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8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

The Manor House by Sansi

Migombani Street, Opposite Vigor, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, Zanzibar Town, TZ

The Manor House by Sansi - main view

About the Property

Breathtaking Views and Top-Notch Amenities
Take in the stunning surroundings from the terrace and garden while enjoying complimentary wireless internet.
Exceptional Dining Experience
Savor a delightful meal at the on-site restaurant during your stay at The Manor House by Sansi.
Convenient Services and Facilities
Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box. Plus, make use of the roundtrip airport shuttle and free self-parking.
Immerse yourself in comfort and connectivity in one of the 5 well-appointed guestrooms with complimentary wireless internet. Unwind in bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, and stay organized with safes and desks.
For a memorable stay in Zanzibar Town's historical district, book The Manor House by Sansi today and be close to various attractions, ensuring a fulfilling experience.

Facilities & Amenities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Snorkeling nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Tours/ticket assistance

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View - Photo 1
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View - Photo 2
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View - Photo 3
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View - Photo 4
1/4

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

1 Queen BedOverlooking the gardenLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - SafeComfort - Daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableNon-Smoking

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerSafety deposit boxHair dryerDeskBottle of waterWheelchair accessible

Family Room with Garden View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$94.56

$75.65

Includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Room, Garden View - Photo 1
Deluxe Room, Garden View - Photo 2
Deluxe Room, Garden View - Photo 3
Deluxe Room, Garden View - Photo 4
1/4

Deluxe Room, Garden View

1 Queen Bed269-sq-foot room with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Turndown service and bed sheets Bathroom - Shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - SafeComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking

25 m2
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerSafety deposit boxHair dryerDeskBottle of waterDaily housekeeping

Family Garden View Deluxe Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$120.41

$96.33

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.4
Excellent23 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the excellent staff and frequently praise the close to airport.

Categories

Cleanliness5.8
Service9.8
Location9.8
Room Quality4.8
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.2
Food and Beverage9.2
Overall Experience9.2

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Jernayde
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 3, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Staff were excellent. Room was tiny and the shower was cold but it was a grest option to be near to the airport

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christiane
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 9, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Die Unterkunft liegt sehr nah am Flughafen und ist optimal um dort eine Nacht zu verbringen

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Muhammad
Verified booking
friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 15, 2025

"Good"

2.0

Horrible experience. We booked this and paid online in-advance but when arrived there they said they don’t have a room for us. And they said they have arranged a room for us in a different hotel and sent us there. That other hotel was basically a shady guest house. But they also didn’t have a room when we got there and the owner asked us to get into his car and he has a “room” for us somewhere else which he is offering as a favor. Naturally we said no thank you and the guy became rude to us. So we came back to manor house. Then they arranged another hotel for us where we stayed for one night (because we didn’t really have any other option at that time of the night). And that hotel turned out to be pretty bad as well. They had termites and insects in the room and the dining area. Bedsheets has cigarette burns. Horrible experience overall.

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Venkataramanan
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 13, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Nice peaceful quiet property. The staff were always cheerful and are happy to answer any questions. The property itself has a rustic charm and the grounds are vast.

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repinique
Verified booking
Solo travel
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 18, 2025

"Untrustworthy and blackmailing staff"

2.0

On my last day there I left my bags with the staff, who assured me they would keep them safe and secure until I returned. On my return, one of my bags was missing. Staff had left my bags in the open reception area rather than locking them away securely as promised. I attempted to find out what had happened, why they hadn’t stored them securely, but suddenly, all the English speaking staff could no longer speak English. When I asked them to call the police, they continued to ignore me. After almost 2 hours of being ignored I gave up and made my way to the police station to report the theft. Amazingly, within a few minutes of me arriving at the police station, the staff located my missing bag. I was promised a full refund because of the stress and negative experience but I was held to random and blackmailed for my refund. They would only give a refund if I removed the negative review. The hotel manager is a bully and a liar. The staff who were initially friendly, suddenly lost the ability to speak English for 2 hours. You can make your own mind up about this place but I would surely never stay there again as I feel they are completely untrustworthy and attempted to cover up my lost bag in the hope I’d just go away. I have screenshots of the managers messages, him deleting the messages after I said I’d show the booking agency. The taxi driver who collected me would also be a witness as would the police when I went to report it. These are 100% accurate facts

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MalloD27
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 8, 2024

"Very good time"

10.0

We really enjoyed our stay at the Manor House ! It's a beautiful place, very clean, very quiet, where it's good to relax ! The staff is adorable, very welcoming and caring. There is no dinner offered in the evening, but it is possible to order at a nearby restaurant and have it delivered ! We recommend because we had a great time. In addition, for the same quality, we paid almost two times less than in other hotels.

