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The Kichwa House

4.0 star property

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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next to Baby Bush, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kiwengwa

The Kichwa House places you 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kiwengwa Beach. This 5-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, free self parking, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 51 min drive - 29.4 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 54 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 54 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yako - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Kichwa House

A full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at The Kichwa House. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free wired internet. Select Comfort beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, ceiling fans, and wardrobes or closets. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.

The spa is open select days. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Laundry fee: USD 2 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number NR.A.166.2021

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Kichwa House Hotel
The Kichwa House Kiwengwa
The Kichwa House Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Kichwa House?

The Kichwa House provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Kichwa House?

This hotel is located in Kiwengwa within a short 19-minute walk of Kiwengwa Beach. You'll also find Mapenzi Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Kichwa House?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at The Kichwa House?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does The Kichwa House include a casino?

No, The Kichwa House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Kichwa House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Kichwa House a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 beach bars, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at The Kichwa House?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Kichwa House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Kichwa House serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Kichwa House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Kichwa House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Kichwa House?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Kichwa House?

The closest major airport to The Kichwa House is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 29.4 mi away (88 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Kichwa House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Kichwa House that offer a balcony.

The Kichwa House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ilaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accoglienza sempre disponibile. Molto pulita
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RAS
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024