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Jafferji House

4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town guesthouse with restaurant

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Premier Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Premier Suite | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, bathrobes, bidet
Terrace/patio
In the heart of Stone Town, Jafferji House offers an upscale retreat. Indulge in a full breakfast, pamper yourself at the spa or unwind on the rooftop terrace overlooking lush gardens. With dry cleaning services and multilingual staff available to assist with tour planning, this guesthouse is perfect for a relaxing getaway that leaves guests praising its helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$108 nightly
The total price is $124
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Signature Suite | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Signature Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
170 Gizenga Street, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 24 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Jafferji House

Located just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport, Jafferji House offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can indulge in body wraps or mani/pedis, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a rooftop terrace, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Alchemy Rooftop - This restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TZS 50000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Jafferji
Jafferji House
Jafferji House Zanzibar Town
Jafferji Zanzibar Town
Jafferji House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town
Jafferji House Guesthouse
Jafferji House Spa
Jafferji House Spa
Jafferji House Guesthouse
Jafferji House Zanzibar Town
Jafferji House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Jafferji House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Jafferji House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Jafferji House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Jafferji House?

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

Is airport shuttle service offered by Jafferji House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TZS 50000 per vehicle one-way.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Jafferji House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and snorkeling. Jafferji House also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Jafferji House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Jafferji House like?

Jafferji House is located near Shangani Beach in Stone Town, a short 2-minute walk from Old Fort and 3 minutes' walk from Forodhani Gardens.

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Jafferji House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Ambience
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Lobby
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The
chantelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a beautiful old original Arab style house in stone town full of original features and decor. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. I rea example of a comfortable hotel with the genuine Swahili coast experience
Mark, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jafferji is unique in style and the room were very spacious
Marion, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in the heart of Stone town

Cool place! Nice room, exellent service and great location!
Liselotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful heritage hotel in the center of Stone Town, close to many attractions. Room was super large and carefully decorated with local artifacts and furniture. I loved the breakfast on the rooftop with a 365 degree view of the city! Special call to the staff who was very friendly, attentive and who helped us organize a car transfer to our next destination.
Clement, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel right in the middle of all of the shops. Very convenient, quiet and comfortable. Beautiful rooftop terrace!!
Louisa, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing Stay Despite a Great Location

We recently stayed at a 4-star hotel in Stone Town and, unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations. The staff were friendly, but not particularly proactive or helpful when issues arose. While we appreciated the warm demeanor, the service didn’t quite meet the standard you’d expect from a hotel rated at this level. Breakfast was served on the rooftop, which did offer a lovely view of the city and ocean—a definite highlight. However, the breakfast options were quite limited, and the overall quality was underwhelming. Our biggest disappointment was with the room itself. We stayed in the “Living Stone” room, which looked charming and character-filled in the online photos. In reality, the room was fairly basic and lacked any of the charm or ambiance we had anticipated. It felt rather plain and unremarkable. Cleanliness was a significant issue. Upon arrival, we discovered the bed linens were dirty and had to request that the bed be remade—a surprising oversight. Even after that, the overall cleanliness left much to be desired. To make matters worse, the bathroom had a persistent sewage odor that was impossible to ignore. While the hotel has potential—particularly with its rooftop and central location—it fell short in areas that really matter: cleanliness, comfort, and value for money. Sadly, we left feeling disappointed and wouldn’t return or recommend it to others without significant improvements.
Paige, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very nice and helpful. The hotel was very clean. Rooms were good size.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful with everything we needed. Good location within Stonetown. Walkable distance to a lot of historical sites and shopping.
jana, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jafferji House exceeded expectations as a historic location owned and decorated by a noted artistic figure, originally a family home, right in the centre of a World Heritage site. Individual rooms are in themselves notably special. The professionalism and dedication of the desk staff was the icing on a very rich experience.
Stephen, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Accommodation with atmosphere

The accommodation is located right in the center of Stone Town in narrow streets. It definitely has an atmosphere. Very helpful worker at the reception and the view at breakfast.
Michaela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stone town

Not a four star, but a nice place with a mot of atmosphere. Internet could be better. Great and helpful staff.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Another great “go to” property in Stone Town”! Rooms were comfortable with it’s own and unique Art/Decor. Perched in heart of Stone Town for those who prefer “proximity” to all that Stone Town has to offer and want be close to the “heartbeat” of Stone Town.
Patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was very nostalgic and romantic perfectly positioned to tour Stone Town. Best part was Manal at the front desk. She was so friendly and helped us with so many things during our stay. The hotel should pay her more money cause she is worth her wait in gold!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Styled well boutique

It was eclectic however the air condition didn’t work so great. Other than that, it was quite lovely… assuming you’d like ethnic stylings… Which I do. It’s history.😀
Sonia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jafferji House is located in the heart of Stone Town, conveniently located in the labyrinth of streets full of cool doors and shops catering to tourists. Jafferji House has a colonial era Africa vibe, filled with interesting antiques and curiosities. The rooftop breakfast dining room is a lovely peaceful spot to start the day, with 360 degree views of the town and the ocean. Rooms ate large and each one has unique charm. is unreliable. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. Accessibility note: this is an old mansion, so lots of stairs/uneven walkways.
Kristin, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

This place was average. Very quaint and charming. Breakfast was lacking and the room linens didn't seem very clean. There were stains on the pillow cases and sitting areas. There's also a fee that that require in cash in addition to the regular payment and they hound you if you don't have cash to pay it right away. Overall, cute place but not really my kind of comfort.
Dionna, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We wanted to stay in Stonetown in an authentic hotel. Dating from the 1880s we found our place. It was just down a very narrow street from the Freddy Mercury House. It helped to have their staff pick us up from the airport. The rooftop restaurant had a great view of the ocean and town. We ate the special dinner. It was expensive but with so many authentic courses and flavors it was well worth. This is not a glamorous place, but very real. The AC worked well and the room was comfortable.
Thomas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was great, except the noise coming from other rooms. I was in the Out of Africa room and could hear loud footsteps and conversations of the people above me at 4am. I think the walls must be very thin. Otherwise, very nice place.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Overall a great experience but Air conditioner was not working my entire stay. I originally purchased a superior room but was offered a single without compensation or adjustment for what I paid. Was ultimately given the room I paid for yet without functioning air conditioning. This made my stay very comfortable especially considering the high heat and humidity in the area.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shanna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rommet er er delt inn i mange høyder, med terskler og trapper. Det er ingen standard for hvor høyt ett trinn er. Jeg falt på vei til toalettet på natten, da jeg feilvurderte trinnet. Grunnen var at jeg så treverket, men ikke høyden på de hvite flisene som var lik gulvet. Jeg slo meg kraftig.
line marie, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Claes Henrik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Joachim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique property. Kind staff. Good breakfast. Great aircon!
Dirk, 1-night trip