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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near Old Fort

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
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Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view | View from room
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On the beach, white sand, beach shuttle, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Room service
The current price is AED 400
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr

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Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Freddie Mercury Apartment with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room with Balcony and Sea view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room with Balcony and Sea view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room with Balcony and Sea view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room at Annex building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room at Annex building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room with Balcony and City view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room with City view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room with City view

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room at Annex building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room at Annex building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite with Balcony and Beach view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Beach view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room at Annex building | View from room

Twin Room at Annex building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidental Suite with Balcony and Ocean view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room at Annex Building | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room at Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Double Room with Balcony and City view | Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room with Balcony and City view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • House of Wonders - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Old Fort
Located close to Forodhani Gardens and House of Wonders, Tembo House Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a foosball table, and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 161 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1992
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 10 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Tembo House Hotel Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Zanzibar Town
Tembo House
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Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Tembo House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tembo House Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tembo House Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tembo House Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, and Nakupenda Beach. Hamamni Persian Baths and House of Wonders are also within 10 minutes.

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Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 819 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 819 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 819 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 819 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 819 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquisette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view in the roof top pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sigrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tembo House Hotel is in a great walkable location. The staff is kind, friendly, and accommodating. The ocean-front view is incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good hotel for short stay of 2 or 3 days. Good location close to restaurants, shops and on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff made every effort to make sure we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azaan

Liked: Amenities
Thr property is very conveniently located in Stone Town. The staff was excellent and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great character property with beautiful bedrooms that are mostly individual. Great upstairs pool and elegant lounge salon in main building. Only minor issue is the road facing rooms above the entrance has several elderly men who talk incessantly 18 hours a day in a loud booming voice, but there in nothing the hotel can do about that. Beach Breakfast area with its world class view lacks elegant chairs that lessens its leisurely appeal. I had to remind myself all the time I was in a 4 star hotel with a top expensive 5 star next door, The Tembo Hotel is good value for money that could offer more for minimal cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanuealdo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach in StoneTown .This hotel is unmatched for location as well as service. Friendly and caring staff who are happy to assist with all your needs. Rooms were clean and comfortable with air-conditioned, a mini fridge, and kettle with coffee and tea provided. Great pool areas which were well maintained. A charming place with lots of history. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Stone Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the beach. Two lovely pools. Great food but unfortunately does not sell alcohol.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Abe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept with antique feeling and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an issue with a missing wallet and Issac, a waiter, was most helpful in phoning our driver of the day, searching the premises and accompanying me to my room for a detailed search at which point the wallet was recovered. He was very resourceful and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel! Happy I have chose this hotel to stay in the city! Walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was older. There was no elevator to go from floor to floor. But some may see this as having character. Hotel was clean. Was in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beachfront historical property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rubina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this property. The hospitality of the staff in all areas, the open lay out of the property and proximity of dining to the ocean, the clean and beautiful rooms, and the quality and variety of food options at the breakfast buffet. The property is perfectly located at walking distance to shops, restaurants and main markets. I would definitely stay here again without a doubt. A big thank you to Tembo House!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building. Close to local attractions. Good food. Walkable. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is centrally located with amenities and wonderful service. We have a stayed here before and came back because of location and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. Hotel was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ebba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have atleast three hotel complex so its a bit hard to know which one of those you are in. But I liked the hotel and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025