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Reviews of Jafferji House

4 out of 5
Jafferji House
170 Gizenga Street, Zanzibar Town

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 180 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 180 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 180 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 180 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 180 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Patrick, Dulles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great experience but Air conditioner was not working my entire stay. I originally purchased a superior room but was offered a single without compensation or adjustment for what I paid. Was ultimately given the room I paid for yet without functioning air conditioning. This made my stay very comfortable especially considering the high heat and humidity in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from mwana Mohammed on Feb 13, 2024
Dear Patrick Thank you very much for choosing our hotel as your holiday destination and for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are also very sorry that you had some negative experience, we will do our best to fix some of it. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back. Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management.

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and helpful. The hotel was very clean. Rooms were good size.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from mwana Mohammed on Feb 13, 2024
Dear Laura Greetings from Jafferji House and thank you for choosing our property while you visited Zanzibar thank you for the positive review and we are looking forward to host anytime

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We wanted to stay in Stonetown in an authentic hotel. Dating from the 1880s we found our place. It was just down a very narrow street from the Freddy Mercury House. It helped to have their staff pick us up from the airport. The rooftop restaurant had a great view of the ocean and town. We ate the special dinner. It was expensive but with so many authentic courses and flavors it was well worth. This is not a glamorous place, but very real. The AC worked well and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very helpful with everything we needed. Good location within Stonetown. Walkable distance to a lot of historical sites and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Nov 14, 2023
Dear Jana Greetings to you thank you for staying with us at Jafferji House and taking the time to review our property. we look forward to welcoming you back again Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nostalgic and romantic perfectly positioned to tour Stone Town. Best part was Manal at the front desk. She was so friendly and helped us with so many things during our stay. The hotel should pay her more money cause she is worth her wait in gold!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from mwana Mohamed on Nov 14, 2023
Dear Greetings to you thank you for staying with us at Jafferji House and taking the time to review our property. we look forward to welcoming you back again Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, except the noise coming from other rooms. I was in the Out of Africa room and could hear loud footsteps and conversations of the people above me at 4am. I think the walls must be very thin. Otherwise, very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from mwana Mohamed on Nov 14, 2023
DearDouglas Greetings to you thank you for staying with us at Jafferji House and taking the time to review our property. we look forward to welcoming you back again Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from mwana Mohamed on Nov 14, 2023
Dear Lukasz Greetings to you thank you for staying with us at Jafferji House and taking the time to review our property. we look forward to welcoming you back again Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Nov 13, 2023
Dear Rachel Greetings to you thank you for staying with us at Jafferji House and taking the time to review our property. we look forward to welcoming you back again Your Sincerely Jafferji House Management

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Dulles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Another great “go to” property in Stone Town”! Rooms were comfortable with it’s own and unique Art/Decor. Perched in heart of Stone Town for those who prefer “proximity” to all that Stone Town has to offer and want be close to the “heartbeat” of Stone Town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Aug 14, 2023
thank you

6/10 Okay

Aleksandra

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Guest relation on Aug 24, 2023
Thank you very much for choosing our hotel as your holiday destination and for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are also very sorry that you had some negative experience, we will do our best to fix some of it. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back.

8/10 Good

Michaela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Accommodation with atmosphere
The accommodation is located right in the center of Stone Town in narrow streets. It definitely has an atmosphere. Very helpful worker at the reception and the view at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Response from Guest relation on Feb 1, 2023
Thank you very much for choosing our hotel as your holiday destination and for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and it would be pleasured to welcoming you back.

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Sep 5, 2022
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Stone Town. The hotel is full of antiques and quirky details. Easy walk to the waterfront, many shops, the night market. The rooftop breakfast is lovely. Room was comfortable, with good AC and comfortable bed. Spotty wi-fi.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from Umme Noorani on Jun 14, 2022
Thank you for your positive feedback, looking forward to see you again when you visit Zanzibar!

