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Mama's House

Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking

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Standard Apartment
Standard Apartment | Private kitchenette
Reception
Standard Apartment | Private kitchenette
Scooter/moped

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mama's House

Apartment in Zanzibar Town with free parking
Concierge services, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk are available at this apartment building. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and multilingual staff are on-site. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a microwave, plus free WiFi and a Smart TV with digital channels. Added amenities include a fenced private garden, Netflix and a minibar.
Mama's House offers 4 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Dining

  • Minibar

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

Payment types at the property

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
  • Cleaning fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night.
  • Water fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mama's House Apartment
Mama's House Zanzibar Town
Mama's House Apartment Zanzibar Town

About the area

Map
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 00000

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • House of Wonders - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Old Fort - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Shangani Beach - 7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mama's House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mama's House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mama's House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mama's House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Mama's House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mama's House located?

Located in the heart of Zanzibar Town, this apartment building is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Masingini Forest and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Chapwani Island. Livingstone's House and Siso Spice Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Mama's House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024