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Tarawanda House - Stawi

Property class: 3
3-star guest house perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town

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A cozy living area with a checkered floor, a glass table, wooden chairs, and a sofa.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a dining table, and chairs. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
A room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view.
A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and string lights.
Courtyard

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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baghani street, 525, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 2550
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with patterned pillows, a red nightstand, and a wooden headboard.

Comfort Single Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A four-poster bed with a patterned wall and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Classic Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small round stool, a window with a view, and wall art.

Comfort Studio, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wardrobe, and a window with shutters. There are four framed artworks on the wall.

Comfort Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

A wooden bench with cushions, a round wooden table, and a few books.

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a glass coffee table, a woven rug, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Comfort Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

A room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Stone Town guesthouse, you'll be steps from Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum. Jaw's Corner and St. Joseph's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Out of Afrika - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Tarawanda House - Stawi

3-star guest house perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Tarawanda House - Stawi. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

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

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Tarawanda House - Stawi offers 13 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 2 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Tarawanda House Stawi
Tarawanda House - Stawi Guesthouse
Tarawanda House - Stawi Zanzibar Town
Tarawanda House - Stawi Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tarawanda House - Stawi to the airport?

Tarawanda House - Stawi is 4.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi have an airport shuttle?

Tarawanda House - Stawi offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 15 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Tarawanda House - Stawi to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 5-minute walk from Shangani Beach and 14.7 mi (35-min drive) from Fumba Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi offer free breakfast?

Tarawanda House - Stawi offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Tarawanda House - Stawi?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi have a pool?

Tarawanda House - Stawi features outdoor pool access.

Does Tarawanda House - Stawi have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, deep-tissue massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Tarawanda House - Stawi to downtown Zanzibar Town?

Tarawanda House - Stawi is 1.3 mi away from Zanzibar Town.

Tarawanda House - Stawi Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice location. Close to the main commercial street and tourist area. Some rooms are very comfortable. Others aren't. Good staff service. Breakfast is vegetarian \o/
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice people and place

Difficult to find due to very small sign but very nice and large inside. Nice people with nice art and design inside. Negative the bed in my room was very soft and not good for me.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very well located. Nice and unique decoration of the house. Rooms are very pretty. Staff is very kind. Service is good. The manager pay attention to any claim. Breakfast was good. There is a fridge, tea and coffee in the share areas.We enjoyed our stay!! I would just recommend to change the beds upstairs, as they are very hard and uncomfortable ( downstair our bed was better). =)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotelket ligger veldig sentralt, med kort avstand til sentrum og strand med restauranter.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rigtig fint for få nætter

Rigtig fint for få nætter - meget God beliggenhed tæt på alle seværdigheder på gåben - tæt på spisemuligheder - rigtig sød host, som hjalp mig - dårlig seng - rigtig varmt da der ikke var aircondition men kun en fane som ikke kølede, så havde svært ved at sove - afrikansk morgenmad, du kan ikke selv vælge, det var træls - meget larm om natten fordi det er centralt - flot indrettet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
伝統的な住居をそのまま利用した雰囲気のよい宿泊施設で静かで落ち着いた空間である。トイレ・シャワーは共同だが私が宿泊した部屋は隣だったのでほぼ専用で使用でき不便はなかった。窓にガラスがなく雨が降ると木の扉を閉めることになり真っ暗になるがそれも味だろう。場所はオールドタウンのどこへもアクセスしやすく便利である。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024