The Swahili House Hotel - Zanzibar

The Swahili House Hotel - Zanzibar

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8.2
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The Swahili House Hotel - Zanzibar
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Overview

Featuring views of the city, Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar lies in a tourist area, a mere 13 minutes' walk from The Peace Memorial Museum. Wi-Fi is featured in public areas, and a currency exchange and a lift are also provided on site.

Location

This hotel offers a prime location about 10 km from Kisauni airport and only a few metres from Sultan's Palace. Darajani Market is just a 6-minute walk from the 3-star hotel, and Old Dispensary Medical Center is just 6 minutes' walk away. The accommodation is also just a minute's drive from the Indian Ocean. There is Mnazi Mmoja approximately 1 km away, while Kiwengwa bus station very close to The Swahili House Hotel.

Rooms

Some rooms are decorated in spacious design.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is offered at the poolside bar every morning. This Zanzibar hotel invites guests to the pool bar to relax with a drink. The property is just 5 minutes' walk from Forodhani Food Stalls and serves delectable meals.

Leisure & Business

A roof top pool and a sun deck are provided at a charge. The Swahili House has a swimming pool as well as a plunge pool, a hot spring public bath, and a hot tub. This accommodation offers snorkelling and diving and many other activities.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:59
until 9 am
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel The Swahili House provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:22
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Plunge pool

Rooftop pool

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
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Essential information about The Swahili House

💵 Lowest room price 185 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 8.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Address
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Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
490 m
Museum
House of Wonders
490 m
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
490 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
490 m
Museum
Sultan's Palace
490 m
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
490 m
Market
Darajani Market
490 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
490 m
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
310 m
Park
Forodhani Park
490 m
Church
Old Slave Market
490 m
Marahubi Palace
60 m
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
150 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
200 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
210 m
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
200 m
Kelele Square
490 m
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
490 m
Kiponda
490 m
Hurumzi St
Shree Shiv Shakti Temple
150 m
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
250 m
Church
Christ Church
160 m
P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar
Imani Zuberi
60 m
Vikokotoni
320 m
Zanzibar
Friday Mosque
270 m
Hurumzi Street
490 m
Tharia St
Slave Chambers
490 m
Restaurant
Cafe Turquoise
50 m
Restaurant
Lukmaan Restaurant
340 m
Restaurant
Ma Shaa Allah Cafe
340 m
Restaurant
Forodhani Gardens
530 m
Restaurant
Meeting Point Cafe
580 m
Restaurant
Funky Monkey
600 m
Restaurant
Mama Mia
600 m

Reviews of The Swahili House

8.2 /10
Great94 reviews
Location9.4
Rooms9.0
Service8.6
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  • Perfect
    9.2

    The hotel was located in the heart of the city. The services were good.

    Katie United States, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Great breakfast with a great selection of hot/cold dishes. Very central location very close to all the main attractions in Stone Town.

    Josh United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    Its location is magnificent and absolutely perfect near the center of Stone Town. The building is traditional and the rooms are neat and unique;))

    William United States, 
  • Great
    8.8

    Located in the heart of Stone Town, this hotel provides an authentic experience of Tanzania. The cozy rooms have beautiful architecture and come with basic amenities like A/C. The rooftop restaurant offers stunning views and serves a great breakfast. The friendly staff goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. The hotel's central location allows for easy exploration of Stone Town and its attractions. One reviewer mentioned a nice garden entry, adding a touch of tranquility to the hotel.

    One reviewer mentioned that there is no WiFi in the rooms, which could be seen as a drawback for some guests.

    Ira United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    This old house is beautifully decorated and has a great roof terrace with amazing views. Located in the alleys of Stone Town, it is easy to find. The relaxed and comfortable atmosphere adds to the charm. The A/C works well, there is always bottled water, and the room is regularly sprayed for mosquitos.

    Harry United States, 
  • Great
    8.2

    We had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The location was perfect, right in the center of Stone Town, close to the ferries and markets. The hotel facilities were impressive, especially the rooftop with its amazing 360-degree views and delicious food and drinks. The staff were friendly, attentive, and always went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.

    Couldn’t fault anything!

    Charles United States, 
  • Great
    8.2

    The hotel has impressive and immaculate rooms with the ‘ Zanzibar' feel and decent bathrooms, as for instance. The property's location in the center of the town is stunning. The staff are exceptionally nice and outstandingly accommodating and really care about the guests.

    Rachel United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    I recently had the pleasure of staying at a charming boutique hotel in Stone Town, Zanzibar. This hotel has so much character and is rich in history, as it was once the home of Sultans. The traditional-style rooms, complete with balconies, truly transport you back in time. The attention to detail is impeccable, and the staff goes above and beyond to make you feel at home. I was especially impressed by the warm and friendly welcome from Joseph and Vicky, who were always ready to assist with any request. The hotel is conveniently located close to all the main attractions, making it easy to explore the fascinating streets of Stone Town.

    I was thoroughly satisfied with my stay and couldn't find any faults.

    John United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    high-class and great hotel, the services were excellent, magnificent location in the centre of stone town. we spent 3 nights in deluxe room with balcony.

    Ray United States, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Perfect location, friendly staff, great rooftop views, amazing restaurant/bar, simple yet comfortable rooms, refreshing welcome beverage.

    Couldn't fault.

    Edgar United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.8

    This hotel truly captures the essence of Stone Town with its traditional style and character. The rooms, although lacking air-conditioning, have a charming balcony where you can soak up the atmosphere. The staff were friendly and provided excellent service. The breakfast, sourced locally, was delicious with fresh fruit that left me wanting more.

    All in all, my stay at this hotel was fantastic.

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.8

    We had a fantastic Easter stay at this hotel. The location was perfect, right in the heart of a historic area. The staff were incredibly friendly and always went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The rooms had a lot of character and were kept very clean. The rooftop bar and restaurant provided stunning views of the surrounding cityscape. We also enjoyed the manager's assistance in guiding us to the best local spice market, where we found affordable and fresh spices.

    The inconvenience of cars and taxis not being able to directly reach the hotel due to the narrow streets. it would have been helpful if we had been informed upon check-in that we needed to settle our bill in cash, as there were no card facilities available.

    Ian United Kingdom, 
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