Kisiwa House

Property class: 5 and above

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A rooftop terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Kisiwa House. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Darini, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room (Burdani)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room (Burdani)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Malkia)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Senior Suite (Sulaima)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located near the beach, Kisiwa House is in Stone Town, a neighbourhood in Zanzibar Town. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Masingini Forest and Forodhani Gardens, while Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are cultural highlights. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
Map
572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar Town, 609

What's nearby

  • A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".
    House of Wonders
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
    Old Fort
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.
    Shangani Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.
    Forodhani Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    6 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Secret Garden
    7 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town
    4 min walk

About this property

Kisiwa House

  • Luxury hotel located in Stone Town
  • Consider a stay at Kisiwa House and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Darini, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • A front desk safe, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
    • Plasma TVs with cable channels
    • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 97000 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 13149.50 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

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

Optional extras

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

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Kisiwa House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kisiwa House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kisiwa House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kisiwa House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Kisiwa House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TZS 40000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kisiwa House located?

Located in Stone Town, this luxury hotel is steps away from Marahubi Palace, People's Palace Museum and Mbweni Ruins. Jaw's Corner and St. Joseph's Cathedral are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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