Kisiwa House
Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Room only (RO)
9 rooms
Sulaima Senior Suites, Malkia Junior Suites, Burdani Deluxe Room
All ages welcome
Getting there
about 8 km from Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume airport (ZNZ)
Wi-Fi in rooms
Overview
About Kisiwa House
Kisiwa House is a boutique heritage hotel situated in the heart of Stone Town, Zanzibar, with over 170 years of history and a family legacy of hospitality. Guests are welcomed by floral incense and an impressive historic staircase leading to nine suites and rooms adorned with luxurious, soothing décor that blends Zanzibari aesthetics with modern comforts. The property serves as a tranquil base from which to explore the town's historic markets, carved doors, and nearby attractions.
“Historic Stone Town boutique hotel; suits heritage and culture enthusiasts exploring Zanzibar's markets and carved-door architecture.”
Your stay
What's included
Board: Room only (RO)
Special offer: Combine a beach stay with a night at Kisiwa House: stays of four nights or more receive 20% off one Stone Town night. Valid 1 April to 15 June and 1 November to 15 December. Cannot be combined with other offers unless explicitly allowed.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Restaurant
- Lounge
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioning
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee station
- Safe
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Sulaima Senior Suites2 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 2 children · En-suite bathroom, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Safe
- Malkia Junior Suites2 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · En-suite bathroom, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Safe
- Burdani Deluxe Room5 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · En-suite bathroom, Air-conditioning, Mini bar, Tea/coffee station, Safe
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- How you arrive
- about 8 km from Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume airport (ZNZ)
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 13:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Children
- All ages welcome
- Malaria
- Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Good
- February: Good
- March: Good
- April: Good
- May: Good
- June: Best time to visit
- July: Best time to visit
- August: Best time to visit
- September: Best time to visit
- October: Best time to visit
- November: Good
- December: Good
- Best time to visit
- Good
How we judge each month
- Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.