The Africa House Hotel vs The Residence Zanzibar
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Residence Zanzibar scores marginally better than The Africa House Hotel. The Residence Zanzibar ranks #42 in Zanzibar with praise from 2 publications including Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler.
The Africa House Hotel
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Tanzania
From $98 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"According to AFAR local expert Kerry John-Davis, those seeking local flair should head to Stone Town, on the island of Zanzibar, which was once a stop on the Arabian spice route."
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Lonely Planet
"A Colonial classic, the Africa House was formerly the English Club and now has 15 rooms furnished with red-and-gold Shirazi sofas, gilt-framed mirrors and swagged curtains."
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The Residence Zanzibar
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi 2404, Tanzania
From $436 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter
"Romantic escape for seclusion and spa time, with just 66 villas on 80 unspoiled acres fronting a mile-long beach."
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Wander down to the sand, and your beach butler will be ready with a cold face towel and new rounds of Kilimanjaro beer on request.
Condé Nast Traveler
"Sixty-six villas scattered over an 80-acre compound."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"Deep in the heart of what was once just bush and mangroves, The Residence Zanzibar is a tropical site to behold."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The Residence Zanzibar is a gorgeous, luxe property set on over 79 acres of beautiful beachfront grounds on the southwestern tip of Zanzibar’s main island, Unguja."
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