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Upendo House

3.5 star property
Comfortable Zanzibar Town guesthouse in Stone Town with free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Superior Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Restaurant
Exterior detail
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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213/214 Hurumzi street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
  • Popular LocationForodhani Gardens5 min walk
  • Popular LocationShangani Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSlave Market6 min walk
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)16 min drive
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Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Upendo House is located in Stone Town, a neighbourhood in Zanzibar Town, and is in a shopping district and near the beach. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby snorkelling, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Old Fort - 4 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk
  • Slave Market - 6 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market - 4 min walk
  • Lukmaan - 4 min walk
  • House of Karafuu - 3 min walk
  • Abyssinian Maritim - 7 min walk
  • Zanzibar Coffeehouse - 3 min walk

About this property

Upendo House

Guest house located in Stone Town
Consider a stay at Upendo House and take advantage of free continental breakfast, designer shops on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Bike hire, concierge services and beach towels
  • A water dispenser, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • A porter/bellboy
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning and dressing gowns, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Recycling and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Upendo in Town
Upendo House Guesthouse
Upendo House Zanzibar Town
Upendo House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Upendo House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Upendo House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upendo House?

Upendo House doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Upendo House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Upendo House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 50% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Upendo House located?

Located in Stone Town, this guesthouse is steps away from Shakti Temple, House of Wonders and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). Hamamni Persian Baths and Malindi Mosque are also within 5 minutes.

Upendo House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Stacey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room was very comfortable, if a bit overpriced. Unfortuately my view out the window was an alley of rusted roofs and infrastructure - this was #203 - more like a very comfortable cell. The electricity went out in the middle of the night making it very hot. However, the rest of the hotel was pleasant, the upper floors are surely preferable, but you must be able to walk up.. lll in all a good, safe location and nice staff. I wish they would have either put me in a better room or charged me less.

10/10 Excellent

Naurin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute best
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel if staying in Stone Town. Reception staff, especially Benjamin, was very helpful upon arrival, booking taxis and restaurant reservations. Pool is nice and breakfast was good as well. Would say prices in the shop were more like London and Paris prices, so stayed away from that, which is unfortunate as they have some nice bits.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudina fernandes

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love upendo house. Would book again

10/10 Excellent

CLEO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Upendo House for a week while in town for a conference. The room was very chic, comfortable for my week in Stone Town, and all the staff were very helpful and accommodating. While Stone Town is small and nothing is very far, Upendo House was very close to everything and easy to navigate to. The rooftop was beautiful with some of the best views I saw while in Stone Town. On my last day I had a deep tissue massage which was excellent and relaxing, much needed after my week of work!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Opubo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended stonetown stay
Comfortable stay, great shower, perfect location which is a stone throw from forodhani market, great views, great food and accomodating staff (special shout out to Benjamin who sorted out my travel needs and to the security man). The only feedback would be, please install a wardrobe to hang clothes and install a small shelf right next to the shower so that guests can easily reach their shower gel and sponge when having a shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023