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Stone Town · Zanzibar City · Tanzania

The Swahili House

From US$131 a night — varies by your dates

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Excellent
424 reviews
8.3
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Facilities for disabled guestsWheelchair accessibleParkingSwimming poolRestaurantRoom service
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About this hotel

The Swahili House is a 3-star hotel in Zanzibar City, Tanzania.

Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Stone Town Traditional Swahili Decor Experience the charm of traditional Swahili style in our beautifully decorated rooms. Each room offers a comfortable stay with a fan and mosquito nets for a restful night's sleep. Rooftop Dining and Relaxation Indulge in fresh seafood and Mediterranean Tapas at our rooftop restaurant with stunning views. Unwind in the hot tub while overlooking the Indian Ocean, creating a truly memorable experience. Convenient Location and Excursions Located in the center of Stone Town, explore the bustling markets and nearby attractions easily. Let us arrange exciting excursions to Spice Tours, Jozani Forest, and more upon your request. Book now to enjoy a unique stay at The Swahili House and create unforgettable memories!

Guest reviews

8.3
Excellent
424 reviews

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Deborah🇧🇪
25 Aug 2026
8.0

Pros: All the staff of this hotel will make your stay a very great experience. Thank you to all of them. They hotel is cosy with a Sanzibar charm that will make feel like home. Cons: Internet must be in the room

Mélanie🇫🇷
24 Aug 2026
7.0

Pros: Hôtel en plein centre avec beaucoup de charme. Personnel à l'accueil avec un excellent service (et parlant un très bon français). Cons: Très déçues car la "piscine" était vide et nous avions choisi cet hôtel pour celle ci. La restauration pourrait être améliorée.

Ayshan🇹🇷
23 Aug 2026
1.0

Don’t choose this place — you’ll regret it!

I’ve probably stayed in hundreds of hotels, but I’ve never seen a bed this terrible. Honestly, sleeping on a rock would have been better — at least we would know it was a rock! What kind of bed is this? We stayed for two nights and ended up with such bad back pain that we had to rush to get a massage. The breakfast was absolutely awful as well. There’s no phone in the room, not even a kettle. It feels like the hotel is stuck in another century. And check-out is at 10 a.m… Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone. The only good thing about this place is the staff. They are incredib

Axel🇫🇷
20 Aug 2026
8.0

Hôtel au cœur de Stone Town

Pros: Hôtel au cœur de Stone Town avec malheureusement beaucoup de bruit (lié à la ville et pas forcément à l’hôtel). Pratique pour se rendre dans les points d’intérêts à pied Le personnel souriant et accueillant. Le rooftop permet d’avoir une vue sur la ville et sur le couché de soleil Cons: Chambre pas insonorisé (simple moustiquaire au fenêtre) et donc bruit de la ville toute la nuit

Tsuyoshi🇯🇵
17 Aug 2026
8.0

アクセスの良さと静かさは抜群。見晴らしも最高に落ち着ける地域で一番背の高いホテル❣️

古いが素敵な部屋でした。ルーフトップのレストランは風が通り心地よく、タバコも吸えるし、景色も抜群❣️ スタッフがめちゃくちゃ優しい対応で、レストランのスタッフも楽しい会話で旅を盛り上げてくれた。 迷路のようなエリアで、ホテルに帰れるか心配だったが,慣れてくると、大変便利な立地。タクシーは入ってこれないが,迎えに来てくれるし、全く問題なし。 料理が美味くて、ここを選んで良かった(^O^)

Typical weather

October here averages 27°C, with around 64 mm of rain across the month.

Climate data: NASA POWER

Twenty-year averages for this area, not a forecast.

Nearby

UNESCO World Heritage Sites nearby