Rumaisa Hotel
Lodg, 3-starFunguni, Malindi, Stone Town, Zanzibar CityShow on map
6.7 · Pleasant153 reviews
- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.1 out of 10, at Funguni, Malindi, Stone Town.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Oasis in Zanzibar City
Serene Accommodations: Step into our simple yet elegantly decorated rooms adorned with traditional Zanzibar furnishings, offering modern amenities like a refrigerator and satellite TV for your comfort.
Delightful Dining Options: Indulge in delectable dishes at our on-site restaurant or unwind at the terrace while enjoying a meal with a view.
Convenient Location: With a prime location just a stone's throw away from Zanzibar Port and a short drive to Zanzibar Airport, Rumaisa Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the wonders of Malindi.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
Rooms
6.7
Pleasant
Rated 6.7 out of 10 by 153 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.1
- Service7.6
- Location7.1
- Rooms6.5
- Amenities5.6
- Value7.0
- Food & drink6.6
Guests mention
Good locationFriendly staffAffordable ratesClean rooms
StefanItalyLa posizione molto comoda vicino al porto mi ha permesso di raggiungerlo a piedi facilmente e in fretta
Scarsi gli arredi (non c’era l’armadio), camera con una finestra chiusa e sbarrata. La camera dava sul retro una…
KébènCDbon rapport qualité prix.
Le personnel est charmant et les chambres sont grandes et propres. ainsi que la salle de bain. seul hic, le petit dejeuner merite d'etre en self service ne serait ce que pour les boissons chaudes car c'est tres long. et…
OagileSouth AfricaReally nice hotel. Friendly staff, very hospitable. Made my stay in the town very seamless and easier to navigate. Absol
ClaireFranceLamentable
L’emplacement
Le personnel aucune explication vole pas de petit déjeuner
RuthKenyaThey room and utilities provided
1.The house keeper rationed sanitary items until I had to complain at the reception
2. The restaurant staff weren't responsive to our needs, the menu was boring;
some of us resorted to…
CarlosPortugalWill be back for sure
Very quite and cozy
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 December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Funguni, Malindi, Stone Town, Zanzibar City
Guests rate the location 7.1 out of 10 — good.
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 12:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
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.
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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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- 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 Rumaisa Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Rumaisa Hotel?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Rumaisa Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rumaisa Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Rumaisa Hotel?
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 Rumaisa Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Rumaisa Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Rumaisa Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Rumaisa Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 12:00 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 Rumaisa Hotel?
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 Rumaisa Hotel?
Funguni, Malindi, Stone Town, Zanzibar City.
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