Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adriana
13 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adriana
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Barabara House
3.0 star property
Guests can rejuvenate with spa treatments at this tranquil retreat or borrow bikes to explore the natural surroundings at their own pace
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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
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Spa
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
The current price is AED 131
AED 131
AED 165 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Room options
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Showing 4 of 4 rooms
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Standard Twin Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Superior Double Room
- 20 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Executive Room
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Jambiani, Barabara House is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Salaam Cave Aquarium are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Jambiani travel guide
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Jambiani Rd, Jambiani, Zanzibar
What's nearby
Jambiani Beach3 min walk - 0.3 km
Pingwe Beach24 min drive - 26.4 km- Kite Centre Zanzibar8 min drive - 8.6 km
- Paje Beach9 min drive - 9.7 km
- Kizimkazi Beach30 min drive - 31.4 km
Getting around
- Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)57 min drive
Restaurants
- Your Zanzibar Place8 min drive
- Beach Boheme8 min drive
- Kisiwa on the Beach7 min drive
- B4 Beach Club8 min drive
- BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar3 min drive
About this property
Barabara House
Guesthouse near Jambiani Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, an art gallery on site, and a garden at Barabara House. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
- Free self parking
- Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and scooter rentals
- Coworking spaces, coffee/tea in the lobby, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Barabara House have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with showers and bidets
- Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping
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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
- Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
Things to do
- Art gallery
- Bicycle rentals
- Boat tours
- Scooter/moped 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)
- Proposal/romance packages
Business services
- Coworking space
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Terrace
Spa
- Massage
- Spa services
Accessibility
- Area rugs in public areas
- No elevator
- Smooth flooring in public areas
More
- Designated smoking areas
- Mosquito nets
- Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Slippers
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Iron/ironing board on request
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 ferry terminal, airport, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Important information
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
- 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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabara House on 10 May 2026 start from AED 131, 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?
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 35 per vehicle applies.
Where is Barabara House located?
Situated near the beach, 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).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Barabara House Reviews
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Exceptional
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
28 July 2019
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019