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Jafferji House Hotel - Zanzibar

170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map

$$$$

Overall Score

Great

8.4Great

Location9.4

Staff9.1

Free WiFi8.5

Comfort8.4

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples46%

Families25%

Solo20%

Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.4Great

Location9.4

Staff9.1

Free WiFi8.5

Comfort8.4

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples46%

Families25%

Solo20%

Groups9%

Boutique hotel blending heritage and luxury in Stone Town

Accommodations & Ambiance

Jafferji House & Spa in Stone Town houses guest rooms styled with antique decor and local artifacts. Each air-conditioned suite comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Rooms like the Executive Suite offer spacious layouts with culturally significant design elements.

Wellness & Spa

The on-site spa at Jafferji House delivers wellness treatments including full body massage, facial treatments, and body scrubs. Guests can book couples massage packages or beauty services such as manicure and pedicure. A spa/wellness package is available for those seeking multiple treatments during their stay.

Dining & Culinary Experiences

Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace with views over the Stone Town rooftops. The hotel offers cooking classes focused on traditional Swahili cuisine for guests who want to learn local recipes. Private dining options include a breakfast-in-the-room service and special diet menus upon request.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Jafferji House and Spa Zanzibar is located 700 ft from the Old Fort and the House of Wonders. Walking tours of Stone Town start from the hotel, and the nearby Freddie Mercury Museum is a short walk away. Guests can also arrange diving, fishing, or snorkeling excursions through the tour desk.

Services & Activities

The hotel provides complimentary airport shuttle services and a 24-hour front desk with concierge assistance. Activities include temporary art galleries displaying local work, happy hour events, and cultural tours about local history. Luggage storage and a safety deposit box are available for all guests.

Accommodation: 10 suites with antique decor and local art
Dining: Rooftop breakfast with city views & Swahili cooking classes
Wellness: On-site spa with body massage, facials & spa packages
Location: 700 ft from Old Fort, House of Wonders & Freddie Mercury Museum
Services: Complimentary airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, tour desk

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

from 03:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 8.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Dutch, Afrikaans, Swahili

Building

Number of rooms:9

Former name

jafferji house & spa

Price calendar

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Rooms and availability

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Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Signature Suite

Max:

2 persons

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Superior Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower
Bathtub

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkeling
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about Jafferji House Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	119 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	4.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

The Peace Memorial Museum

200 yd

Landmark

Malindi Mosque

100 yd

Mizingani Rd

Old Dispensary

100 yd

Museums

House of Wonders

100 yd

Museums

Old Fort of Zanzibar

100 yd

Historic Site

Stone Town

100 yd

Museums

Sultan's Palace

100 yd

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

100 yd

Market

Darajani Market

100 yd

Church

Old Slave Market

100 yd

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

100 yd

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

100 yd

Parks

Forodhani Park

100 yd

200 Hurumzi Street

The Zanzibar Curio shop

100 yd

Kelele Square

100 yd

Hamamni Street

Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar

100 yd

Gallery

The Beautiful Eyes

100 yd

Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi

100 yd

Restaurant

Terrace Rooftop Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

The Silk Route

100 yd

Restaurant

Mistress of Spices

100 yd

Restaurant

Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar

100 yd

Restaurant

Monsoon Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Stone Town Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

Vivi Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

Masa Japanese Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Taperia Wine & Tapas Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Archipelago

100 yd

Reviews of Jafferji House Hotel

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