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The Swahili House

Property class: 2

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Kiponda Street, Mchambawima Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, 3705
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, The Swahili House is next to Christ Church Cathedral and Darajani Market. This hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Slave Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hamamni Persian Baths - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Swahili House

Guests of The Swahili House enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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Important information

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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Property is also known as

Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar Town
Swahili House Zanzibar Town
The Swahili House Hotel
The Swahili House Zanzibar Town
The Swahili House Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near The Swahili House?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Hamamni Persian Baths and Darajani Market, and within a short walk of Old Fort. You'll also find Shangani Beach and Forodhani Gardens less than a mile away.

Does The Swahili House include a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Swahili House?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does The Swahili House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Swahili House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

How close is the airport from The Swahili House?

The closest major airport to The Swahili House is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.8 mi away (16 minutes by car).