Zanzibar Coffee House
Hotel in Zanzibar
Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.
A historic coffee-themed townhouse tucked into the lanes of Stone Town.
Zanzibar Coffee House Zanzibar City is a small boutique hotel set inside one of Stone Town’s oldest Arabic buildings, dating back to the late 19th century. The property blends preserved heritage features—thick stone walls, carved doors, and antique furnishings—with a relaxed, intimate hotel experience. Its scale is deliberately small, allowing the building’s history and character to remain the focus rather than modern excess.
The hotel is known for its connection to coffee culture, anchored by a ground-floor café serving locally roasted blends and handcrafted drinks. Guest rooms are individually styled and spread across multiple levels, each reflecting a different coffee theme. Above the city, a rooftop terrace hosts daily breakfast and offers views across Stone Town’s rooftops and minarets.
Located within walking distance of markets, museums, and the waterfront, Zanzibar Coffee House Zanzibar City appeals to travellers seeking atmosphere, originality, and a sense of place rather than conventional hotel formality.
Stay in Zanzibar - Rooms for Every Budget
In every room: Air conditioning · Bath or Shower · Complimentary drinking water · Mosquito net
2 Single beds
216 ft²
This room has 2 separate single beds, draped with mosquito nets and a private bathroom on the hall.
1 Double bed
227 ft²
This room has wooden furniture and features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. The room has a private bathroom on the hall.
1 Single bed
162 ft²
This cozy room features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. The private bathroom is in the nearby hall. The bed can be set up to accommodate 2 guests on request. Charges may apply.
1 King bed
399 ft²
This spacious suite features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. It has an Arabic-style seating area and private bathroom. Please note that the price is based on either single or double occupancy. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
1 Double bed
377 ft²
This spacious suite features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. It has a closet and an private bathroom. Please note that the price is based on either single or double occupancy. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
1 King bed
345 ft²
Decorated in blue with gold details, this unit features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net and an private bathroom. There are 2 extra beds in this room. Please note that the price is based on either single or double occupancy. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).
1 Double bed
270 ft²
This room features a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net and en private bathroom.
2 Single beds
270 ft²
This room has 2 separate single beds, draped with mosquito nets and an private bathroom.
Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback
Zanzibar Coffee House is on Mkunazini Street in Zanzibar. Its street address is Mkunazini Street 1563/64. Rooms with two single beds have separate beds.
Summary of recent guest reviews
Breakfast on the rooftop terrace pairs Stone Town views with excellent coffee, a recurring favourite at this historic coffee house. Guests also praise its traditional decor and coffee artefacts, which give the rooms and shared spaces a distinct sense of place.
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Explore Zanzibar
This part of Stone Town sits just off the main thoroughfares, with narrow alleyways, historic houses, and everyday local life unfolding nearby.
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The neighbourhood is lively during the day and quieter at night, shaped by foot traffic, shops, and residential streets rather than large hotels.
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Has a wonderful vibe in a great building with beautiful decoration and excellent coffee! The roof terrace is such a treat. All the staff were fantastic and our room was huge!
Great location. Loved the upstairs balcony. Very friendly staff with night security. Felt very safe.
Charming 8 room B&B in Stone Town. The whole stay was wonderful. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. They set up tours, transfers and even booked me a day room in-house since I had an evening flight on my last day. The food was very good and fresh. The view up on the roof terrace was so pretty and peaceful. Each room is decorated so cute and it was very clean. Would definitely stay here again. It’s close to lots of shops and restaurants.
