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Jafferji House
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8.4
/10
Very Good
192 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Mark
10.0
/ 10
This hotel is a beautiful old original Arab style house in stone town full of original features and decor. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. I rea example of a comfortable hotel with the genuine Swahili coast experience
Clement
10.0
/ 10
Beautiful heritage hotel in the center of Stone Town, close to many attractions. Room was super large and carefully decorated with local artifacts and furniture.
I loved the breakfast on the rooftop with a 365 degree view of the city! Special call to the staff who was very friendly, attentive and who helped us organize a car transfer to our next destination.
Stephen
10.0
/ 10
Jafferji House exceeded expectations as a historic location owned and decorated by a noted artistic figure, originally a family home, right in the centre of a World Heritage site. Individual rooms are in themselves notably special. The professionalism and dedication of the desk staff was the icing on a very rich experience.
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170 Gizenga Street, Shangani, Mjini, Mjini Magharibi, Tanzania
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170 Gizenga Street, Shangani, Mjini, Mjini Magharibi, Tanzania
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Staying at Jafferji House is a good choice when you are visiting Shangani.
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Hotel Services
- Laundry service
- Multilingual staff
- Front desk
- Tours
- Wedding service
- Concierge
Public Facilities
- Others
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free area
- Safety deposit box
General
- Terrace
- Rooftop terrace
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
Things to Do
- Garden
Transportation
- Area shuttle with surcharge
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Shuttle Service
- Airport transfer (surcharge)
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Jafferji House
Important Note
- Airport shuttle fee: TZS 50000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
From 14:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00
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General Information
Popular Facilities | Restaurant, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 14:00 - Before 10:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Jafferji House | 10 |
Number of floors in Jafferji House | 2 |
Another facilities in Jafferji House | Laundry service, Multilingual staff, Front desk, Tours, Wedding service |
Frequently asked questions about Jafferji House
What are available facilities at Jafferji House?
There are top facilites at Jafferji House such as Restaurant, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Jafferji House?
The standard check-in time at Jafferji House is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Jafferji House provide breakfast?
Yes, Jafferji House provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
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8.4
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8.8
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8.6
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8.6
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Mark
Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This hotel is a beautiful old original Arab style house in stone town full of original features and decor. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. I rea example of a comfortable hotel with the genuine Swahili coast experience
Marion
Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Jafferji is unique in style and the room were very spacious
Clement
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Beautiful heritage hotel in the center of Stone Town, close to many attractions. Room was super large and carefully decorated with local artifacts and furniture.
I loved the breakfast on the rooftop with a 365 degree view of the city! Special call to the staff who was very friendly, attentive and who helped us organize a car transfer to our next destination.
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Dirk
10.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Unique property. Kind staff. Good breakfast. Great aircon!
Stephen
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Jafferji House exceeded expectations as a historic location owned and decorated by a noted artistic figure, originally a family home, right in the centre of a World Heritage site. Individual rooms are in themselves notably special. The professionalism and dedication of the desk staff was the icing on a very rich experience.
Louisa
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Beautiful hotel right in the middle of all of the shops. Very convenient, quiet and comfortable.
Beautiful rooftop terrace!!
Dionna
Leisure with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This place was average. Very quaint and charming. Breakfast was lacking and the room linens didn't seem very clean. There were stains on the pillow cases and sitting areas. There's also a fee that that require in cash in addition to the regular payment and they hound you if you don't have cash to pay it right away. Overall, cute place but not really my kind of comfort.
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Kristin
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Jafferji House is located in the heart of Stone Town, conveniently located in the labyrinth of streets full of cool doors and shops catering to tourists. Jafferji House has a colonial era Africa vibe, filled with interesting antiques and curiosities. The rooftop breakfast dining room is a lovely peaceful spot to start the day, with 360 degree views of the town and the ocean. Rooms ate large and each one has unique charm. is unreliable. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. Accessibility note: this is an old mansion, so lots of stairs/uneven walkways.
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Sonia
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
It was eclectic however the air condition didn’t work so great. Other than that, it was quite lovely… assuming you’d like ethnic stylings… Which I do. It’s history.😀
Yonina
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
We had a wonderful stay at the Jafferji House. Rooms were large and clean, excellent AC and good wifi (although limited availability in the room, moreso in the lobby). Nice included rooftop breakfast and kind and helpful staff. Would definitely return!
Patrick
Leisure with Friends
4.0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
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Laura
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Staff were very nice and helpful. The hotel was very clean. Rooms were good size.
Thomas
8.0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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.
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jana
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 92 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The staff was very helpful with everything we needed. Good location within Stonetown. Walkable distance to a lot of historical sites and shopping.
Verified traveler
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 93 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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!
Verified traveler
8.0
/10
Reviewed 93 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
Patrick
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 99 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
Michaela
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 133 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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.
Kristin
Business and Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 165 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
Adam
10.0
/10
Reviewed 196 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Nice hotel friendly stay and perfect location for exploring stone town
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