Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, Tanzania214 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar
214 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.3
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples68%
Groups13%
Solo11%
Families8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.3
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples68%
Groups13%
Solo11%
Families8%

Boutique hotel in Stone Town with rooftop infinity pool and spa

Amenities

Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar offers a seasonal rooftop infinity pool with pool bar and views over Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. The on-site spa and wellness centre provides a comprehensive range of treatments, including massages, in a dedicated facility. Guests also have access to sun loungers, a sun terrace, and daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and laundry services.

Rooms

Each of the 8 air-conditioned rooms includes a minibar, safety deposit box, and tea and coffee maker. Room types range from Superior Rooms with balcony to Deluxe Double Rooms with shower, each decorated with a distinct style. Bathrooms feature walk-in showers, and some rooms offer a bathtub.

Dining

The hotel's restaurant, The 5th Restaurant, serves Mediterranean and international cuisine for brunch, lunch, and dinner, with live music in the evenings. Breakfast is served à la carte and includes continental, American, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options. The rooftop bar offers wine, champagne, cocktails, and a menu of fresh fruits and kids' meals.

Wellness

The on-site spa delivers a full range of treatments, including massages, using spa facilities such as a steam room or treatment rooms. Guests can book sessions such as deep tissue or aromatherapy massages. The spa also offers sun loungers and towels for relaxation before or after treatments.

Location

Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar sits a short walk from Stone Town Beach and the Forodhani Gardens Night Market. Nearby attractions include the House of Wonders, Old Fort of Zanzibar, Hamamni Persian Baths, and Kidichi Spice Farm. The hotel is 5 miles from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, with a paid airport shuttle service available.

  • Pool: Seasonal rooftop infinity pool with ocean views
  • Spa: On-site spa with massage and wellness treatments
  • Location: Walking distance to Stone Town Beach and night market
  • Dining: The 5th Restaurant with live music and à la carte breakfast
  • Rooms: 8 individually styled air-conditioned rooms
  • Service: Concierge for local excursions and airport shuttle
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 10.75 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:11
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Rooms and availability

Superior Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Plunge pool

Rooftop pool

Infinity pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Spa & wellness center

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Rooftop pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
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Essential information about Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar

💵 Lowest room price 300 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

214 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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214 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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214 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
100 yd
Museums
House of Wonders
100 yd
Museums
Old Fort of Zanzibar
100 yd
Historic Site
Stone Town
100 yd
Museums
Sultan's Palace
100 yd
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
100 yd
Market
Darajani Market
100 yd
Church
Old Slave Market
100 yd
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
100 yd
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
100 yd
Parks
Forodhani Park
100 yd
200 Hurumzi Street
The Zanzibar Curio shop
100 yd
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
100 yd
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
0 yd
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
100 yd
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Turquoise
100 yd
Restaurant
Lukmaan Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Dockside Food Markets
100 yd
Restaurant
Forodhani Gardens
100 yd
Restaurant
Znz Msuo Juice Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Foro
100 yd
Restaurant
Flavours Caffe
100 yd
Restaurant
Luis Yoghurt Parlour Indian Goan Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Ma Shaa Allah Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
Krishna Food House
100 yd
Restaurant
Mama Mia
100 yd

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