Jafferji House
"Jafferji House & Spa is located in the heart of Zanzibar's historical Stone Town at 170 Gizenga Street. Built in 1912, it is now recognized as an exclusive boutique hotel on the Island. By combining colonial style and elegance, sophistication and charm, Jafferji House & Spa redefines the boutique hotel experience with its uniquely styled chic and spacious rooms offering the upmost in comfort on Zanzibar. It is a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers who take delight in exploring the sights, sounds and style of Zanzibar and Stone Town. From the suites to the restaurants as well as the public areas and courtyards, the array of beautiful antiques, woodwork and art delicately placed makes for an overwhelming entrance to all eyes"
Guest scores & sentiment
From 295 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-19
Guests consistently praise the prime Stone Town location and the hotel’s unique heritage architecture and eclectic decor. Breakfast and many staff members receive positive remarks. Drawbacks include inconsistent service and front-desk coverage, poor WiFi due to thick stone walls, street noise and thin soundproofing, some dark or poorly ventilated rooms, and occasional cleanliness or maintenance issues.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYIdeal for travelers seeking a historic, art-filled boutique stay in Stone Town. Request windowed, non-street-facing rooms, verify AC and WiFi reliability, and manage expectations regarding service consistency and breakfast format.
Room types · 3
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Superior Suite
This air-conditioned suite comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathroom includes free toiletries.
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Signature Suite
<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>161 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Partially open bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and designer toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Smoking And Non-Smoking</p>
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Executive Suite
This air-conditioned suite comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathroom includes free toiletries.
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All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
Nearby & map
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