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elaine1408gbGB
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 17, 2024

"Stone town proximity 20 mins taxi"

8.0

We booked this last minute to be closer to stone town and airport as had early hours flight we booked two nights although leaving early hours ofvsecond but wanted to keep room to sleep in prior to airport. Good value for money. The drive up to Manor is impressive like old colony building white washed met by staff who took luggage. Easy book in and shown to room only one flight of stairs so no lift. Upstairs communal lounge area overlooking extensive gardens and views of sea. Our room was ample big enough shutters on windows so could open but had a net window to stop insects air conditioning netting over bed had english plug sockets. Bottle of water comfy clean bed. Bathroom adequate although could do with renovation but clean no shower curtain so water went everywhere but lots of lovely hot water. Quiet location. Breakfast on veranda breakfast menu but good choice. We did have dinner one night set menu but if didnt like menu would offer alternative would definately recommend and would return

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erich490trTR
Verified booking
Solo travel
Standard Room
Stayed in May 20, 2024

"I recently had an unfortunate experience with the hotel manager, Boniface E Jacob"

2.0

I recently had an unfortunate experience with the hotel manager,   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager , which left me extremely dissatisfied and ultimately led to me canceling my stay. Before my arrival, I emailed   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager requesting an airport transfer. I attached my booking information from hotel.com, assuming it would be sufficient. However,   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager responded, insisting on a "booking number." Hotel.com only provides an itinerary number, which should serve the same purpose. Despite my explanations and the booking receipt I sent,   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager continued to demand a booking number. As our email exchange progressed,   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager tone became increasingly rude and unprofessional. His inflexibility and poor communication were frustrating. I eventually told him that I would find my own way to the hotel and that I planned to leave a review about my experience on hotel.com, Google, and other platforms. It was only after mentioning the review that   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager changed his tune and offered some upgrades. However, these upgrades felt like a token gesture and came too late to repair the damage done. Given the ongoing disrespect and inconvenience, I declined the upgrades. Ultimately, I decided not to stay at the hotel and lost my money. Despite the financial loss, I believe avoiding further drama and potential issues during my stay was worth it. The initial interaction with   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager was a clear indicator of the type of service I might expect from the hotel. My experience with this hotel's management, particularly with   Boniface E Jacob | OTA Manager , was overwhelmingly negative. The disrespectful and unprofessional manner in which my simple request was handled suggests that staying there would have been a mistake. I would not recommend this hotel to others based on this experience.

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ImoBlakeEats
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 18, 2023

"Fantastic hotel near the airport with outstanding service "

10.0

- Amazing building and gardens overlooking the sea (west coast), you can’t believe you’re staying somewhere so beautiful for that price. Unbelievable sunsets! - Staff are so friendly - particularly Richard (front of house), Catherine the chef, and Joel the Masai guard - Service is brilliant - they will take in your bags for you and do all they can to help you - We stayed one night after a late flight from the mainland as it was close to the airport - great location and meant we didn’t need to drive into Stone Town which is not fun to drive in - Free and secure parking - WiFi - Incredible breakfast which is included (!) - So cheap for the level of service you get - We liked it so much that we decided to come here for dinner on our last day in Zanzibar which was delicious - The car we had rented broke down outside the gates, blocking the driveway. About six staff members all came to help us push the car up the hill and out of the way, which was so kind. The manager also called our car rental company for us to ask them to come and fix our car. While we waited, they gave us a welcome juice drink and took in our bags. They are amazing. Only cons are that the bathrooms are a bit tired and could do with updating - though for the price you wouldn’t expect much better! There’s also no air con but I didn’t get too hot.

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510maximilianp
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 26, 2023

"One of the nicest stays you´ll have on Zanzibar"

10.0

Very nice Hotel. We were greeted by the friendly and helpful manager and brought to our room. The room was very clean ( the cleanest room we encountered on Zanzibar), the bed very comfortable. The only thing that could´ve been better is the bathroom, as the shower cubicle has seen better days. Otherwise our stay was perfect. The breakfast was amazing!

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