The Swahili House

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Bar (on property)
Interior
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

The Swahili House

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. Free English breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, Access to hot tub and concierge services are on-site.
The Swahili House offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes day beds. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at The Swahili House, you're just a quick walk from Christ Church Cathedral. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy international cuisine and a poolside location while dining at Rooftop Terrace
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Christ Church Cathedral and Slave Market
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
The Swahili House offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at The Swahili House.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

Guests are served a free English breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
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).
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rooftop Terrace

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number Z0000021157

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