10/10 Excellent
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Jan 13, 2025
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Adriana
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Barabara House
3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Jambiani Beach
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Spa
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
Explore the area
Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
- Jambiani BeachPlace, Jambiani Beach3 min walk
- Kite Centre ZanzibarPlace, Kite Centre Zanzibar8 min drive
- Paje BeachPlace, Paje Beach9 min drive
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)68 min drive
Room options
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Standard Twin Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Superior Double Room
- 215 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Executive Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Jambiani
Close to the beach.A stay at this guesthouse places you within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Kuza Cave. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Jambiani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
- Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
- Pingwe Beach - 24 min drive - 16.4 miles
- Kizimkazi Beach - 30 min drive - 19.5 miles
Getting around
- Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
- Your Zanzibar Place - 8 min drive
- Beach Boheme - 8 min drive
- Kisiwa on the Beach - 7 min drive
- B4 Beach Club - 8 min drive
- BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - 3 min drive
About this property
Barabara House
3-star guest house near Jambiani Beach
As a guest of Barabara House, you'll find spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a ferry terminal shuttle, and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. Barabara House also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jambiani guesthouse.
- 4 guestrooms or units
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Refrigerator in a common area
Barabara House offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Jambiani guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
Things to do
- Art gallery
- Bicycle rentals
- Boat tours
- Scooter/moped rentals
- TV in common areas
Accessibility
- Area rugs in public areas
- No elevator
- Smooth flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Slippers
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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 ferry terminal, airport, and bus station (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 - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barabara House
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
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 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal
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.
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 accepts cash, mobile payments, M-Pesa, and PayPal.
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.
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Guesthouse
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Frequently asked questions
How close is Barabara House to the airport?
Barabara House is 36.4 mi (57-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Barabara House have an airport shuttle?
Barabara House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 35 per vehicle, one-way.
How close is Barabara House to the beach?
This guesthouse is a short 5-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and 4.7 mi (12-min drive) from Paje Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Barabara House offer free breakfast?
Barabara House does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Barabara House?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.
What time is check-in at Barabara House?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Barabara House?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does Barabara House have a pool?
Barabara House does not have a pool.
Does Barabara House have a spa?
This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Barabara House to downtown Jambiani?
Barabara House is 1.8 mi away from Jambiani.
Barabara House Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
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