The Swahili House Hotel

Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Stone Town Market

Located in the Stone Town district, around 500 metres from Darajani Market, the 3-star The Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar features a shared lounge and recreational facilities. This Zanzibar hotel offers 22 rooms in a prime touristic area of the city near a boat dock.

Location

The hotel enjoys a prime setting in the centre of Zanzibar, in the vicinity of the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. The Swahili House Zanzibar is ideally situated only 6 minutes' walk from the Forodhani Park. The property is also a few moments from Mnazi Mmoja and Kiwengwa bus station is merely 500 metres away. For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

A separate toilet and a shower, along with toiletries and bath sheets, are provided. Rooms of the hotel overlook the city.

Food & Drinks

The Swahili House offers a free breakfast daily. The dining at the à la carte restaurant includes international dishes and fruit desserts. You can select laid-back drinks served at the lounge bar. Guests can also enjoy African food at House of Spices located approximately a 5-minute walk away.

Leisure & Activities

Pool area features loungers not to mention a swimming pool. The availability of a golf playground guarantees guests an active stay at the Swahili House Zanzibar.

Why choose The Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar

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  • Rooftop terrace with ocean view

  • Authentic Swahili-style rooms

  • Fresh seafood dining options

  • On-site hot tub relaxation

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Swimming Pool

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Swimming Pool
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Recreation

  • Rooftop pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 12:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 01:00 until 09:00

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From USD 90 per night
Check-in 12 May 2026
Check-out 13 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

 -  Stone Town Market
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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 90 per night
    Check-in 12 May 2026
    Check-out 13 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
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    13 May 2026
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    from 12:00 until 23:59
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    from 01:00 until 09:00