8.6 · Fabulous14 reviews
Charming Zanzibar-Style Beach House nestled in the serene Jambiani village, offering a picturesque view of the Indian Ocean from a private terrace.
Authentic Accommodations feature intricately carved sultan beds and ceilings made from banana leaves, blending modern comfort with traditional charm.
Culinary Delights await with a breakfast spread of fresh fruits and juices, while dinner options showcase local flavors.
Relax on the terrace or let the friendly staff organize exciting activities like diving, dolphin swims, and cultural workshops. Experience the magic of Zanzibar at Vanilla House.
8.6
Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 14 guests who stayed here.
Absolutely amazing location with attentive staff.
Nice rooms, very comfortable, fan, ocean view, good breakfast and friendly workers
Asked the staff for wifi and they tolld me 10 minutes and then i never heard from them again. Later on, I asked the owner for wifi and…
Exactly I front of the beach , the food is delicious , the service and staff were amazing
Nothing all good
My room was comfortable, the staff were incredible and so lovely and warm, and the location is absolutely perfect! Delicious food, as well!
Aika and the staff were lovely, responsive and very organized. The location is ideal, the room was nice and breakfast was freshly made every morning and very tasty. The restaurant had nice food.
There was no hotel WiFi…
Location views amazing
Wild cats
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Jambiani 8244, Jambiani
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
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.
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
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 note, Vanilla House has a dog on the premises.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. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in is from 12:00 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.
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
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.
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.
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
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.
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Jambiani 8244, Jambiani.
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.