Emerson on Hurumzi

3.5 star property
Explore Zanzibar’s historic charm while enjoying evenings of entertainment and afternoons of relaxing in a beautiful garden.
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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

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Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room (Rose)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room (Seyyed)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room (Blue)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room (Zenana)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 44 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room (Tour)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Hurumzi St, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 1 min walk
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 4 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk
  • Slave Market - 6 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 22 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Emerson on Hurumzi

Enjoy your visit to Zanzibar Town with a stay at Emerson on Hurumzi. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Tea House Restaurant, which serves Middle Eastern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • 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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Beach nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1870
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Art gallery on site
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Tea House Restaurant - This theme restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Art Gallery & Café - This pub overlooks the garden. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Emerson on Hurumzi Hotel
Emerson on Hurumzi Zanzibar Town
Emerson on Hurumzi Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Emerson on Hurumzi?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Emerson on Hurumzi?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Emerson on Hurumzi.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Emerson on Hurumzi?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerson on Hurumzi?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Emerson on Hurumzi and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours and scuba diving. Emerson on Hurumzi also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Emerson on Hurumzi?

Yes, Tea House Restaurant offers Middle Eastern cuisine and garden views.

Does Emerson on Hurumzi have rooms with private spa tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Emerson on Hurumzi like?

Emerson on Hurumzi is located near Shangani Beach in Stone Town, a short 1-minute walk from House of Wonders and 5 minutes' walk from Forodhani Gardens.

Emerson on Hurumzi Reviews