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The Swahili House

Stone Town

Ranked 49 out of 50 beach resorts in zanzibar

8.1
286 reviews

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
  • Max 2 Adults
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    This air-conditioned room includes a fan and the bed is draped in mosquito nets.The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries are provided for guests to make use of during their stay.An extra single bed can be placed in some of the rooms on request.Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 2 adults + 1 child under 12 years (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and may be lower than indicated in the policies.

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    Guest Ratings For This Property

    8.1
    Based on 286 Reviews
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    Comfort

    8.5

    Cleanliness

    8.41

    Value For Money

    8.01

    Facilities

    7.92

    Reviewers Mention About The Swahili House

    The Swahili House has a rooftop restaurant with one of the best views in Stonetown. The food is generally good, but a bit pricey. The menu descriptions don't always match the actual dishes. The rooft (Read More)op bar is great for drinks and offers a fantastic view of the sunset. However, it's cash only for non-hotel guests, which can be inconvenient. Overall, the ambiance, staff friendliness, and authentic Swahili food make it worth a visit.

    Guest Reviews

    Nina
    young couple
    7.0
    Good
    Good
    The staff were really helpful and it was a traditional hotel.
    There were a couple of loud mosques nearby which start up pretty early.

    Published on 27 Dec 2023

    Sandra
    solo traveller
    9.0
    Superb
    Perfect stay
    Everything was perfect , thank you

    Published on 09 Dec 2023

    Kellsie
    solo traveller
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Superb! Definitely the place to stay in Stone town
    This hotel was superb. It was even nicer than I expected. The building is gorgeous and historical. The location is perfect, little winding street in Stone town a few streets away from the water which was nice and quieter than right on the water. The roof top was amazing! The breakfast provided many options with a stunning breezy atmosphere. Great restaurant options and cocktails as well. The room was spotless and very large, exceptionally comfortable.
    nothing

    Published on 03 Nov 2023

    Franziska
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    Superb
    Great location. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The view from the rooftop terrace is one of the best in Stone Town. The room was nice and clean.
    It is pretty loud around the building but that is normal for the whole of Stone Town.

    Published on 20 Oct 2023

    Kristina
    young couple
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Exceptional
    Great location, super building and lovely staff. Everything we needed and it felt Fancy.
    Nothing

    Published on 12 Oct 2023

    Declan
    solo traveller
    7.0
    Good
    Good
    Rooftop bar
    Breakfast

    Published on 23 Sep 2023

    Catherine
    family with young children
    8.0
    Very good
    Well situated in stonetown
    The location was good. The room was ok not as presented on the website but met our needs. The rooftop restaurant was very good for apro / evening meals All the staff are friendly and attentive. The manager, Mr. Bakari is a kind man, listens and addressed our issues.
    At check in we were checked into a basement room with no windows. This room was far from that which was advertised. The manager, Mr. Bakari was kind enough to put us in another room. Some improvement on breakfast variety would be good

    Published on 02 Sep 2023

    Mette
    solo traveller
    9.0
    Superb
    Superb
    Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, great view from the rooftop

    Published on 01 Sep 2023

    Isaac
    solo traveller
    5.0
    Passable
    Not so spectacular
    The location and the breakfast was good
    The Wifi is a sham. It just doesn't work

    Published on 25 Aug 2023

    Rachel
    family with young children
    9.0
    Superb
    Historic comfortable stay
    Lovely authentic hotel with an excellent rooftop bar - great for sunset and for seeing the town

    Published on 16 Aug 2023

    Location & Nearby Places

    0.8 Km from city center

    Stone Town

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    All Facilities for The Swahili House

    Category Facilities
    Activities Happy hour, Cooking class, Snorkelling, Walking tours, Diving, Tour or class about local culture.
    Business facilities Fax/photocopying.
    Miscellaneous Wheelchair accessible, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests.
    Safety features Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities.
    Accessibility Upper floors accessible by elevator.
    Bathroom Toilet, Bath, Shower, Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper.
    Room Amenities Plunge pool, Air conditioning, Rooftop pool, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fan, Wardrobe or closet.
    Food & Drink Fruits, Wine/champagne, Breakfast in the room, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Outdoor furniture, Room service, Restaurant, Bar.
    Safety & security 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
    Services Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi.
    Cleaning services Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
    Services & Extras Linen, Towels.
    Common areas Sun terrace.
    Reception services Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Currency exchange.
    Entertainment and family services Babysitting/child services, Board games/puzzles.
    Pool and wellness Sun umbrellas, Outdoor pool (all year), Swimming pool, Outdoor pool, Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs.
    Transport Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Car hire, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Street parking, Airport drop off, Shuttle service (additional charge).
    Outdoor & View Terrace, View.

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