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Tarawanda House By Stawi

3.0 star property
3-star B&B in Stone Town

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Interior
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Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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534 Baghani St, Zanzibar, 525, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 255
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Slave Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Studio

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Stone Town stay.With a stay at this Stone Town B&B, you'll be steps from People's Palace Museum and Marahubi Palace. Jaw's Corner and Mbweni Ruins are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tarawanda House By Stawi

3-star B&B in Stone Town
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tarawanda House By Stawi also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

This 3-star Zanzibar Town bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Tarawanda House By Stawi offers 13 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hair dryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Musical instrument
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Tarawanda House By Stawi Zanzibar Town
Tarawanda House By Stawi Bed & breakfast
Tarawanda House By Stawi Bed & breakfast Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tarawanda House By Stawi to the airport?

Tarawanda House By Stawi is 4.7 mi (17-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 Tarawanda House By Stawi?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tarawanda House By Stawi on Aug 10, 2025 start from $45.0, 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 Tarawanda House By Stawi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tarawanda House By Stawi.

How close is Tarawanda House By Stawi to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 4-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach and 5-minute walk from Shangani Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tarawanda House By Stawi offer free breakfast?

Tarawanda House By Stawi offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Tarawanda House By Stawi?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Tarawanda House By Stawi?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Tarawanda House By Stawi have a pool?

Tarawanda House By Stawi does not have a pool.

Does Tarawanda House By Stawi have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

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

Tarawanda House By Stawi is 0.7 mi away from Zanzibar Town.

Tarawanda House By Stawi 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

2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Frank

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yongo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely, clean good excellent WiFi and great stuff. I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025