Barabara House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to Jambiani Beach

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Restaurant
Exterior
TV
Restaurant
Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Barabara House serves local flavors at breakfast before visitors relax with a massage or wander through the peaceful garden. The retreat balances nature with practicality, offering free WiFi and dry cleaning services alongside bike rentals for exploring the nearby scenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩34,514
₩43,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27

Room options

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Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Makunduchi Beach - 14 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casa Coco - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Barabara House

Guesthouse near Jambiani Beach
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Barabara House. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Barabara House include perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Jambiani
Barabara House Guesthouse
Barabara House Guesthouse Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Is Barabara House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabara House?

As of Sep 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabara House on Sep 26, 2025 start from ₩34,514, 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.

How much is parking at Barabara House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barabara House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Barabara House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Barabara House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Barabara House located?

Situated in Jambiani, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Jambiani Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kuza Cave and Swahili Cave. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Paje Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Barabara House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo custo benefício
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019