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Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools

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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Courtyard
Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View
Children's play area - indoor
Junior Suite, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service
The price is CA $147
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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Freddie Mercury Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Family Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Standard Double Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Standard Triple Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Beach View

Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Annex Building | View from room

Standard Twin Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Presidential Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Annex Building

Family Room, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Double Room, Balcony, City View

Double Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town, 25524

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk
  • House of Wonders - 6 min walk
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tembo House Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Old Fort
Located close to Forodhani Gardens and House of Wonders, Tembo House Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial, or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Tembo Bahari Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, 1 meeting room, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tembo Bahari Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 161 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1992
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 10 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Tembo House Hotel Apartments Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Zanzibar Town
Tembo House
Tembo House Hotel Hotel
Tembo House Hotel Apartments
Tembo House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Tembo House Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Tembo House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access starts at 8:00 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at Tembo House Hotel?

As of Sept 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tembo House Hotel on Oct 1, 2024 start from CA $146.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tembo House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tembo House Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tembo House Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Tembo House Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tembo House Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, and Nakupenda Beach. Hamamni Persian Baths and House of Wonders are also within 10 minutes.

Tembo House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 688 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful architecture and history, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quality of facility need to be updated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet Robin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and beautiful views at the ocean. I definitely will stay there again and again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Neelufaur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view from the property and location is great right in stone town. We were surprised with an extra charge for an additional person as the booking had 2 adults in a triple room but it was supposed to be 3 adults in a triple room. Also beware, there are taxes to be paid on site also. Other than these surprise charges we had a lovely stay at Tembo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EIJI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in Stone Town Center, and it was easy to explore town, and to reach ferry terminal by walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is on the beach. Service is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charles, Kirkland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The good: Beautiful, well kept property Staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was very good Two pools were very nice Convenient location to all of Stonetown Lovely sunsets on the beach So-so: Dinner menu was unremarkable- we ate dinner there once and had much better elsewhere They tried to put us in a street view room despite our having paid for a sea view. They moved us once I complained No alcohol allowed on premises. Not a big deal to us but it was nice to have a drink with dinner elsewhere. For the price this is a great place to stay and we’d stay again. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

IAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zanzibar is challenging to tour and relies mostly on expensive taxis. Therefore we found it far better to stay central in the island in the fabulous Stonetown capital. The best 'traditional' hotel by a mile is the historic Tembo House Hotel. Situated on the coast with private beach, two swimming pools and views of the small coastal boats to die for. Rooms were spacious and cleaned each day, Lots of choice at Buffet style breakfast. Downside was that the hotel does not sell any Alcohol but all the bars and hotels just 2-minutes walk away do - the terraced South Africa Fish Market restaurant which overlooks the sea has ambient chill music and excellent food. The Tembo House restaurant meals are not recommended and the staff are very noisy even at 2am in the morning which spoils it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend this place. It’s convenient. Clean, good breakfast, and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milind

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great and friendly service and clean environment
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milind

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mohamedtaqi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Stonetown Zanzibar. Staff are very friendly, polite and welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a real authentic experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaWand

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historic hotel right on the beach in Stonetown. Spacious clean rooms. Generous breakfast buffet with large assortment of options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

KESHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old hotel. Very safe part of town and close to everything in town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is arguably the best place I’ve stayed. The staff were amazing. The location is quite lovely and the menu offers different options. I love it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Great Location
Check-In Time
12:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0