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Kholle House Hotel - Zanzibar

Malindi 607/608, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map

$$$$

Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Staff9.4

Location9.1

Comfort9.0

Cleanliness8.9

Facilities8.8

Who stays here

Couples38%

Solo29%

Families25%

Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.7Great

Staff9.4

Location9.1

Comfort9.0

Cleanliness8.9

Facilities8.8

Who stays here

Couples38%

Solo29%

Families25%

Groups8%

1860-built boutique hotel showcasing Princess Kholle's artifacts in Stone Town

Dining & Entertainment

Kholle House's on-site restaurant serves fresh International and Swahili Coast dishes. Live Taarab music events take place on the rooftop tea house during themed dinner nights. A Swahili dinner on the rooftop includes live musicians and explanations of local cuisine.

Rooms & Design

Nine uniquely designed rooms at Kholle House combine Swahili and French-Creole design elements. Each room has a private, hand-carved Swahili balcony. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, and antique furnishings.

Wellness & Pool

The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by lush gardens and sun loungers at Kholle House Zanzibar. In-room spa services use locally sourced ingredients for massages and treatments. A spa and wellness centre is available on-site.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Kholle House Stone Town is a two-minute walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and close to Stone Town Beach. The Old Fort of Zanzibar and House of Wonders are within walking distance. The hotel offers knowledgeable guides for city tours and excursions.

Services & Family

The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and private check-in/check-out. Babysitting or child services are available, along with kids' meals and family rooms at Kholle House Hotel Zanzibar. Airport shuttle and car hire can be arranged.

History: Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, central Stone Town
Dining: Live Taarab music dinners on rooftop tea house
Rooms: Nine rooms with hand-carved Swahili balconies
Wellness: In-room spa services with locally sourced ingredients
Location: 2-minute walk from ferry terminal, near Old Fort
Activities: Guided city tours and Spice plantation visits

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

from 05:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 3.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

Swahili

Building

Number of rooms:12

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Rooms and availability

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Classic Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Suite

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Apartment

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Spa & wellness center

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room view

Garden view
With view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Kholle House Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	92 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	5.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Malindi 607/608, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Malindi 607/608, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Malindi 607/608, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

The Peace Memorial Museum

200 yd

Gallery

Hellen Art Gallery

200 yd

Mizingani Rd

Old Dispensary

100 yd

Museums

House of Wonders

100 yd

Museums

Old Fort of Zanzibar

100 yd

Historic Site

Stone Town

100 yd

Museums

Sultan's Palace

100 yd

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

100 yd

Market

Darajani Market

100 yd

Church

Old Slave Market

100 yd

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

100 yd

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

100 yd

Parks

Forodhani Park

100 yd

Jamatini Rd

Malindi Mosque

100 yd

200 Hurumzi Street

The Zanzibar Curio shop

100 yd

Kelele Square

100 yd

Gallery

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

100 yd

Cathedral St

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

100 yd

Restaurant

The Abyssinian's Steak House

100 yd

Restaurant

Zenji Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

House of Spices

100 yd

Restaurant

Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

The Swahili House

100 yd

Restaurant

Two Tables

100 yd

Restaurant

Cafe Africano

100 yd

Restaurant

Coco de Mer

100 yd

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