Kisiwa House

3 stars
572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
8.6
Very good
based on 1112 reviews
1,112 reviews
Wed 29/10
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Thu 30/10
1 room, 2 guests
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€103
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Nightly total
Deluxe room
€103
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Overview

Situated amongst a variety of popular tourist attractions, shops and restaurants, Kisiwa House is ideal for guests wanting to explore Zanzibar Town and its surroundings. The multiple amenities this elegant hotel offers include free Wi-Fi, a coffee bar and an express check-in and check-out feature.

Kisiwa House has recently undergone refurbishment and features an airport shuttle, laundry facilities and a concierge. It also provides a safe, room service and a tour desk.

Every room at the hotel features a mini bar and all the necessities for a comfortable stay.

With its on-site restaurant that serves international and local dishes, Kisiwa House provides guests with all they need for an enjoyable night without having to leave the hotel.

Kisiwa House is located under a 10-minute drive from Zanzibar International Airport.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 1,112 verified guest reviews

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€103
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Amenities at Kisiwa House

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Laundry service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Kisiwa House

8.6
Very good
1112 verified ratings
Wonderful
668
Very good
219
Good
102
Okay
56
Fair
30
Mediocre
15
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great service, friendly staff, and clean, spacious rooms. The location was also a highlight, making it easy to explore the area. However, some guests mentioned issues with noise levels and a lack of certain amenities like an elevator and bar service.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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Location

572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Old Fort275 m
  • Stone Town Beach312 m
  • House of Wonders331 m
  • Forodhani Gardens350 m
  • Slave Chambers0.4 km
  • Stone Town0.4 km
  • Christ Church0.4 km
  • Livingstone's House1.6 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.5 km
  • Changuu Island5.5 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.5 km
  • Chumbe Island12.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 13:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Kisiwa House

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October
January
€166
Cheapest month to stay with an average 5% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 6% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Kisiwa House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Kisiwa House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and June.
  • The cheapest price a room at Kisiwa House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €155, while the most expensive was €155.
  • How long should you stay at Kisiwa House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Kisiwa House

  • Where is Kisiwa House located?

    Kisiwa House is located at 572 Baghani Street, 1 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Old Fort is the closest landmark to Kisiwa House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Kisiwa House?

    Check-in time is 13:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Kisiwa House.

  • Does Kisiwa House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Kisiwa House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Kisiwa House from the airport?

    Kisiwa House is 7.6 km from Zanzibar Intl. Kisiwa House is 79.2 km from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Kisiwa House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Kisiwa House in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Kisiwa House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Kisiwa House.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.3
1.0 km
Zanzibar Intl
7.6 km

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