Emerson On Hurumzi - Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaHurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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Emerson On Hurumzi - Zanzibar
Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Breakfast9.3
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Who stays here
Couples61%
Solo15%
Families14%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Breakfast9.3
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Who stays here
Couples61%
Solo15%
Families14%
Groups9%

5-star cultural heritage hotel in Stone Town with rooftop dining and live Zanzibari music

Rooftop Dining & Entertainment

Emerson On Hurumzi Zanzibar features a rooftop Tea House restaurant that serves a five-course seafood tasting menu prepared daily. Guests choose between Swahili floor seating or tables while a live Zanzibari women's band performs traditional songs on violin and accordion. The dinner experience includes a set menu where staff explain each dish's cultural origins and accommodate dietary needs such as celiac restrictions.

Cultural Experiences & Activities

The hotel offers tea blending sessions and traditional cooking classes that teach Swahili and Omani fusion recipes. Temporary art galleries and walking tours are arranged by the concierge, focusing on Stone Town's sultanate history. Collaborations with local musicians and artists provide guests with access to performances and workshops inside the hotel.

Accommodation & Room Features

Rooms at Emerson on Hurumzi include antique four-poster beds, en-suite bathrooms with claw-foot tubs, and private balconies in select apartments. The Pavilion Suite and Tour Suite offer separate sitting areas and views over the Indian Ocean. Each room is decorated with hand-carved Zanzibari furniture and mosquito nets lowered during nightly turndown service.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Emerson on Hurumzi stone town is located 300 meters from Stone Town Beach and within a three-minute walk of the Old Fort and House of Wonders. The Sultan's Palace, Peace Memorial Museum, and Hamamni Persian Baths are all reachable on foot through the alleyways of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 8 km away, and the hotel arranges airport shuttle service for guests.

Guest Services & Amenities

A 24-hour front desk and concierge service help with private check-in, taxi arrangements, and guided tours of the city. Daily housekeeping includes turn-down service with mattress toppers if requested, and breakfast can be served in the room or on the rooftop terrace. The hotel also offers a paid airport shuttle, private check-out, and luggage assistance up the steep stairs.

  • Rooftop Dining: Five-course seafood tasting menu with live Zanzibari music
  • Cultural Immersion: Tea blending and traditional cooking classes
  • Location: 300 meters from Stone Town Beach, near Old Fort and Sultan's Palace
  • Rooms: Antique-filled suites with private balconies and en-suite bathrooms
  • Entertainment: Live performances and temporary art galleries on site
  • Services: 24-hour concierge, airport shuttle, and guided walking tours
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:00-23:59
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Rooms and availability

Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Deluxe Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Breakfast

In-room breakfast

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment

Room view

  • Sea view
  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Emerson On Hurumzi

💵 Lowest room price 140 £
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
✈️ Distance to airport 8.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
430 m
Museum
House of Wonders
280 m
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
370 m
Museum
Sultan's Palace
150 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
280 m
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
280 m
Market
Darajani Market
490 m
Church
Old Slave Market
560 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
430 m
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
150 m
Park
Forodhani Park
300 m
200 Hurumzi Street
The Zanzibar Curio shop
130 m
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
270 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
30 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
40 m
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
50 m
Restaurant
Emerson On Hurumzi
10 m
Restaurant
Tea House Restaurant
80 m
Restaurant
Emerson Spice Tea House Restaurant
160 m
Restaurant
Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe
230 m
Restaurant
Zenj Food Lover's
80 m
Restaurant
Tatu Pub-Restaurant-Bar
200 m
Restaurant
Cafe Turquoise
200 m
Restaurant
Two Tables
200 m
Restaurant
Baharia Restaurant
200 m
Restaurant
Cafe Africano
200 m
Restaurant
Coco de Mer
200 m
Restaurant
The Seyyida Rooftop Restaurant
170 m
Restaurant
The Swahili House
220 m

Reviews of Emerson On Hurumzi

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FAQ about Emerson On Hurumzi

Which popular attractions are located near the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Darajani Market, placed 500 meters from the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are Pange Island (4.6 km the property) as well as Christ Church Cathedral (merely 5 minutes' stroll away).
Which landmarks are closest to the Emerson On Hurumzi hotel?
Guests of the Emerson On Hurumzi hotel can visit Stone Town (a mere 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation), or Forodhani Park placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
The hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated restaurant Tea House Restaurant-9/10 according to reviews-which offers dishes of African cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the Emerson On Hurumzi?
Guests of the Emerson On Hurumzi can check in from 13:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.
What are the booking prices at Emerson On Hurumzi?
The prices at Emerson On Hurumzi start from $133.
What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel?
Payment methods in the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel include:
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  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers such room types as Deluxe Queen Room, King Suite, and Superior King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel?
Most rooms of the 3-star Emerson On Hurumzi hotel include a balcony and a sitting area as well as free wireless internet.
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