THE SWAHILI HOUSE, Zanzibar – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Swahili House has 5 floors built around a traditional Zanzibar courtyard. Rooms feature en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Some rooms include mosquito nets, air conditioning, and fans. An extra single bed can be added on request. The rooftop terrace has a plunge pool and sundeck.
Dining Options
The rooftop restaurant serves fresh seafood and Mediterranean tapas. The bar offers wines, international spirits, and cocktails. Breakfast includes Swahili-inspired dishes.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can arrange Spice Tours, visits to Jozani Forest, and Stone Town tours. The rooftop terrace provides ocean views. Fumba Beach Lodge, a 30-minute drive away, offers secluded beach access.
Location & Transport
The hotel is in Stone Town, near Hamamni Persian Baths (0.5 km), Sultan's Palace (0.5 km), and Forodhani Park (0.5 km). Kisauni is 10 km away. Selous Wilderness Camp is a 45-minute flight away.
Services
Walking safaris with armed scouts can be arranged. The hotel assists with dive bookings in the Indian Ocean. Extra beds are available for children under 12.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Rooftop pool
- Plunge pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Location
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