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Feb 7, 2022
thans for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Nice hotel friendly stay and perfect location for exploring stone town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Oct 25, 2021
thanks for the positive review

6/10 Okay

Anjan

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely place with old decor. Looks lovely for those who kovev
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Jun 2, 2021
Thank you for positive feedback we are looking forward to see you anytime when you will arrive Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay in the heart of Stonetown
We had an amazing stay at the Jafferji house. The service was attentive and they gave us some advice for restaurants and to buy our ferry tickets. Location just around the fort is excellent (we were really close to everything we wanted to see), and the building is beautiful ! If I go again in Zanzibar one day, I would definitely choose to stay there. Asante sana !
Out of Africa room
Inner garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique hotel! There are lots of antiques and interesting items throughout the hotel. The rooftop view at breakfast was very nice. We stayed in the Mercury Suite which was nice except that there was no phone and reception was a bit of a walk (no elevator). Also the only mirrors were in the upstairs loft (with no outlets nearby). The water in the shower never got very warm no matter how long we let it run, but it was fine in the sinks. Very centrally located hotel and close to a taxi stand.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Dec 22, 2020
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jafferji House sits on a quiet back street surrounded by small shops on the entry side and backs up to the Old Fort. You are right in the middle of all of the action, yet secluded from the hustle and bustle. I stayed in the Stanely Suite and it was perfect for me as a solo traveler--it could work for a cozy couple as well. The decor is authentic Swahili mix and was the reason I chose the hotel, I was not disappointed! There are several common areas to sit, relax, read and there is no shortage of books to borrow! The rooftop restaurant was my favorite spot in Stone Town as from there you have a birds-eye view of the Old Fort, Forodhani Park, the House of Wonders and the Zanzibar Channel Islands. The food is fresh, made to order and affordable--the best I had on my trip! The staff is welcoming, helpful and I enjoyed chatting with them. I stayed 4 nights and would have stayed longer but they were booked. Keep in mind this is an old family home and has that "lived-in" feel. I absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from MWANA MOHAMED on Jan 4, 2020
Thankyou for sharing a positive review with us we are glad you enjoyed staying with us looking forward to see you next time when you will arrive stonetown

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique decor. Manager Mwana was extremely nice and attentive. Lady at check was not very friendly. Man at door and man at check in counter were very welcoming. Unfortunately, our room smelled of sewer the entire visit. We woke up to a dead rat that my husband almost stepped on while he was taking photos. Room only had 25% left toilet paper roll left, no extras toilet paper provided in room. Would not ever stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Aug 24, 2019
Dear Sir/ Madam Thank you for the feedback and we will work on problems thank you once again for staying with us

8/10 Good

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully appointed rooms Staff friendly and HelpfulLots of interesting nooks and crannies for relaxing. On the minus side hotel arranged tours are expensive and a5% surcharge is added for credit card purchases
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for the feedback well received on behalf of Jafferji House and Spa we real appreciated. thank you once again for stayed with us looking forward to welcoming you next time while you will visit Zanzibar. Regards, Mwana

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional and antique and preserved the original structure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Jul 24, 2019
Thank you for the feedback well received on behalf of Jafferji House and Spa we real appreciated. thank you once again for stayed with us looking forward to welcoming you next time while you will visit Zanzibar. Regards, Mwana

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Apr 15, 2019
Thank you for taking time to review our property

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had one night at here staying in the Kama Sutra we were able to eventbrite open the safe before the manager arrived. Despite these small things we would stay here again. room. It’s quite the unique room to say the least. The staff was excellent and the food at the rooftop restaurant was delicious. The bed was a bit firm and the pillows a little too big and firm for our liking but overall we thought our room was great. We had one hiccup when our safe wouldn’t open early in the morning. The staff was quick to contact the manager who was off site. Fortunately
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Jan 8, 2019
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

4/10 Poor

Rob, Lusaka, Zambia

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
I thought I did my research on this one. My family was underwhelmed with this hotel. The website looks lovely, but the service was poor and there does not appear to be any management. We had issues with water for the shower throughout the three day stay in the Mercury Room Suite. Requests for support were often met with indifference. Never any apology. I could go on, but you can read my longer review on Tripadvisor.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Dec 3, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Tim., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique, lots of character, great ambiance. Central and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Dec 3, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

