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Spice Island Hotel & Resort
4.0 star property

Ocean-view hotel with a poolside bar, near Jambiani Beach

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Spice Island Hotel & Resort

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Boating
Property grounds
1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets
Sun deck
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Spice Island Hotel & Resort

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Explore the area

Map
Main Road Paje, Jambiani, 2484
  • Popular LocationJambiani Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationKuza Cave6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaje Beach12 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)81 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Sea Front Double Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Sea Front Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Twin Bed Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Double Room Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Jambiani

Located in Jambiani, Spice Island Hotel & Resort is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cave exploring nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min walk
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive
  • Kuza Cave - 6 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 12 min drive
  • Bwejuu Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • African Bbq - 4 min drive
  • Mr. Kahawa - 5 min drive
  • B4 Beach Club - 4 min drive
  • Oxygen - 5 min drive
  • Jambo (Fridays) - 5 min drive

About this property

Spice Island Hotel & Resort

Upscale hotel by the ocean
Located close to Jambiani Beach, Spice Island Hotel & Resort provides a beach bar, a poolside bar and a corner/local shop. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a facial, a sports massage or a body treatment at Malikia Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, children's meals and international cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as sailing, boat tours and snorkelling. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and shopping on-site.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket information, wedding services and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Spice Island Hotel & Resort boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as late-night room service and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0.72 per hour)

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • JETTI BAR (Seabridge)

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 17 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 April and 1 June.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.00 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.00 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0.72 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (return)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Spice Island Hotel & Resort
Spice Island Hotel & Resort Jambiani
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Frequently asked questions

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Spice Island Hotel & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Spice Island Hotel & Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jambiani Beach, Kuza Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar. Paje Beach is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

Spice Island Hotel & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Farouk

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Patio steps unmarked making progress a little risky
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saoula

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gunnar

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Helle

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helga

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Adel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAOS EVA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!
Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

A. M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020