Title: Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6143849&destination=Zanzibar+Town%2C+Mjini+Magharibi+Region%2C+Tanzania&selected=106372993&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town ## Photo gallery for Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town ![Terrace/patio - Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town (Sharifumsa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106373000/106372993/adfd89cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town (Sharifumsa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106373000/106372993/cc2e2b09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town (Sharifumsa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106373000/106372993/613535f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper - Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town (Sharifumsa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106373000/106372993/181447ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town (Sharifumsa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106373000/106372993/f356e26d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town provides everything that you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities £45 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town Welcome to Mama's House, nestled in a traditional Zanzibari neighborhood just 5 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes from Stone Town. Our property features four beautifully decorated rooms, each with a queen bed, private bathroom, and traditional Zanzibari decor that exudes minimalist elegance. Three of the rooms are equipped with private kitchenettes, including a microwave, stove, mini fridge, kettle, and utensils, offering convenience for longer stays. All rooms feature modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, smart TV, and hot water. Guests can enjoy housekeeping and laundry services, as well as transfers and local tours. We offer parking for our guests and ask that you dress modestly while in the neighborhood, respecting the local Muslim culture. Please also keep noise levels down after 10 pm. Check-in is at 1 pm and check-out is at 10 am. Experience the blend of modern comfort and traditional Zanzibari hospitality at Mama's House—your serene retreat awaits! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Food and drink - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ## Similar properties ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105800000/105794200/105794137/e835f157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hanaia House Stone Town - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping 9.0 Wonderful 36 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=105794137&PinnedHotelID=105794137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98220000/98213700/98213636/9521b543.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flamingo Guest House Stone Town - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 8.6 Excellent 19 reviews £11 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=98213636&PinnedHotelID=98213636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115366400/115366396/3e5e0396.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tarawanda House By Stawi Stone Town - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Housekeeping 7.2 Good 5 reviews £35 includes taxes & fees 4 Apr - 5 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=115366396&PinnedHotelID=115366396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95960000/95954400/95954317/6f64b4b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Neisha Hotel Zanzibar Stone Town - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services - Laundry room 7.4 Good 16 reviews £23 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=95954317&PinnedHotelID=95954317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63860000/63851000/63850904/0c21e7a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Manor House by Sansi Zanzibar Town - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Laundry room 7.4 Good 6 reviews £40 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=63850904&PinnedHotelID=63850904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90350000/90340800/90340734/d6b9bc5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horizon Palace Stone Town - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 7.2 Good 29 reviews £56 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=90340734&PinnedHotelID=90340734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Zanzibar Town is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Masingini Forest and Forodhani Gardens, while Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are cultural highlights. Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zanzibar-Town.dx6143849) [View more Holiday homes in Zanzibar Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zanzibar-Town-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6143849-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.11754%2C39.21512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WnlWxpOr_pQNjYKQhonxBGdSuSo=) Sharifumsa, Mjini Magharibi Region ### What's nearby - ![Slave Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120012/d9503427-28a6-4f3f-b6c5-2cf7c286614c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Slave Market 8 min drive \- 4.6 miles - ![Forodhani Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120014/90defd7d-e3c9-49ac-b4e9-3f5f4d5bb4d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Forodhani Gardens 8 min drive \- 4.9 miles - ![Shangani Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143861/f9b1d75c-7fd2-425c-a8ce-3cf39682c9b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shangani Beach 8 min drive \- 5.1 miles - ![Old Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120008/c5b3d952-5bae-4027-a200-65434844f8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Old Fort 8 min drive \- 5.1 miles - Masingini Forest 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Forodhani Park 7 min drive - Lukmaan Restaurant 7 min drive - Stone Town 8 min drive - House of Karafuu 7 min drive - Secret Garden 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town? ### What time is check-out at Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town? ### Where is Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town located? ## Have a question? 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