Jafferji House

Hotel, 4-star170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar CityShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Luxurious Boutique Hotel Experience Discover the charm of Jafferji House, a boutique hotel nestled in the heart of historic Stone Town. Explore nearby landmarks like the Old Fort and House of Wonders just steps away from our doorstep.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities Indulge in comfort with our air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, satellite channels, and convenient tea-and-coffee facilities. Unwind in style in the private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Wi-Fi Stay connected with free Wi-Fi as you explore the vibrant surroundings. With Zanzibar Airport a short 7.1 km away and the town just an 8-minute drive, Jafferji House offers both accessibility and serenity.

Book your stay at Jafferji House now for an unforgettable experience in Stone Town.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry

Rooms

8.6

Fabulous

Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 263 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.8
Service9.3
Location9.3
Rooms8.3
Amenities8.8
Value8.8
Food & drink7.8

Guests mention

Exotic locationFriendly staff

ZohraFrance
August 2026Family
Il est très bien situé pour visiter stone town et le personnel est très aimable.
Le pdj sur la terrasse avec la vue sur stone town.
Le petit déjeuner pourrait être améliorer. Il faudrait rajouter des crêpes ou pankakes…
IsabelleFrance
August 2026Couple
Parfait
L’emplacement est idéal et la gentillesse du personnel.
Rien en particulier. Juste un point évoqué avec le personnel pour améliorer le confort , dans la chambre Kamasutra, une chaise supplémentaire pour se poser et un…
shaffiqd2023
August 2026
Jafferji House Stonetown & Jafferji Beach Retreat Matemwe
Jafferji House Stone Town & Jafferji Beach Retreat
We stayed at both Jafferji House in Stone Town and Jafferji Beach Retreat in Matemwe, and while both properties have their strengths, our experiences were quite…
SusanneCH
August 2026Group
Gut
Ja
Passport08677645434ATHENS, ATTICA
July 2026
Nice hotel in the centre of Stone Town
Located in an old Arab house, the hotel has character but … something was missing. Our room was large and so was the bed. But, essentially, there was no window and the toilet was separated from the rest of the room by a…
tmathyseDUBAI, EMIRATE OF DUBAI
July 2026
Urgent update to hotel and service needed
The place is not well maintained - there is a moldy smell in the rooms we had. The breakfast is not ok (white bread and a egg on request) and the coffee was undrinkable. Basically hotel in need of an boost in this prime…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City

Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Jafferji House

What time is check-in and check-out at Jafferji House?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Jafferji House allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is breakfast included at Jafferji House?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Jafferji House have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at Jafferji House?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Jafferji House?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Jafferji House?

170 Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City.

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