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Ella's Swahili house in old town

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Interior
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bagamoyo, Pwani Region
  • Place, Bagamoyo Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bagamoyo District Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Holy Ghost Mission
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ella's Swahili house in old town

Built in 1840, this six bedroom house 5 minutes walk away from the beach, has retained many of the features of traditional Swahili design: a spacious roof-top verandah; Zanzibar beds and high beamed ceilings.

The house has two double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms; there are three single bedrooms and a twin bedroom. There's a bathroom downstairs and a bed settee upstairs. There are ceiling fans in every room. Upstairs there's a cooker, fridge/freezer and a washing machine. The house is in the bustling old town and 5 mins walk from the beach, the market and a few lovely restaurants. It is easy to feel part of the community. Guests are able to park within a walled garden. A night watchman is employed to look after your car and the house.

Guest access
Jackie the housekeeper will meet you and show you around the house on arrival.

Other things to note
Our home is situated in Old town Bagamoyo near three mosques and during Ramadan, in particular, it can be noisy at night. The fishermen also take their breakfast around 6am at a cafe just outside the house and they tell lots of loud and humorous stories first thing in the morning!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 5

About the area

Bagamoyo

Bagamoyo is home to this holiday home. Local points of interest include Holy Ghost Mission, Bagamoyo District Hospital, and Bagamoyo Beach.
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Bagamoyo, Pwani Region

What's nearby

  • Bagamoyo Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bagamoyo District Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Holy Ghost Mission - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bahari Beach - 53 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 58 min drive - 65.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Nashe's Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Some Unnamed Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Club Eagles nest - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Market Road Pub - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪kaole lounge - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ella's Swahili house in old town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ella's Swahili house in old town?

As of 17 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ella's Swahili house in old town on 18 Apr 2026 start from AU$167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ella's Swahili house in old town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ella's Swahili house in old town?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ella's Swahili house in old town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ella's Swahili house in old town located?

Situated in Bagamoyo, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Holy Ghost Mission, Bagamoyo District Hospital and Bagamoyo Beach. Kaole Ruins is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Daniel Chege

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Languages:

English, Swahili
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