Kisiwa House

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

Offering a restaurant, the historical Kisiwa House is located in the heart of historical Stone Town in Zanzibar. Free Wi-Fi access is available. As one of the oldest buildings in Stown Town, Kisiwa House combines historical elements with fresh and modern design. Decorated in Swahili style, the spacious rooms offer plush interiors and are fitted with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a mini-bar. Featuring a spa bath, private bathrooms also offer hairdryers, bathrobes and free toiletries. Panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean can be enjoyed from the roof-top restaurant, which offers local and international cuisine. Guests at Kisiwa House can relax in the garden or unwind in the courtyard lounge by the fountain. The property is within walking distance to museums, antique shops and famous landmarks. Zanzibar International Airport is a 10 minute drive from Kisiwa House. Airport Shuttles can be arranged at an additional surcharge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Jamal
Israel Israel
“the room was very good, but in the same street these was noise because of construction.”
Gisèle
Rwanda Rwanda
“Bathroom with a bathtub and his and hers sink, spacious bedroom , all the lounge areas are so pretty! The rooftop restaurant 🫰🏾”
Cunningham
South Africa South Africa
“the breakfast: fruit and yoghurt were nice, not so much the egg and meats. perhaps a more local option would be tastier”
Stephanie
Canada Canada
“Spacious room with AC and large bathroom. Courtyard is bright and pretty. Rooftop dining is comfortable. Staff are always pleasant and go out of their way to assist. They work very hard (housekeeping and porters carrying heavy luggage up steep...”
Maria
Canada Canada
“It was a wonderful experience! Very easy to communicate ahead of our booking. Frank was incredibly attentive and helpful! The room was spacious, clean, and had good AC.”
Bianca
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was amazing. I loved the view from the top floor. The staff are super friendly and helpful.”
Joanna
United States United States
“The staff Simon Simon, Fidelia, Sendra and the wonderful breakfast and breakfast waiter took great care of us. The bathroom was nearly as big as our NYC coop. Good internet and air conditioning”
Graham
South Africa South Africa
“Rooms very comfortable. Staff are very friendly and helpful.”
Areej
Oman Oman
“The modern representation of Zanzibar-arab heritage in the heart of stone town. The hotel's ambient is family-friendly and feels like home. The staff are very welcoming, approachable and attentive to guests' needs. Many tourist attractions are...”
Shadia
United States United States
“Very charming hotel. They made u feel at home from the start. Loved that it was right in the heart of stonetown. Loved the architecture and details within the hotel. Our room was nice and spacious. Really enjoyed the rooftop restaurant for bkfast...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Kisiwa restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Seafood • Local • International

Amenities of Kisiwa House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
$71 per child, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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