7.4 / 10 Guest Rating

BABAbora house

Name: BABAbora house
Address: Hurumzi Street, Ngambo, tz
Rating: 7.4

Hurumzi Street, Ngambo, tz

About the Property

Historic Building & City Views
BABAbora house, nestled in a historic building in Ngambo, offers stunning city views from its terrace. Just 200 meters from Stone Town Beach, this guest house is a perfect blend of history and modern comfort.

African Cuisine & Free WiFi
Indulge in authentic African cuisine at the on-site restaurant and stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Each well-equipped unit features a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom, ensuring a cozy stay.

Convenient Amenities & Services
From air conditioning to a balcony in select units, BABAbora house caters to your comfort. Enjoy the convenience of a minimarket on-site, along with sightseeing tours, bicycle, and car rental services for exploring the vibrant surroundings.

Experience the charm of Ngambo at BABAbora house - Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Restaurant

Room service

Terrace

Family rooms

Important Information

Check-in & Out

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Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.4

Very Good63 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

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Rambline

AE

Verified booking

family with young children

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 23, 2025

"Passable"

Good

5.0

The staff was friendly and very helpful

The environment was too noisy and the wasn't as expected

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Lei

AU

Verified booking

solo traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 23, 2025

"Good"

Very Good

7.0

Excellent AC Gracious staff Authentic old house Convenient location (short stroll to both Forodhani and Darajani, several heritage walks stops nearby)

The room was dark and the internet slower compared to the other places I've stayed at in Stone Town

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Charmaine

ZW

Verified booking

young couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 21, 2025

"Disappointing"

Good

4.0

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Brett

AU

Verified booking

young couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Feb 9, 2025

"The location was great, it was exactly what was written on the box. No frills, secure, affordable!"

Exceptional

10.0

The location was great, it was exactly what was written on the box. No frills, secure, affordable comfortable accommodation. Cheap and cheerful!

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Milena

SI

Verified booking

solo traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 21, 2025

"Good value for little money"

Excellent

8.0

Good location, friendly stuff, simple but tasty breakfast

Old furniture and facilities, shower didn’t work but but washer did

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Hadad

KE

Verified booking

with friends

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 4, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

The owner baba bora and the workers Alex and ashwaq were kind , friendly and ready to assist to anything … thanks for everything

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Sultan

GB

Verified booking

family with young children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jan 1, 2025

"If you are after value and an authentic feel then this is for you"

Good

4.0

The location in stone town is really good to explore the city. Walking distance from main port and sea side. Had an authentic feel

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Linda

TZ

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family with young children

Standard Room

Stayed in Dec 30, 2024

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Everything was super

I like everything

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Tshepisho

ZA

Verified booking

family with young children

Standard Room

Stayed in Dec 28, 2024

"The stay was long and it felt like home"

Exceptional

10.0

The friendly hosts

Breakfast could have a variety

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Wendy

MY

Verified booking

family with young children

Standard Room

Stayed in Nov 10, 2024

"Good"

Very Good

7.0

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BABAbora house

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

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Guest Reviews

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"Passable"

"Good"

"Disappointing"

"The location was great, it was exactly what was written on the box. No frills, secure, affordable!"

"Good value for little money"

"Exceptional"

"If you are after value and an authentic feel then this is for you"

"Exceptional"

"The stay was long and it felt like home"

"Good"