Title: The Swahili House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2392285&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Swahili House Stone Town's tropical oasis blends flavors and cultures in a historic setting, where travelers can unwind by the pool or enjoy rooftop dining under the stars ## Photo gallery for The Swahili House ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - The Swahili House (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/7df8193f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished - The Swahili House (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/24a8f781.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The Swahili House (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/27b79e9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - The Swahili House (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/dfe56c1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Swahili House (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/12412735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Swahili House in Stone Town offers a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool and comfy sun loungers. Guests can enjoy international cuisine at the Rooftop Terrace restaurant, relax in the spa tub, or dine al fresco while taking in stunning views of the surrounding area. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 17 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/77160c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Day bed Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 226 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zanzibar-Town.dx6143849) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.16150%2C39.19239&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-xsAmj8yOcsFXjesqSLpD2fkxMA=) Stone Town, Zanzibar Town ### What's nearby - Christ Church Cathedral \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Slave Market \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - House of Wonders \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Forodhani Gardens \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Old Fort \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 21 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬5 min walk - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬4 min walk - ‪Secret Garden - ‬1 min walk - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### The Swahili House Hotel located in Stone Town Free English breakfast, a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at The Swahili House. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Rooftop Terrace, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and concierge services - A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a front desk safe Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Property Registration Number Z0000021157 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Swahili House Swahili House Hotel 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 ### Does The Swahili House have a pool? ### Is The Swahili House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Swahili House? ### What time is check-in at The Swahili House? ### What time is check-out at The Swahili House? ### Does The Swahili House provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Swahili House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Swahili House Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Patrick 30 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities À very authentic retreat in the middle of the old town, just a stone throw away from the amazing Darjhani souk. Kind and helpful staff ![The bed is made up like this every night](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/64af81ce-ce08-4c7c-a784-167fbad4c565-1767073200609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Quite a shower 😅](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b6694ba1-b1b7-4467-9bc7-bde8e89e81ae-1767073200026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Patrick Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great friendly staff Unique well kept older building with a central location and access to the markets right outside the door ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### caroline 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely large rooms with wonderful roof top terrace and friendly, helpful staff. ##### caroline Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 28 Dec 2023 We highly recommend this stunning hotel in the heart of StoneTown. The people are wonderful and the rooftop restaurant has delicious food and spectacular views. Don’t hesitate! Book your room now. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great stay in a beautiful and historic building. We came to The Swahili House after a week-long safari in Tanzania. Our guide happened to know the manager at Swahili House and we met him upon check in. Our experience was great start to finish -- staff was so kind, a welcome drink on the rooftop terrace upon arrival, the room was clean and large, and the staff helped us arrange a city tour and transportation from the airport and to our next destination. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The rooftop bar was extremely good, wonderful view and great service. The breakfast is absolutely fine. The room could use a new mattress and maybe some furniture like a table or something to hang your stuff. But all in all definitely a recommendation. ##### Linda Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### anne marie 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort The building architect amazing, the staff good, breakfast was delicious.the bed was so hard it was like sleeping on a wood box, which was with a box spring on the floor.Other guests also complaining.The bathroom has a big opening with no door. I asked him to credit it the dinner for the terrible nights sleep and my sore back, he said he could not do that. ##### anne marie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vanessa 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Fabulous rooftop bar, great breeze, excellent included breakfast, very helpful staff. NO wifi in rooms, only at reception area and rooftop bar/restaurant. Located on VERY narrow cobblestone street with ONLY motorcycle access. NO taxi or car service directly to hotel. MUST walk 5 - 10 minutes from street through crowded souq/market area to reach hotel. However, you can call the hotel and they can send someone out to the street area in front of the market entrance to help carry your bags and navigate entrance to hotel. Good central location. Safe area. Pool in photo is deceiving as it is more like a very large bath tub or splash pool. It was not very clean! ##### Vanessa Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Olivia 2 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very central location for Stone Town. Easy to walk to local attractions. Less easy to get back to but that is due to the many narrow streets rather and geography of the area and nothing to do with the hotel! The hotel is known by everyone so if you get lost someone will help you get back. It is noisy with building work going on nearby, calls to prayer, and the church bells ringing but we expected that to be the case and soon got used to it. The air conditioning, fan and turn down service including bug spray were greatly appreciated. Great shower and toiletries provided. Front desk and cleaning staff were very friendly and helpful. Most restaurant staff were also very good - 1 or 2 seemed to stand back and not help out much. The food was ok - some was excellent (the chickpea curry was delicious), but other things (tuna and burgers) we had better outside of the hotel. Happy hour includes all cocktails, beer and wine so well worth sitting on the roof top at sunset to enjoy some drinks with a great view. As we stayed on the 3rd floor we were very grateful for the elevator. You cannot park outside the hotel so be aware you will need to walk from your transport to the hotel (short walk through market) - our driver helpfully took our cases for us. ##### Olivia Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### eddy 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The place is amazing, with beautiful decor and beautiful view form the terrace. I would definitely go back. ##### eddy Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Janine 15 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Quaint