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The Swahili House

3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Reception
Interior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
Feel at home
  • Separate bedroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • Free toiletries
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk
  • Shangani Beach - 8 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 17 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Swahili House

The Swahili House is only 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Rooftop Terrace, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar, a hot tub and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

Dutch, English, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Rooftop Terrace – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.00 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 2 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number Z0000021157

Also known as

Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar Town
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Swahili House Zanzibar Town
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Swahili House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Swahili House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Swahili House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Swahili House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Swahili House?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Swahili House.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Swahili House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Swahili House?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Swahili House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, kayaking and scuba-diving. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Swahili House?
Yes, Rooftop Terrace offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.
What's the area around The Swahili House like?
The Swahili House is in Stone Town, a short 3-minute walk from Slave Market and 7 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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