water will be hot. No turndown service with mosquito spray.
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8/10 Very good

Nice place with really nice host-couple

We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small child) are the sweetest souls: warm, kind and generous. My husband had some stomach pain, when we arrived, and the host went out to find him Jægermeister late at night. 5 stars for effort and for making us feel more than welcome. We hope to return one day and maybe have time to sit down and have dinner with these sweet, beautiful people. The room was nice, breakfast was so so (but 5 stars for effort and goodwill), location was perfect and our overall experience was superb. <3
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10/10 Exceptional

A Zanzibar Home Away from Home

We can't say enough good things about our stay at Habari House. My husband and I travel quite a bit and never have we stayed somewhere with such gracious hosts as G and Lucy. They welcomed us in and made sure we were comfortable and had all we needed. In fact, when I mentioned that my mattress was a bit firm, they went out and got a new mattress and a foam topper to ensure I would have a good night's sleep. I didn't want them to go to the trouble, but they graciously insisted. The breakfast each morning was scrumptious. The freshly made juice was such a treat. One morning we had an early departure time for a tour, and they thoughtfully prepared a boxed breakfast to take with us. We were so grateful for that! G and Lucy and the entire staff is enough reason for me to recommend staying here but Habari House itself is beautiful and well maintained. The rooms (our kids were in a separate room) were clean and comfortable. The restaurant/courtyard area has such a cool vibe. It was a place that was easy to just stay and linger in conversation. Habari House is also in a fantastic location. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get to the heart of Stone Town in just a few minutes' walk. Each night, upon returning to Habari House after a day of excursions, it honestly felt like coming home. G and Lucy are such beautiful people and have created more than just a hotel, but a place of community and rest. - Lance and Julie Clark (Texas)
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place!

Traditional stone town house hotel with a really warm welcome from the lovely family who own it. Great location with an easy safe short walk to the main hotspots and the night food market and sea jumping zone.
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10/10 Exceptional

located at the heart of Shangani, a walking distance from the sea front, Forodhani and Darajani. Small quaint property with a home feel, my kind of thing!
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10/10 Exceptional

Lucy y su familia son encantadores, tuve un problema de salud con mi hijo y nos ayudaron en absolutamente todo! El lugar es maravilloso, muy buena ubicación y el desayuno increible! Sin duda lo recomendamos 100%
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8/10 Very good

Lucy und Gary sind wundervolle Gastgeber empfehlen selber nur Restaurants und Ausflüge, die sie selber getestet und für gut befunden haben.
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10/10 Exceptional

2回目

ヌングイビーチとパジェビーチに2週間滞在してストーンタウンで2泊しました。前回と同じホテルですが、便利な立地です。ストーンタウンの中心です。スタッフさんも親切　Wi-Fiも問題なし。食事も美味しい。
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10/10 Exceptional

初めてのザンジバル

スイートルームの予約がホテルの都合でファミリールームとシングルルームに変更された。そのため無料の夕食が4人分サービスされたので問題ありませんでした。部屋は綺麗で広く清潔　ただしファミリールームのエアコンが冷えないからそこだけ問題です。オーナーの方も親切　ストーンタウンの中心でどこも徒歩圏内　おすすめします。
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8/10 Very good

Koselig

Kjempe hyggelige ansatte og eiere! Flotte rom, vi hadde topp suiten som var romslig og fin. Eneste minuset var mygg og insekt når man skulle spise i cafeen på kvelden.
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10/10 Exceptional

Mysigt boutique hotell med fantastisk personal.

Uppskattade framför allt servicen. Ägaren och övriga personalen var extremt service minded och hjälpte oss med allt vi behövde. Hotellet ligger centralt i Stone Town, det har en trevlig liten restaurang med väldigt god mat, hotellet är jättemysigt och mycket prisvärt. Rekommenderar det varmt.
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10/10 Exceptional