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Jafferji House
4 stars

Jafferji House

170 Gizenga Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 773 284 084
From
$62
Cheapest

rate per night

7.9
Good
based on 637 reviews
637 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
Double room
Standard Room

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Overview

Rating
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a bidet and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include designer toiletries, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.
Rating
7.9
Good
Based on 637 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Jafferji House

  • Snorkelling
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cooking classes

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Complimentary breakfast

Spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Jafferji House

7.9
Good
637 verified ratings
Wonderful
324
Very good
129
Good
83
Okay
38
Fair
30
Mediocre
13
Poor
20

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests praised the hotel's great location in Stone Town, its charming atmosphere, and the quality of the breakfast. However, many reviews highlighted significant issues with cleanliness, poor service, and a lack of basic amenities. Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the quality offered, while others enjoyed the unique historical features of the building.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
Cleanliness4 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
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Location

170 Gizenga Street, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Old Fort90 m
  • House of Wonders145 m
  • Forodhani Gardens175 m
  • Stone Town Beach208 m
  • Stone Town340 m
  • Christ Church388 m
  • Slave Chambers395 m
  • Livingstone's House1.5 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.6 km
  • Changuu Island5.4 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.3 km
  • Chumbe Island13 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Jafferji House

  • Where is Jafferji House located?

    Jafferji House is located at 170 Gizenga Street, 1 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Old Fort is the closest landmark to Jafferji House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Jafferji House?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Jafferji House.

  • Does Jafferji House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Jafferji House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Jafferji House from the airport?

    Jafferji House is 7.5 km from Zanzibar Intl. Jafferji House is 79.3 km from Dar Es Salaam.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city centre

1.0 km

Nearest airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

7.7 km