Title: Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&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 Vacation home in Zanzibar Town ## Photo gallery for Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town ![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=598&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/bad1f409.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/b6d3c14d.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/d74f35ef.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) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town provides everything you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities ## 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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ![2 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119530000/119522600/119522591/e74246e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Annex Sarova Homestay Sansibar - Washer CA $43 CA $70 total includes taxes & fees Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=119522591&PinnedHotelID=119522591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51050000/51046600/51046570/w1024h571x0y56-8e34ac5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ahmamtum Unit 3 . 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special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Onsite 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 ## About the area ![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 - Masingini Forest \- 4 min drive \- 2.3 km - Slave Market \- 8 min drive \- 7.4 km - Forodhani Gardens \- 8 min drive \- 7.8 km - Shangani Beach \- 8 min drive \- 8.2 km - Old Fort \- 8 min drive \- 8.2 km #### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min drive - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min drive - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬6 min drive - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Charming Zanzibari Retreat: 5 Mins to Beach, 15 Mins to Stone Town? ### 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? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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