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Tembo Palace Hotel

Zanzibar , Shangani/forodhani Street (Show on Map)

8.2

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Tembo Palace Hotel in Stone Town, Zanzibar is a charming and well-maintained hotel with a privileged location in the heart of the old city overlooking the sea. Guests rave about the hotel's proximity to the city's main attractions, its direct access to its own beach and its lovely pools. The breakfast selection is diverse and of good quality and the rooms are comfortable, clean and spacious with some offering lovely views of the surroundings. The hotel staff is friendly, helpful and attentive with the FnB manager specifically praised for his exceptional care and service. The pool area is fantastic with three different pools available for guests to use, including a rooftop infinity pool with breathtaking views of the beach. The hotel is family-friendly with spacious rooms and affordable options across the street with full access to their beachfront facilities. The beds are safe and comfortable, providing a good night's sleep. Overall, the Tembo Palace Hotel is a lovely and clean hotel with excellent facilities and a great location, making it a worthwhile stay for any traveler.
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Room Types

Superior Twin Room Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Superior Double Room The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a tiled floor and a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Triple Room The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Suite The family room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 3 beds.

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Guest Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Location

The Tembo Palace Hotel in Stone Town, Zanzibar boasts one of the best and oldest locations in town, situated in the heart of the old city overlooking the sea. It's a perfect location for exploring the city on foot and visiting its main attractions, such as Freddie Mercury museum. The hotel has direct access to its own beach and is within walking distance to restaurants, markets and popular locations. Guests rave about the location, calling it perfect, excellent, fantastic and hitting the bullseye. The hotel's charm and proximity to the heart of the city also win over visitors. Many enjoy taking breakfast facing the ocean and others appreciate the lovely pools and beach access. Overall, the Tembo Palace Hotel is blessed with a privileged location that adds an extra layer of enjoyment to any vacation.

Breakfast

Guests at Tembo Palace Hotel seem to agree that the breakfast selection is generally good. Many guests describe the breakfast as being diverse with plenty of options to choose from. Some guests rave about the quality of the food and the international and local influences found in the buffet. A few guests specifically mention the location of the restaurant with some even complimenting the view while eating breakfast. Overall, the breakfast at Tembo Palace Hotel appears to be a positive experience for most guests.

Rooms

The Tembo Palace Hotel offers comfortable, clean and spacious rooms to its guests. Although some rooms may be slightly outdated, they are well maintained and equipped with air conditioning or ceiling fans. The hotel has a beautiful colonial building, but some guests have been accommodated in separate buildings nearby. The size of the rooms varies, but many are extremely spacious, ideal for families or groups. Some rooms offer lovely views of the surroundings and have beautiful colourful windows. Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene is a top priority in the hotel. Guests have praised the hotel staff for their friendly and helpful service. While some guests have complained about the size or location of their rooms, most are satisfied with their stay.

Beds

The beds at Tembo Palace Hotel have received high praises from guests. They provide a safe and comfortable sleeping experience with many guests raving about the huge and comfy beds. Some rooms even have more than one fan and air conditioning. However, a few guests did mention small and squeaky beds, but overall, the beds were a highlight of the hotel.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and well-maintained hotel, look no further than Tembo Palace Hotel. Guests rave about the cleanliness of the property and many specifically mentioned the very clean and spacious rooms and bathrooms. The facilities, including the pools, are also kept spotless. While one guest noted that the breakfast and meals area could be cleaner, overall the hotel is well managed and cleaned daily. The friendly staff adds to the positive experience at this lovely and clean hotel.

Staff

When it comes to customer service, the staff of Tembo Palace Hotel in Kenya truly stand out. Some guests describe them as "nice," "friendly," and "helpful," while others go further to call them "wonderful," "fabulous," and "fantastic." Regardless of the words used, it's clear that the staff at this hotel go above and beyond to make their guests feel welcome and comfortable. They are said to be attentive, understanding and always ready to offer assistance. Additionally, the FnB manager Abdul Aziz is specifically praised for his exceptional care and service. Overall, the staff of Tembo Palace Hotel is definitely a highlight of any stay there.

Pool

Tembo Palace Hotel boasts a fantastic pool area with three different pools available for guests to use, including a rooftop infinity pool with breathtaking views of the beach. The pools are generally clean and well-maintained and the lovely fountains add to the overall atmosphere. Some guests even had the pool all to themselves, providing a peaceful and relaxing experience. The hotel's location is excellent with proximity to the beach and local culture and the pool area offers comfortable loungers and towels. However, some reviewers mentioned that the pools and lounges can become crowded, especially during peak times. Despite this, guests can still enjoy the hotel's charm and convenience with options for rooftop or mid-level pools available for their enjoyment.

Beach

The Tembo Palace Hotel is a wonderful beachfront property that offers guests the chance to step out of their room and onto the sand. The hotel's mini-private beach is equipped with sun lounges and allows guests to have their meals right beside the water. Some guests mentioned that they enjoyed watching local boats by the shore and were able to easily access nearby island excursions. The location of the hotel is excellent as it is situated in the heart of Stone town, making it easy to explore the town on foot. The hotel is a lovely place to stay with direct access to the beach and being able to eat facing the sea is a nice addition. Some guests found the street vendors a bit too persistent, but overall enjoyed their beachside stay.

Family

Looking for a family-friendly hotel for your next vacation? Look no further than Tembo Palace Hotel! Guests rave about the spacious rooms, particularly the family rooms with a separate seating area and large bathrooms. Even if you're traveling with young children, you'll have plenty of space to spread out and relax. Plus, the hotel offers affordable options across the street with full access to their beachfront facilities. Many families have rented multiple rooms with one even accommodating 5 children! If you're planning a family vacation, Tembo Palace Hotel comes totally recommended.

Outdoor Pool

Tembo Palace Hotel offers guests the luxurious opportunity to enjoy three pools, including an infinity pool on the rooftop with breathtaking views of the beach. The pool area is described as pleasant and perfect for hot weather. The small pool in the annex is a convenient addition. Guests appreciate being able to have discretion while still enjoying the sun at either of the two pools located in the middle and on the roof. The rooftop infinity pool offers a stunning view of the sea, which is also visible from the Dachterrassen-Infinity-Pool. Despite the need to cross the street to reach the pool and dining area, the good location and nice pool make the hotel worthwhile. Both breakfast and the pool are noted as good, making for a nice stay at this charming hotel.

Yes, Tembo Palace Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Tembo Palace Hotel.

No, Tembo Palace Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Tembo Palace Hotel.

No, Tembo Palace Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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