Great staff, true to "felt like a sultan" ##### Janine ### 10/10 Excellent #### Magdalena 12 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic accomodation, very friendly and competent employees, quick answers, good airport transfer and on time, just enjoyed the hotel the second time and I would come again. Thank's to the host, warm regards Magda ##### Magdalena Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sanne Mussa 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness #### Didnt meet our expectations With the price paid, the hotel didnt meet our expectations. If the price is lowered to around 70 USD per night, I would say the hotel is okay. Breakfast was boring though. ##### Sanne Mussa Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### TOMAS 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Atendimento foi incrível, o prédio é antigo mas relativamente bem conservado ##### TOMAS Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jutta 29 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Die Menschen dort sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Das Haus ist sehr schön, im alten Stil. Das Frühstück lässt zu wünschen übrig. so könnte z. B. auch Erdnussbutter ohne Zucker, Produkte ohne Weizenmehl, wie z. B. Reismehl-Kokos Fladen angeboten werden. Die Dachterrasse ist wunderschön. ##### Jutta Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Celia 25 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super séjour Super séjour au cœur de stone Town . Idéalement situé pour visiter la ville . Établissement et décoration typique . Petit plus pour le rooftop au petit déjeuner qui est super agréable . Nous avons adoré notre séjour ! ##### Celia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### SAMIA 22 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bien Hotel propre, grande chambre mais pas de vue agreable. Service peut etre parfois très lent (j'ai attendu une fois plus de 2 heures pour avoir mon diner!). Staff très sympa. Hotel situé dans les petites ruelles donc un peu inquietant la nuit quand on est seule. ##### SAMIA Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Tulin 14 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The staff is very friendly and the hotel is very nice. Only dissappointing thing is the breakfast. For this price i was expecting a more wide breakfast. For example: not just boiled eggs but omelette, avocado etc. ##### Tulin Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lucia 26 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cute place I liked the Swahili House, of course it’s right in stone town so an easy walk to any destination. The bed was big and comfortable. Only thing I didn’t like was that there is a door to the bathroom, but the wall doesn’t go all the way up so not much privacy there. Loved the rooftop, the wraps were good — wish we weren’t the only people there + more music would have been nice for it not to Ge so quiet. They also didn’t see our reservation or expect that we were coming! ##### Lucia Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olga 7 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome place Amazing place, the staff is so friendly and helpful, love this place and I will be back for sure... ##### Olga Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn 5 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Swahili House is a beautiful hotel nestled in the centre of Stone Town so it’s very easy to get around on foot. The staff were very nice and friendly, and the rooftop restaurant has a wonderful view over the town and the port. The wifi wasn’t so great; so be sure to let your loved ones know that your connection will be limited so they don’t worry about you. Otherwise no complaints! I look forward to staying there for my next visit to Zanzibar ##### Marilyn Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great service and good value The staff were really friendly and helpful. Very beautiful traditional rooms and very comfortable. Everything is walkable from the hotel. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie 9 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mycket bra! Hotellet och dess personal var jättebra, läget var lite opraktiskt, åtminstone om man som vi hade mycket packning eftersom man var tvungen att gå i smala gränder under pågående marknad , det var väl det enda negativa... ##### Marie Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo, Johannesburg 24 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very Friendly staff and reception. Nice central location makws sightseeing easy within Stonetown. The hitel has an authentic feel and loved the rooftop bar where I could watch the sun set and the day unwind. ##### Jo Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 9 Sept 2018 #### Nice Hotel Swahili House is a great hotel in the Stone Town. It is within easy walking distance of anything in the Stone Town. The staff are friendly and the rooftop bar is a nice place to chill and have a drink. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels.d5489.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Grand Sylhet Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sylhet-Hotels-Grand-Sylhet-Hotel-Resort.h76783682.Hotel-Information) > > [ME Sitges Terramar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sitges-Hotels-ME-Sitges-Terramar.h1216772.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Balcony in Florence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balcony.0-0-d1222-tHotelswithBalcony.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Mirfield Monastery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mirfield-Hotels-The-Mirfield-Monastery.h6419624.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sydney Central Business District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Central-Business-District-Sydney-Hotels.0-n6050650-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Pool in Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d5477-tHotelswithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Pet-Friendly Hotels in Abergavenny](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abergavenny-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d5610-tPetFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [5 Star Hotels in Kingswinford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Kingswinford-Hotels.s50-0-d6227949.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Jackson Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Jackson-Court-Hotel.h1681303.Hotel-Information) > > [Imagine Renting Your Own 5-star Private Cyprus Villa on the Beach, Paphos Villa 1411](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Luxury-5-Bedroom-Villa-With-Private-Pool.h48555162.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Oleander](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palma-De-Mallorca-Hotels-Hotel-Oleander.h2156393.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotels Reykjavik](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik-Apart-Hotels.d6054688-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [5 Star Hotels in Ogmore-by-Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Ogmore-By-Sea-Hotels.s50-0-d3000430234.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sandaway Beach Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ilfracombe-Hotels-Sandaway-Beach-Holiday-Park.h17675263.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Algarve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Algarve-Hotels.d182215.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near St. Peter's Basilica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Peters-Basilica-Hotels.0-l6074144-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Birmingham Moor Street Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Moor-Street-Station-Hotels.d6234669.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Llandudno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d5621--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Sparks Marina Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sparks-Marina-Park-Reno.d6065185.Attraction) > > [Spain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/golf-holidays/166/Spain) > > [Santa Cruz Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.d6666.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Lanzarote](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/282/Lanzarote) ### General ---