Mambo & Jambo Homestay
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Mambo & Jambo Homestay in Mwanza offers a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, and outdoor seating area. Modern Facilities: The homestay features a full-day security, bicycle parking, breakfast in the room, room service, karaoke, barbecue facilities, car hire, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Saanane Island National Park is a 7-minute walk away, Mwanza Train Station 0.6 mi, CCM Kirumba Stadium 2.5 mi, and Sukuma Museum 12 mi. Mwanza Airport is 6.8 mi from the property. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the safety of the location, the friendly host, and the well-equipped kitchen.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Good free Wifi (19 Mbps)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Free parking
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hudson
Kenya
“The reception was amazing I will recommend the place to every traveller” - Cecília
Brazil
“I liked that is was a very chill place with lots of green around. At late afternoon after the rain you could see some different creatures outside in the garden. I saw 3 different species os frog, bats and the famous huuuuuge African snail. For me...” - Anonymous
United States
“Mwanza is known as Rock City, and the walk to Mambo & Jambo is past some amazing boulders. Behind the main house is a nice series of small patios with lake views. The concierge Stan let us leave our bags once we checked out since we booked a night...” - Adari
Israel
“a beautiful and comfortable spot, beds were very comfortable, staff we're very nice, and all at a very decent price” - Kiara
United Kingdom
“Excellent place to stay. Lots of tourists stay here and it’s very nice to see people from different places that can also give travel recommendations. The room and house are clean, the housekeepers are friendly, and the space is super welcoming...” - Peace
Tanzania
“Cathe is one of the bests hosts anyone could ask for! Everything exceeded my expectations and will definetely return 🎊” - Manuel
Austria
“Good value for money! Decent room especially for the price :) The owner was also really flexible when we decided to stay a day less on short notice.” - Clara
New Zealand
“Mambo & Jambo House is a pleasant place from which to explore Mwanza. The common areas were comfortable and the dorm was adequate. While the host was not present for most of our stay, she was responsive to questions and very helpful.” - めみ
Japan
“It was really nice place to stay. Strong wifi, comfortable common space, and spacious kitchen. We decided to come back here after the tour of Serengeti National Park.” - Sean
Switzerland
“Peaceful and quiet Clean. No mozzies. Very well located. Not far to walk into town centre. Safe. Several restaurants within walking / boda boda distance”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Mambo & Jambo Homestay of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 10:00:00.