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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
The Africa House Hotel
7 / 10
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Tanzania
From $98 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Afar Magazine 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." Full review
Lonely Planet 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." Full review
The Residence Zanzibar
The Residence Zanzibar
8 / 10
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi 2404, Tanzania
From $436 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Romantic escape for seclusion and spa time, with just 66 villas on 80 unspoiled acres fronting a mile-long beach." Full review
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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 Condé Nast Traveler
"Sixty-six villas scattered over an 80-acre compound." Full review
The Telegraph 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." Full review
Oyster 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." Full review