Vivi Cafe B&B
Bed and breakfast, 3-starGizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101, Zanzibar TownShow on map
6.0 · Pleasant3 reviews
- Pleasant locationGuests rate the location 6.7 out of 10, at Gizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Experience the charm of Zanzibar at Vivi Cafe B&B, where history meets modern comfort in the heart of Stone Town.
Unbeatable Location Step outside and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, with iconic sites like the House of Wonders and Old Fort just moments away. The pristine Shangani Beach and the intriguing Freddie Mercury Museum are also within a short stroll.
Comfortable Accommodations Make yourself at home in one of our cozy guestrooms, equipped with complimentary wired and wireless internet. Daily housekeeping ensures your space is always fresh, while extra amenities like irons and ironing boards are available for your convenience.
Delicious Dining Options Indulge in a complimentary continental breakfast each morning, served from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Enjoy meals at our restaurant or relax with a drink at our beach bar, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
What this place offers
- Free breakfast
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Continental breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free continental breakfast
- Art gallery on site
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
Rooms
6.0
Pleasant
Rated 6.0 out of 10 by 3 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness4.1
- Service8.6
- Location6.7
- Rooms5.1
- Amenities5.1
- Value6.1
- Food & drink6.1
Guests mention
Great staffClean rooms
susanne1 Handtuch für 2 Nächte/ 2 Gäste, Tauben direkt neben dem Bett hinter einem Gitter ohne Fenster, laut, kaum erreichbares WiFi, winziges Bett, mini Zimmer, ohne Café, Name irreführend, keine Parkplätze, Zimmer feucht und…
VioletAmazing staff, Very helpful
RyanThis was a very nice, pleasant, convenient, easy stay. The rooms were clean, air conditioned, and had plenty of space for a solo traveler like myself. We actually had had water, which was also nice compared to some…
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
Gizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101, Zanzibar Town
Guests rate the location 6.7 out of 10 — pleasant.
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
Children welcome
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Pets allowed on request; charges may apply
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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.
What we’d check for you here
- 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 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 Vivi Cafe B&B
Does Vivi Cafe B&B allow pets?
Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is breakfast included at Vivi Cafe B&B?
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 Vivi Cafe B&B have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Vivi Cafe B&B 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 Vivi Cafe B&B?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. 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 Vivi Cafe B&B?
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 Vivi Cafe B&B?
Gizenga Street House No 189, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 71101, Zanzibar Town.
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