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Mama's House

Property class: 3
3-star apartment perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town

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A courtyard with a mosaic floor, a blue bench, a hanging plant, and a wooden pergola.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a window with a curtain and a wall-mounted basket.
A bathroom with patterned walls, a toilet, a sink, a shower, and a ceiling-mounted fan.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view, a door, and a green shelf.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a kettle, and a small sink.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 00000
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Livingstone's House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a bunk bed.

Signature Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.

Standard Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Heart of Zanzibar Town.At this Zanzibar Town apartment, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Masingini Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Livingstone's House. Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Masingini Forest - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Livingstone's House - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Malindi Mosque - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Darajani Market - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mama's House

3-star apartment perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town
As a guest of Mama's House, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Mama's House also features a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zanzibar Town apartment.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mama's House offers 4 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Zanzibar Town apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mama's House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

Property Registration Number Z0000202713

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mama's House Apartment
Mama's House Zanzibar Town
Mama's House Apartment Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mama's House to the airport?

Mama's House is 7.8 mi (29-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mama's House?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mama's House on Aug 18, 2026 start from CA $21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mama's House have an airport shuttle?

Mama's House offers a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel, available 24 hours a day.

How close is Mama's House to the beach?

This apartment is 4.5 mi (7-min drive) from Shangani Beach.

Does Mama's House offer free breakfast?

Mama's House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mama's House?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Mama's House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mama's House?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Mama's House have a pool?

Mama's House does not have a pool.

Does Mama's House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Mama's House to downtown Zanzibar Town?

Mama's House is 3.5 mi away from Zanzibar Town.

Mama's House Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Isabelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025