8/10 Good

Jesse

Hotel was ok
Good location. Hotel was ok If you like cocktails not the place as they have no ice only beer and wine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Sep 18, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

The rooms are spacious but dark and could use some freshening up. The staff was hit or miss, some were friendly and helpful but a number of them were inattentive and (literally) asleep on the job.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Mwana MOhamed on Sep 18, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests we will work on your complaint and improve our service We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

8/10 Good

Jesse

Women were friendly
Very strange they had no ice for cocktails. The women were very nice but the night staff not so nice. Not sure I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Sep 18, 2018
Dear Jesse, Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests, we will work on complain and improve our service . We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

6/10 Okay

Max, UAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent decor and ambience
Lovely themed rooms, Owner very friendly, right in the centre of everything you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Aug 29, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel, terrific location
Very friendly and comfortable hotel in a perfect location in the heart of Stone Town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Jul 9, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

8/10 Good

Always, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Each room is a different size/configuration. The quality of your stay definitely depends on which room you get. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Mwana Mohamed on Jul 9, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

nickjstamp, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A calm oasis in the middle of crazy Stone Town
We arrived after having toured Stone Town's markets and streets in the pouring rain, and Jafferji House provided a very welcome place to retreat and relax in comfort. Our room - Adnan - was lovely, and the other rooms we looked at were all furnished to a similar high standard. The rooftop restaurant is less restaurant, more rooftop, but that just gave it a certain charm and it is certainly a unique selling point for the hotel. Sadly, some of the staff were a little shy, lacking in confidence in English speaking, and consequently unable to provide the highest standards. One particular example was at breakfast where a choice of breakfast items was presented. We ordered, but it was only when my omelette arrived 30 minutes later that they announced that there were no pastries and no yoghurt available for my wife, leaving her with little choice but to request some toast (or order an omelette and suffer an additional 30 minute wait). I would still recommend it, and would still visit again, despite this.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Response from Mwana Mohammed on May 15, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

6/10 Okay

Sally, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Good value
Good value for the money, centrally located, good breakfast. The rooms are a bit fussy and overly decorated, but pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Mar 20, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
hot AC inadequate. Steps everywhere. Low ceilings
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Apr 24, 2018
Thank you for review, will work on it

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jafferji House - awesome!
We had an amazing stay at Jafferji House. The staff was very helpful. We had the Jafferji room which was off the charts with charm. Highly recommend it. Loved the outdoor area, so comfortable.
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Mar 20, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

pali, charleston SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem In the middle of stonetown.
Beautiful interior clean and very quaint Friendly staff Comfy bed Not on the beach but within 5 min of walking All major attractions within walkable distance
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Jan 31, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

8/10 Good

Claire, Zambia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay in the heart of Stone Town
Jafferji House and Spa is tucked into the heart of the winding streets of Stone Town. As such we got to experience the sights...all the beautiful doors, sounds....the calls to prayer, the sound of shop keepers opening for the day, mopeds in the streets and the smells of street foods being prepared. Stepping out of our hotel, our senses were bombarded as we experienced and were part of the life of the town. Stepping back into the hotel and our suite was a little oasis of luxury. The hotel is full of character as it is decorated with artefacts and beautiful photographs throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Mwana on Jan 3, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanziba

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent heart-of-the-city boutique hotel
Jafferji House was a wonderful experience from start to finish. When they say they’ll get whatever you need to make your stay comfortable, they truly mean it. For example at breakfast I asked for sweetener (explaining I’m diabetic) by the evening someone went to the market and bought some. The rooms are huge and beautiful — each one unique. Beds are firm and comfortable. The restaurant is lovely with a fantastic view. This is a five star experience. Things to note: there are no fridges in the rooms, however they will keep anything in the reception. My room didn’t have a telephone but WiFi is readily available everywhere and very good. There’s no lift. I stayed on the 2nd floor and found it no problem— they will help with bags. There are tea-making facilities. Enjoy! I wish I’d stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Jan 3, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanziba

