Title: Rafiki Apartment Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rafiki Apartment Hotel Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/w1561h1011x5y0-8e76eec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/e92d35d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/24e0cd81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/w1510h1020x0y0-4dc327c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/56726573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Stone Town, Rafiki Apartment Hotel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Connect to WiFi, plan your day with tour/ticket assistance, and enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 26 - Oct. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 27 - Oct. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=104549998&PinnedHotelID=104549998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Comfort Double Room, City View | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/0b76a0cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, City View ### Highlights Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Classic Triple Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/w689h1017x4y0-c7ad30c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room, City View ### Highlights Separate dining area Mini-fridge Private bathroom Microwave Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Large Twin Bed ![Quadruple Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104550000/104550000/104549998/w1510h1020x0y0-4dc327c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, City View ### Highlights Separate dining area Mini-fridge Private bathroom Microwave Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Rafiki-Apartment-Hotel.h104549998.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Rafiki-Apartment-Hotel.h104549998.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town, is home to Rafiki Apartment Hotel. Slave Market and Hamamni Persian Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kidichi Spice Farm. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town.dx6143849) ![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-6.16233%2C39.19329&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VBi60rTmJthG-zGVE2nrvWznewU=) Mkunazini Street, Zanzibar Town ### What's nearby - Slave Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Shangani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Old Fort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km ### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬8 min walk - ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬14 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min walk - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬9 min walk - ‪Secret Garden - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Rafiki Apartment Hotel Hotel located in Stone Town Rafiki Apartment Hotel provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Rafiki Apartment Hotel boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 5.2 9 reviews CA $38 CA $44 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## 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: EUR 3.41 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rafiki Apartment Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Apartment Hotel? > As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Apartment Hotel on Oct 27, 2025 start from CA $31.84, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Rafiki-Apartment-Hotel.h104549998.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Rafiki Apartment Hotel? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Rafiki Apartment Hotel? > Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Rafiki Apartment Hotel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Rafiki Apartment Hotel located? > Located in Stone Town, this hotel is steps from Darajani Market, Slave Market, and Christ Church Cathedral. Shakti Temple and Hamamni Persian Baths are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rafiki Apartment Hotel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Setting in a lively and interesting area of stonetown, Darajani Market. Simple clean rooms with bathroom and shower, good air conditioning. Staff were very kind and helpful. Good value for low-cost. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Abdulelah Nov 19, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness The property is poorly managed. Some staff members do not speak English. The sink for hand wash was not working. 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