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Kisiwa House

572 Baghani Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 242 235 654
From
C$ 166
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 1100 reviews
1,100 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
C$ 166
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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. It also offers a coffee bar, free Wi-Fi and an express check-in and check-out feature.

The hotel has 11 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Airport transfers, a dry cleaning service and a laundry service are available upon enquiry.

Kisiwa House offers spacious rooms equipped with a mini bar and a hair dryer.

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

Zanzibar International Airport is a 10-minute drive from Kisiwa House. For those who want to explore the area, the staff at the tour desk are happy to book tours and activities.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 1,100 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Kisiwa House

Mon 22/9
Tue 23/9
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
C$ 166
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 166
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 175
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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
  • 24hr 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
1100 verified ratings
Wonderful
662
Very good
216
Good
101
Okay
56
Fair
30
Mediocre
15
Poor
21

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 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Kisiwa House

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March
January
C$ 188
C$ 253
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 35% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Kisiwa House

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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 March and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Kisiwa House, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Kisiwa House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 249, while the most expensive was C$ 249.
  • How long should you stay at Kisiwa House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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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 1:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
1.0 km
Zanzibar Intl
7.6 km

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