Welcome W here true heritage and luxury meet They say that when you travel, the magic of your experience starts with your hotel. We warmly invite you to experience a boutique hotel dedicated to exceptional style and service. A hotel that perfectly captures the romantic history of the spice island of Zanzibar with the best the modern world has to offer. A hotel that surrenders you to the magic of Zanzibar’s enchanting stown town, whilst still making you feel completely at home. Welcome to Jafferji House, the one place in Stone Town where true heritage and luxury meet.

Stone Town Awaken your senses The beautiful island of Zanzibar comes steeped in history, romance and mystery. Nestled off the East coast of Tanzania, it is a cultural melting point, drawing influence from its colourful past. Stone Town, or ‘Mji Mkongwe’ as the locals call it, is the heart of the island. Named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001, it was a main port for ancient Indian Ocean traders, succumbing to a rich mix of Arabic, Portuguese, African and British over the years. Today, Jafferji House is conveniently located in the centre of Stone Town, and a walk through the surrounding famous narrow streets instantly awakens your senses, and transports you back to the time of Sultans and Arabic opulence.

Our Hotel

Recapture the romance of travel

Taking its name from its owner who once used the building as his family home, Jafferji House has been lovingly restored and styled to reflect its original splendour. Today, it serves as a living, breathing museum and has been beautifully decorated to recapture the romance of travel whilst still embracing the charm of the ancient world. Each piece of furniture, each door, and even the hotel’s carved windows are genuine antiques collected from all over the world. From Morocco to Afghanistan, India to Mozambique, every item in the hotel evokes a blissful sense of the life of the Sultans who ran a trading empire which encompassed the entire Indian Ocean and often called to port in Zanzibar. All the while, the hotel also pays homage to the comfort, luxury and hospitality of the modern world. From luxurious linens to free wireless internet connections, every suite in Jafferji House has been specially designed to provide every modern convenience to both leisure and business travelers.

Jaffer ji's Sultan Suite

Dedicated to royalty

Live the luxurious life of a Sultan surrounded by stunning extravagance from days gone by. The Sultans of Zanzibar travelled extensively around the world, finally declaring Zanzibar their home, and through the design of this beautiful suite, we invite you to join them on their romantic journey home. Unwind in your own private parlour filled with beautiful silver-plated antique Indian sofas. Relax in an opulent Moroccan brass bath tub as you look down over the turquoise sea beyond. Laze in a glorious carved bed, or freshen up in a unique outdoor shower as you survey your personal kingdom over the rooftops of Zanzibar. This is a suite truly dedicated to Royalty and the perfect way to spoil your honeymoon Princess.

Kama Sutra Suite Guaranteed to take your heart Succumb to the ancient Indian teachings of love, intimate behavior and family life. This unique, double-story suite perfectly captures the raw emotions of passion and love. Surround yourself with traditional African carved furniture. Unwind in your luxury bed on the upper deck while admiring your traditional banana leaf ceiling. Or relax in your open-air bathroom with a deep Swahili bath and views towards the seafront. This suite is guaranteed to take your heart.

Adnan 's Suite W hisk you away Adnan Abbas is the nephew of the hotel owner, Javed Jafferji. Jafferji spent most of his early life in Pakistan, Adnan’s home, and his love for the beautiful country is apparent in every aspect of this suite. Jafferji’s intimate portraits of his time in Pakistan adorn the walls and the suite is delicately lit with traditional Pakistani lighting while delicate Pakistani embroidery is apparent throughout. A night in the Adnan suite will whisk you away to the enchanting land of Pakistan.

Livingstone's Suite A stunning tribute It was Dr Livingstone – pioneer, missionary and explorer, who bravely traversed the continent and whose inspirational speech ultimately led to the end of the global slave trade. His legacy has a huge impact on the history of Zanzibar, and this suite, painted in the rich red of the African

soil across which he travelled for over thirty years is dedicated to him. In true Zanzibari style, the suite is decorated with an ornate carved Swahili door, traditional four poster bed and antique colonial furniture. It is a stunning tribute to a man who dedicated his life to “freeing Africa”.

Mercury Suite For the rock star

in all of us

One of the world’s most flamboyant rock stars, Freddy Mercury, was born just metres away from Jafferji House. Born into a middle-class family of Persian descent, Mercury spent the early years of his life in Stone Town before being sent to India for school.

