Zanzibar Coffee House
of Stone Town
✨ A historic boutique hotel & café offering authentic charm and world-class coffee ✨
Located in the heart of Stone Town, Zanzibar Coffee House is a hidden gem that combines history, elegance, and coffee excellence. Housed in one of Zanzibar’s oldest buildings, this charming boutique hotel was built in 1885 by Sir Tharia Topan, Wazir to Sultan Said Bargash. Lovingly restored, it offers a magical and romantic retreat with its antique interiors, rich fabrics, and Swahili-Arabic charm.
Whether you’re staying in our boutique hotel or just stopping by for a cup of expertly brewed coffee, enjoy a breathtaking 360° panoramic view over the rooftops of Stone Town from our historic rooftop terrace.
🌟 The Zanzibar Coffee House Experience
✔ Authentic Boutique Stay – Stay in a historic Arabic house with beautifully designed rooms.
✔ Premium Coffee Excellence – Taste some of the finest Arabica coffee grown in Tanzania.
✔ Breathtaking Rooftop Views – Enjoy 360° views over Stone Town from our unique rooftop terrace.
✔ Convenient Location – Explore Stone Town’s markets, historic sites, and cultural gems just steps away.
🏨 Boutique Hotel – Stay in a Piece of History
Our eight individually designed rooms capture the essence of Zanzibar’s history, combining antique charm with modern comfort.
🏡 Room Features:
✔ Traditional Zanzibari four-poster beds with lavish mosquito nets
✔ Air-conditioning for comfort in Zanzibar’s tropical climate
✔ Antique furniture & rare lamps, preserving the building’s rich history
✔ Unique, elegant interiors with a warm and inviting atmosphere
🛏 Our Rooms:
- Espresso
- Mocchachino
- Cappuccino
- Macchiato
- Bourbon
- Caturra
- Excelsa
- Arabica
📍 Location: Right in the heart of Stone Town, perfect for exploring its narrow streets, vibrant markets, and historic sites.
☕ The Café – Taste Zanzibar’s Finest Coffee
Located on the ground floor, the Zanzibar Coffee House Café takes pride in serving “Coffee Excellence”. Our Arabica coffee is grown at Utengule Estate in Tanzania’s Southern Highlands, ensuring rich flavors and world-class quality.
☕ Signature Coffee Creations:
✔ Espresso & Macchiato – Bold, intense flavors for true coffee lovers
✔ Cappuccino & Mocchachino – Smooth and creamy, perfect for any time of day
✔ Arabica & Bourbon – Premium specialty coffee, carefully roasted for perfection
🥐 Delicious Bites:
✔ Freshly baked cakes & muffins
✔ Mini pizzas, wraps, and sandwiches
✔ Locally inspired sweet & savory treats
📅 Opening Hours:
🕗 Every day from 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
🌅 The Rooftop – 360° Views Over Stone Town
Step up to our historic rooftop terrace, a hidden oasis above bustling Mkunazini Street. This antique rooftop, unchanged for over 120 years, features original teak-wood doors, colorful window panes, and traditional balustrades.
Perfect for:
🌇 Sunset coffee moments
📸 Breathtaking panoramic views
☕ Relaxing with a cup of freshly brewed coffee
📅 Opening Hours:
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🚶♂️ Top Activities in & Around Zanzibar
Enhance your stay with these unforgettable experiences:
🏝 Stone Town Tour
📜 Explore the rich history of Stone Town with a custom-tailored half-day tour. Visit local markets, historic landmarks, and hidden alleys before enjoying a traditional Swahili lunch with a local family.
🌿 Spice Tour
🛕 Discover Zanzibar’s world-famous spices on a guided culinary and olfactory journey through spice plantations, learning about the island’s vibrant spice culture.
🦜 Jozani Forest
🐒 Meet the rare Red Colobus Monkeys, explore coral caves, and experience the mangrove forests of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.
🏖 Chumbe Island
🌊 Take a day trip to Chumbe Island, a stunning marine sanctuary. Enjoy snorkeling, guided nature walks, and breathtaking ocean views from the lighthouse.
