Funguni, Malindi, Stone Town, Zanzibar City, Tanzania
#66 of 73 hotels in Zanzibar City
Guests' ChoiceBased on 117 hotel reviews
6.5Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.3
Location
6.9
Facilities
6.9
Staff
7.9
Value for money
7.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 August 2025
Wehyee
United StatesStaff could have been friendly. Was a bit pricey for value
Good location, very clean
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Ali
KenyaInconsistent internet connection Limited breakfast options Noisy location Noisy fan Leaking bathroom (repaired fast after complaining)
Location Rate
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Joyce
TanzaniaBreakfast should start at 7am
the planned time for breakfast to start at 8.30 am was challenging and not useful for people with work responsibilities and going to the rural areas the whole day
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Sandra
GreeceNo internet. Check in staff clueless. Photos on booking.com are not realistic.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Yussuf
South AfricaWiFi was on and off and need stronger AC
Did what a hotel needs to do. Fantastic bed to sleep on in a safe and quiet environment.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Mukeba
Democratic Republic of CongoThe location is not that great. not in a god view areas , you will be the only one walking around specially if you come back late. it was safe but you feel strange when you only see big truck next to the port. it is in stone town but a big boring
The Breakfast offered only pancakes , fruits an coffee. You have to buy water or any other things but there no varieties. Seating place for breakfast was not fine, could not feet 10 persons. The first room we got has an issue with the bathroom, they did chance us to next room that was much bigger and nice
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Itchef
TanzaniaWE KNOW YOU ARE HALLAL BUT PLEASE, LET'S HAVE A SIMPLE ENGLISH BREAKFAST, ROOMS TO HAVE A WORKING SATELITE CONNECTION
CLOSE TO THE CITY CENTRE, STAFF GOOD YUNUS IS THE BEST MANAGER. HE WILL COMMUNICATE FROM DAY 1 TO THE LAST DAY OF YOUR STAY,
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 15 January 2025
Ibtisam
OmanThe rooms were too small There was a small in the bathroom
The location was perfect, in stone town, near to the ferry station & the markets
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 11 January 2025
Ihab
Saudi ArabiaNoise from street,water from AC drops allover the night on the shinko roof sheet made a noise, poor breakfast
In the city center, the staff try to do their best to keep rooms clean
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Nicoletta
Cyprus1. Things refer to the description but not provided: Hair dryer Toiletries Body soap Bottle of water Clothes rack Safety box Balcony 2. Dark road at night 3. Near to the port,so if you need a quiet place especially from 5am and then not suggested.
Polite staff Clean rooms Ac worked properly Comfortable bed Walking distance to the Stown Town Value for money and suggested for solo travelers and short stays.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Joost
NetherlandsBecause of the more remote location the last part of the road is a bit dark for a standard tourist
Nice clean peacefull location in a less touristy part of the city with a nice sea view on the local harbour with small vishing vessels.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 4 January 2025
Elkana
TanzaniaNothing happened
Kidness of staff, breakfast was nice but need to add more delicious. The service was very good and i like it. I am planing ti be back at rumaisa hotel 🏨 next time
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Risley
KenyaThe staff were not that friendly atall. Plus the breakfast was not filling especially to a child.
The room was clean and a good sized balcony.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Makena
KenyaThe surrounding area that houses many containers, though there weren’t any moving trucks.
10mins walk to forodhani market.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Archie
South AfricaThe Sewage pipes and their shower isn’t taking out hot water
Everything is not far away to the property, I mean if you need food to eat is a walking distance to get variety of food to eat and alcohol to drink
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2024
Obakeng
TanzaniaNo bar fridge other rooms
Its in the central Very clean and good to host groups
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 23 December 2024
Fatmah
United KingdomThe beddings and towel did not have a properly washed scent and looked stained. The rooms smelt of dust most likely from the curtains. The breakfast consisted of a handful of things and not a variety (bread, pancake/chapati, salad, pineapple chunks, Rosella juice, tea, eggs). The sink to wash your hands was located outside. The dishes were not properly washed up and the food area smelt of dust from the unwashed tablecloths. The powdered milk was getting refilled only quarterly. There was maintenance getting done involving drilling past 10pm which was very inconvenient especially with small kids.
The location is convenient for activities within the city. The staff were friendly. The hot water tank worked though for a big family the water would get cold before you’re all done. The room was big enough.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 24 November 2024
Veronica
RomaniaTo small the room
Location near market
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 November 2024
Žan
SloveniaKind people and good breakfast.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 30 October 2024
Dudu
South AfricaBreakfast juice with no ice
The room was clean
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 15 October 2024
Lucy
TanzaniaBreakfast time. Until 8.30 in the morning, it was not ready yet. And The kitchen closed at 2p.m during the day
Cleanliness and friendly treatment of the receptionist.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 29 September 2024
Ethel
TanzaniaEverything was good
The staff were friendly
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Dineo
South AfricaThey don’t have bins in the rooms, no coffee station in the rooms as well. The night guard was so drunk, he could barely walk properly nor speak. So the security during the first night was questionable
I liked the room
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Lucy
UgandaThey could provide kettle and cups in each room. Also provide some hangers for clothes. Also it would be good to have a glass or two in the bathroom next to the sink for guests to place toothbrush/toothpaste.
The rooms were clean and spacious. The bathroom was also spacious and clean.
Stayed in September 2024
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