Out of Afr ica Suite A Traditional African Experience This large room, dedicated to the famous film of the same name, is inspired by the natural beauty found throughout Africa. Decorated in bright African colours, the suite’s bold colour palette matches its bold interior.

legs and headboard, decorated with traditional African geometric patterns. Or, relax in the traditional African antique furniture carefully placed around the room. Guests in this suite can expect a traditional African experience.

Unwind in the magnificent bed adorned with beautiful carved

An optional bed can also be placed in this suite on request.

True to Freddy’s colourful personality, the suite is decorated in rich, bold hues, luxurious antique furniture and a sumptuous carved bed. The suite looks down on the very streets in which Mercury used to play, and to satisfy the rock star in all of us, the bathroom features a sculpted bath, shower and double sinks.

Pr incess Salme Suite Fit for a princess Princess Salme was the daughter of Zanzibar’s famous Sultan Said. She fell out of favour with the royal family when she was young, and sought comfort in the arms of her German neighbor Heinrich Ruete. They fell in love, and it is believed she fled to Germany, pregnant with her lover’s child. Unable to reconcile with her family, the Princess lived the rest of life in exile in Syria. Decorated with the grandest furniture of the Sultan’s time, and a fully sculpted bathroom, this suite radiates royal opulence. Bold, bright colours recreate the sense of passion which the Princess experienced her entire life, and a luxurious four poster bed makes it a room truly fit for a princess.

Spice House Suite A rejuvenating experience Enter the Spice House Suite, and you’ll instantly be surrounded by the beautiful scents of the spice trade from which Zanzibar drew its name and wealth. In days gone by, local traders would risk their lives travelling by sea to make sure their wares reached their destination. As a tribute to these traders, the Spice House Suite is filled with the many beautiful treasures they brought with them upon their return. From the rich hues on the walls, the exotic scents of the spices and the Moroccan inspired bathroom, the suite is designed to be a rejuvenating experience, and will leave you feeling truly relaxed.

Zanzibar Kabisa Suite An authentic taste of Z anzibar Zanzibar Kabisa means “completely Zanzibar”, and like the name suggests, the suite is designed to give you an authentic taste of Zanzibar from days gone by. Traditional coral walls melt beautifully into colourful African tiles and perfectly compliment traditional Swahili furniture. A traditional carved four poster bed invites you to spend the night comfortably dreaming of the enchanting narrow streets of Stone town. The suite is the very essence of Zanzibar at its finest.

Stanley Suite ìDr Livingstone, I presume...î

Henry Morton Stanley was sent to Africa to find the lost Dr Livingstone. Upon finally finding him, it’s believed he said “Dr Livingstone, I presume…” a quote that has been immortalized in history. Stanley’s travels took him from Zanzibar all the way up the mouth of the Nile, and he is

considered to be one of the greatest European explorers of the 19th Century.

This suite pays homage to the explorer, and proudly displays many of the African artifacts and pieces he may have come across on his journey.

MISTRESS OF SPICES

Mistr essOF of Spices MISTRESS SPICES

Taste, experience and dine in comfort

The hotel’s Mistress of Spice’s Café offers a welcoming setting with plush banquettes and stunning antique mirrors on its walls. Enjoy a delicious selection of seasonal offerings and traditional favourites made with the finest ingredients the island has to offer. Culinary delights include mouth-watering seafood and authentic Zanzibari fare as well as special spice-infused coffees and refreshing home-made juices. For those with a sweet tooth, there are also delectable home-made pastries every morning. Each meal is meant to be an experience worth savouring. Each mouthful a culinary journey worth repeating again and again. The Mistress of Spices Café is open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, seven days a week.

WELLNESS

WELLNESS Window to Afr ica- Spa BLiss Escape for a few hours Nestled high above Zanzibar’s rooftops and with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, the hotel’s rooftop spa offers the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of Stone Town. Surrender your senses to our beauty experts and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul with our unique treatments and tailored experiences. Relax with a hot stone massage, invigorate yourself with an aromatherapy scrub, or soothe your senses with a warm milk bath. Enjoy an indulging manicure and pedicure before you head out for the night. Either way, let our specially trained experts pamper you with their traditional African techniques and all natural ingredients. Escape for a few hours, escape to Jafferji House’s Window to Africa – Spa Bliss.

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170 Gizenga St, Stone Town t: +255 24 223 6583 e: [email protected] www.jafferjihouse.net Find us on facebook.com: Jafferji-House

INDIAN OCEAN

ìExperience the ëtrueí Z anzibar as I know it, and fall in love with the romance and history that surrounds Stone Townî

Stone Town Air port

-J aved J afferji Just 15 minutes from Zanzibar airport