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Zanzibar City

Kisiwa House

572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar City, 609

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Historical Charm and Modern Comfort

    Experience the unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort at Kisiwa House. Located in the heart of historical Stone Town in Zanzibar, this hotel offers beautifully decorated rooms with Swahili style touches, flat-screen TVs, and spa baths in the private bathrooms.

  • Scenic Rooftop Dining

    Indulge in a culinary journey with panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean at the rooftop restaurant. Enjoy a mix of local and international cuisine while taking in the breathtaking surroundings.

  • Relaxation and Convenience

    Unwind in the garden or courtyard lounge, or explore nearby museums and antique shops within walking distance. With Zanzibar International Airport just a 10-minute drive away, let us arrange your airport shuttle for a seamless travel experience.

Book your stay at Kisiwa House now for a memorable getaway.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Historical charm

  • Attentive staff

  • Excellent location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

45 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Guest services

  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage

Services & essentials

  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

711 reviews
10/ 10
We came here after a horrible stay at another property This place is excellent. Great breakfasts and dinners at a rooftop restaurant. very nice and helpful staff. Clean. The location is great, close to many attractions and restaurants.
Marta · couple · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

9.2out of 10
711 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Historical charm
  • Attentive staff
  • Excellent location

Worth knowing — Occasional noise from the restaurant · Overpriced restaurant

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.8

    Staff were described as kind, attentive, and friendly across multiple reviews.

  • Overall Experience9.6

    Overall positive sentiment with multiple recommendations from guests.

  • Location9.3

    Conveniently located near the center of Stone Town, perfect for sightseeing.

  • Cleanliness9.3

    Most reviews indicate that the hotel is meticulously cleaned and very hygienic.

  • Room Quality9.3

    Rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated, and comfortable.

  • Value for Money9.3

    Good value for a historic building with positive remarks in several reviews.

  • Amenities8.8

    Includes rooftop dinner experience and breakfast; however, some minor drawbacks mentioned.

  • Food and Beverage8.3

    Food was mentioned to be good, but one review noted that the restaurant was overpriced and lacking.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

77% of 13 recent stays rated 8+

9.2711 reviews
  • Perfect place

    10/10

    Marta · couple · 2026-10-23

    “We came here after a horrible stay at another property This place is excellent. Great breakfasts and dinners at a rooftop restaurant. very nice and helpful staff. Clean. The location is great, close to many attractions and restaurants.”

  • Perfecto!

    9/10

    Princess · couple · 2026-10-20

    “The cleaniness was top notch. Sparkly. Staff were so kind. Food was excellent. Oh my, they are gooooooddddddd!!!!”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Antoine L · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “- very immersive hotel design and ambiance into Stone Town history - excellent breakfast - functional room - attentive staff”

  • Poor customer service

    3/10

    Paula · couple · 2026-10-17

    “Beautiful historical building, very comfortable rooms, outstanding staff”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Ilan · couple · 2026-10-17

    “Hotel magnifique, mobilier magnifique, personnel au top, le petit dej est incroyable (juste le diner a 40$ ne vaut pas forcément le coup)”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    ELIO HUMBERTO · solo traveller · 2026-10-16

    “1. The location 2. The kindness and support given by the staff, specially Brenda who provide me all the attention to make my stay comfortable and easier due my special requests. 3. The atmosphere and the decoration of the hotel”

  • Alojamiento muy centrico

    9/10

    Marta · couple · 2026-10-15

    “situado en pleno centro de stone town. Personal muy amable. Habitación muy bonita y cama grande muy cómoda. Por las tardes, te preparan la habitación para los mosquitos abriendo la cortina de la cama. El baño tenía ducha y bañera. Te reponen todos los días botellas de agua ya que la del grifo no es apta.”

  • Terrific time at Kisiwa House

    10/10

    Graham · solo traveller · 2026-10-10

    “Brenda and the team at Kisiwa house did an amazing job of looking after my wife and I. ( Simone & Graham ) nothing was too much trouble for the friendly and competent staff at Kisiwa House, we would love to come back again for a longer stay in Stone Town 🇹🇿🇹🇿”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Paul · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “Great hotel, super staff super food”

  • Not worth the money

    6/10

    Tom · couple · 2026-09-17

    “The location is great, central. The best thing was the breakfast actually… you have on their rooftop terrace, the food is nice and even though it’s an à la carte setup, they let you eat how much you desire”

  • Lovely hotel in the heart of beautiful, historic Stonetown, Zanzibar

    8/10

    Carla · couple · 2026-09-13

    “Friendly and professional staff. Lovely hotel, well-situated.”

  • Nice hotel with issues.

    7/10

    Steven · extended group · 2026-09-12

    “Beautiful historic building. Great location. Great food”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Moosa · family with children · 2026-09-03

    “Amazing hotel and all round great hospitality!”

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