4/10 Poor

A, toronto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is old
Hotel is beautiful but the facilities are very old. Not quite sure how this place got a 4.4 rating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Jan 31, 2018
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Asma, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite easily the best hotel I've ever stayed in!
This is a delightful house-style Hotel with an excellent location in the middle of Stone Town. It used to be a real family house, now converted into a number of suites with the most evocative names. It gives one the feeling of being a very privileged guest in a grand family home, yet with all the comforts of a 4/5-star hotel. I've travelled a fair amount and stayed in many hotels around the world, but nothing beats this one for its "old-world" character and charm. It may feel Old World but it provides thoroughly modern conveniences like a very good free WI FI. The only thing lacking for me was a fridge in my suite as I badly need one for my injections and other meds. There was enough space in our very large, two-level suite and I don't know why they don't include a fridge, or some kind of cold-box for water and other things. Also, It might be an idea to have some sort of sliding door or something for privacy in the bathroom. It was completely open-plan! Even so, I soon forgot this little inconvenience when I saw the rooftop dining area with a breathtaking view of the sea, the extremely helpful and friendly staff, the comfy beds and the efficient air-conditioning in the room. Also, had a non-smoking room but there were a number of open-air courtyards and a rooftop, where one could easily smoke. Felt extremely at home after 7 nights and was very sorry to be leave. This hotel would be my number-one recommendation for anyone visiting Zanzibar and I will most definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Dec 7, 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel; safe but chaotic neighbourhood
This is an exceptionally beautiful place with unique architecture and furnishings and every room done in a unique theme. The staff are very helpful and the rooftop restaurant is great. The only drawback is that the minute you walk out of the hotel, you've got five merchants trying to drag you into their souvenir shops, and if you stop for half a second to look at your map, then 10 people rush up trying to "help you". There's nothing dangerous going on here, it's not a big problem at all, just a little stressful when you have just arrived in Zanzibar. Within a day you'll know the winding alleys of Stone Town well, and once you walk like you know where you're going, they leave you alone. I still recommend this hotel highly, just be ready for a little hassle as you come and go, none of which is the hotel's fault. There are hotels nearby that are on quieter streets.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old building - dark room
Room without window. A bit rundown on the maintenance. The dinner was not very well cooked. Terrible breakfast. My impression is that the most places in Zanzibar do not have good chefs and that shows on the dinner. However the staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming authentic town house
Beautifully decorated great style, antique furniture, wonderful photographs and books throughout. Staff couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Oct 16, 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique. Gorgeous. Spacious. Convenient.
My stay at Jafferji was incredible from the very beginning to the very end. The front desk staff were so friendly and helpful. My room was incredibly beautiful and extremely spacious, with A/C, many channels on the TV, gorgeous decorative details, and a bathtub and shower that were heavenly. The cleaning staff were excellent, checking in on my room twice a day. One day I wasn't feeling well and I slept late and missed breakfast by about 20 minutes, but the staff cooked for me anyway. The hotel is right in the center of town, making it easily accessible by foot to most anywhere in StoneTown. When it rains, you can hear the rain on the tin roof. I felt it was a great value for the rate I paid. I just cannot say enough positive things about this hotel. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Oct 16, 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Dave, Seattle, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hotel in great Stone Town location
The Jefferji was a great choice for us for two nights. Unique and character-filled while being clean and comfortable, plus a great location. The only downsides: 1-2 of the front desk staff members weren't as forthcoming with offering good service as we usually experience, and the room has virtually no natural light. These didn't detract from an outstanding stay, however.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Oct 16, 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

4/10 Poor

PETER

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit uncomfortable
Don't expect much in terms of luxury or let the design deceive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Cheyenne Wy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in Stonetown
The Jaffergi house is a luxurious one of a kind experience. The antiques and decor allow you to imagine some of the history of Zanzibar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Mwana Mohammed on Oct 16, 2017
Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests and We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor and service of Jafferji House. Our team strive to meet our guest’s expectations and they were very proud to read your comments. We hope to welcome you back soon & send you our best wishes from Zanzibar