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The Africa House Hotel

2.5 of 5
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Tanzania
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The Africa House Hotel
Ranked #20 of 29 hotels in Stone Town
3.5 of 5 stars 78 Reviews
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Moroto, Uganda
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012
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I had visited Zanzibar some years back and one of the things that had stuck in my mind was a sundowner on the raised veranda of Africa House Hotel and now back with my family I also wanted them to share this experience. It did not disappoint! We got there before 6pm and if you want a good seat you... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I was stayed at Africa House for two weeks while on business in Stone Town. The place has an amazing charm. I was greeted every morning for breakfast and each sunset by polite staff and management. The service right from Reception, to the Bar and Restaurant and as well house keeping at Africa House is very warm and friendly. Apart... More

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London
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Booked through www.zanzibar-islands.com and had asked for an airport pick-up, which didn't arrive. No problem and we just got a cab instead (very easy from airport). When we arrived they were mortified and very apologetic and could not have done more to be courteous, welcoming and friendly from then on. Things maybe take longer to explain/sort out that in other... More

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traveling cat
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

We headed over to Africa House for the bar because everyone had told us they had a great view for the sunset. The bar was full of people all there for the same reason. We arrived around 6:00 and had some drinks and sat on the balcony and watched the sunset. The restaurant opened around 7 (maybe 7:30, don't remember... More

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Dundee, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Watching the sun set from the balcony of Africa house is truly stunning and not to be missed when in stone town. The food was good too and the staff friendly. More

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NJ
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82 reviews 82 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

Beautiful view especially at sunset. Boats cruising into port. Little pricy but worth a visit even just for a a drink, though the burger is pretty good....enjoy More

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Zakynthos, Greece
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

I did a few solo visits to this bar to sunbathe with a nice glass of wine in the afternoon. The staff if you got to know them were fine and being alone when I visited were polite and got to know me. Some evenings our group stayed in the bar until quite late and all the staff were pleasant.... More

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Mwanza, Tanzania
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012

My family and I spent two nights in the Royal Delux suite on the first floor. The staff at Africa House was polite, friendly and eager to assist us for every need. The room was big enough and nicely decorated.It was a perfect ending to a two week vacation while travelling with small children. The bar was a nice atmosphere... More

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Würzburg
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012
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This hotel must be avoided! From the moment we arrived we could not wait to get out of there! Dirt everywhere, untrained and rude staff, overpriced and bad food. There is no reason to spoil your vacation by staying at the Africa House!! More

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Address: Shangani Street, Stone Town, Tanzania
Price range (per night):* RM317 - 791

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