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Kisiwa House

3.5 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor dining
Senior Suite (Sulaima)
Property entrance
Breakfast meal
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar Town, 609
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room (Burdani)

Deluxe Twin Room (Burdani)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room (Burdani)

Deluxe Double Room (Burdani)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite (Malkia)

Junior Suite (Malkia)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Senior Suite (Sulaima)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Kisiwa House puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town, within steps of Jaw's Corner and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a rooftop terrace. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Stone Town hotel include Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum.

What's nearby

  • Nakupenda Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kisiwa House

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Kisiwa House. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1976
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kisiwa House offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Darini

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1976
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kisiwa House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 97000 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 9899.08 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 40000 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 97000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kisiwa
Kisiwa House
Kisiwa House Zanzibar Town
Kisiwa Zanzibar Town
Kisiwa House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town
Kisiwa House Guesthouse
Kisiwa House Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Kisiwa House Hotel Stone Town
Kisiwa House Hotel
Kisiwa House Zanzibar Town
Kisiwa House Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kisiwa House?

Kisiwa House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Kisiwa House?

Yep, Kisiwa House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kisiwa House?

Yep, Kisiwa House is a short 4-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach.

Is Kisiwa House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kisiwa House is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kisiwa House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kisiwa House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Kisiwa House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kisiwa House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kisiwa House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.