📍 How to Get to Zanzibar Coffee House
🚢 Arrival by Ferry:
- The ferry from Dar es Salaam arrives several times a day, and the Coffee House is just a 10-minute walk from the Zanzibar Port.
✈️ Arrival by Air:
- Zanzibar International Airport is a 20-minute taxi ride from the Coffee House.
- Airport transfers can be arranged on request.
📍 Address:
🏠 The Zanzibar Coffee Company Ltd
📍 Mkunazini 1563Zanzibar, Tanzania
✨ Step into history, indulge in world-class coffee, and experience Zanzibar like never before at Zanzibar Coffee House! ☕🌍
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Customer Reviews
EXCELLENTVerified great experience go eye to eye close We... had an exceptional 7-day family safari of 6 people. Nothing to say everything was perfect from the food to the lodge. The tenon guide who speaks French which explains very well. We've seen all the animals. Leo, giraffe, zebra, etc. Thanks again to this tour local operator.Verified Amazing! The tour was absolutely incredible! The first three days were with our guide Peter and chef Richard, and everyone in the group absolutely loved them. They make a fantastic duo — authentic, passionate, and truly exceptional at what they do. You can really tell they love their work, and that kind of charisma just can’t be replicated.I’ve done many tours around the world, but I’ve never felt such genuine nostalgia for a group as I do for this one.I also want to give a special mention to Geoffrey Samwel, who handled my airport transfers both ways. He’s a wonderful person and honestly should be leading safaris too — I found his explanations and local insights even more engaging than those of the guide on the last day (who was still very good, just not as detailed).Points for improvement:The Nyani Campsite really needs to be replaced with another option — it doesn’t meet basic conditions.The tour itinerary would be better if it ended with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. I did it the other way around, and while it was still great, the last two days didn’t feel as thrilling as the first ones.I’ll definitely be recommending your agency to all my friends and family!Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience!Verified Amazing Safari We’re so happy that we chose Serengeti African Tours. Our driver Peter was first to spot alot of the wild animals and had so much knowledge about them. He made the game drives and the campsites very fun. Our chef Richard made delicious food! Our group was fun to hang around with. 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A moment out of Time, we Have seen a lot of animals… always friendly, with good tips and advices, really good drive too… it Will be on memory for ever !Verified Beautiful days on Safari I had a wonderful experience with Serengeti African Tours. We spent amazing days filled with incredible wildlife encounters and breathtaking views of the parks. Everything became a truly perfect experience thanks to our guide, who was very attentive and kind to us. Without our guide, Assad, it wouldn’t have been as perfect as it was.A big thank-you to Assad — he was an excellent professional and driver! Without him, the experience wouldn’t have been the same.Thank you for everythingVerified Trip of a LIfetime Our safari experience was amazing! Our tour guide, Peter Mmary, was knowledgeable, interesting, and entertaining. He was very experienced and successful in finding animals for us to see. He explained their habits, movements, and diets. He took us on one game drive in the evening and one in the early morning, which allowed us to see a lot of animal activity. Our chef, Dennis, prepared three delicious hot meals each day. I am gluten-free, and he always made sure that there was plenty for me to eat.Verified Amazing! The tour with Assad was amazing! He has a big knowledge of the animals and their habitat! We were amazed by his instict of the needs of the group and he gave us enough time to enjoy the beautiful moments with the animals. If we come back, we would be happy to do the safari again wirh Assad! Asante sana!Verified The Best Experience of Our Lives! We had the most amazing time with African Safari Tours! Everything from start to finish was just perfect. Our guide Assad was absolutely incredible — super knowledgeable, fun, and really went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible.The food was sooo good – every meal was delicious and way better than we expected out in the wild!We saw so many animals up close, the scenery was stunning, and every day felt like a new adventure. Honestly, it was the best trip of our lives, and we can’t thank the team enough.If you’re thinking about doing a safari, go with African Safari Tours — you won’t regret it!
