About the location
Jafferji House is situated in Stonetown aside from the hustle and bustle of the alleyways. It sits close to the hustle and bustle of the lanes and is behind the Old Fort and the Forodhani Gardens, a prime location for wandering the streets of Zanzibar Town.
Stone Town’s harbour gives quick access to marine excursions where dolphins are frequently sighted, and longer trips reach reefs supporting green turtles, reef sharks, rays and seasonal humpback whales. Snorkelling and diving outings reveal colourful coral gardens, while full‑day trips can reach deeper channels where manta rays occasionally appear. Sunset cruises add a romantic, low‑effort way to experience the coastline and its wildlife.
On the less positive side, the dense urban setting brings street noise, and the heritage building’s compact layout offers limited outdoor space compared with beach‑based properties.
hotel Layout
The building was originally built about 100 years ago and in 1993 Javed Jafferji established a shop on the ground floor – Zanzibar Gallery – and lived there with his family until in 2007. This is when the dream of converting this house into an intimate boutique hotel, fit for future kings, became reality.
Jafferji House compromises of 9 boutique rooms, lounge and dining areas and a rooftop bar, nicknamed as the Mistress of Spices.
Do see our new Jafferji House Picture Gallery further down this page.
Jafferji House Accomodation
The nine boutique rooms are individually designed and decorated. Their interior reflects the name (Mercury Suite, Out of Africa Suite, the Spice House Suite etc.) with colours, fabrics and locally crafted furnishings. The rooms are all well-appointed and have beautiful en-suites, some with large bathtubs to relax in after a day of exploring Zanzibar’s history!
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How to book Jafferji House
Please call us in the UK on the usual +44 1525 840 149 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!
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Jafferji House
