Kholle House
Malindi 607/608, 842 Zanzibar City, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 646 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
the bed was so comfortable, the room was clean the staff was really helpful and let me made a late checkout its just a very nice authentic place the breakfast varieties are amazing ♥️
EgyptIts so peaceful and and the house is decorated with sofisticated taste. The breakfast was great, even the restaurant was pretty good and the staff nice! After a walking day you are happy to relax in the pool.
FranceA palace during the era of the Omani Sultan, ancient, charming and clean in the center of Stone Town close to everything. The staff are helpful and wonderful. Thank you all (Fatima, Juma, Maria), the breakfast is delicious and varied, and the hotel restaurant is in the palace garden
Jordanthis is an amazing, historic, charming place to stay. former house of the omani princess; restored and converted, with just amazing staff and hospitality. We only stayed one night but wish we stayed more.
United Arab Emiratesstayed in this beautiful boutique hotel for one night and everything was perfect, very attentive and friendly staff, on-site restaurant serves delicious dinner, I had to depart very early for my ferry to DAR and the hotel prepared some to-go breakfast for me
United States of Americareally beautiful old house. maybe not super luxurious / new in terms of the small things, but absolutely wonderfully done renovation of an old Zanzibar house. they also have a really cool top floor tea area where you can sit and get a cool breeze and watch ships coming and go. also such great value. tasty breakfast with good juice and delicious fruit.
United States of Americanice pool, good location in the old city close to the corniche, nice breakfast everyday fresh, good balcony looking to the indoor garden. the fresh hibiscus with vanilla (karkidi) is not to be missed! best ever. the feel is like a traditional Moroccan riad
United Arab EmiratesEvery aspect of this property is an absolute delight. The location is within very easy access to the ferry terminal, to a multitude of sightseeing, restaurants, shops, beach access, walking areas. The hotel restaurant is right in the pool and garden grounds area. It's a quiet, cool oasis within the city. Restoration of this historic property is impeccable.
United States of Americanice house with nice decoration that brings you back to the old times. big spacious rooms and super escute garden and pool. the food in the restaurant is very good.
United Arab EmiratesSince we only stayed for a few hours as we have an early flight I can say we still enjoyed our stay. The pool is nice and the place was relaxing. The food is amazing as well.
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Eva
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Entesar
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Ranya
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Fai
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Derek
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Liz
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Gayla
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Ana
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Pyongs
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Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views.
Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan and mosquito net are provided in all rooms at Kholle House. Each is individually decorated with exposed wooden beams, bright colors and antique furnishings.
Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property.
The hotel organizes an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.
This is our guests' favorite part of Zanzibar City, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Stone Town Beach
7.1 Good beach300 feet from property
See what guests loved the most:
Alaa
Egypt“the bed was so comfortable, the room was clean the staff was really helpful and let me made a late checkout its just a very nice authentic place the breakfast varieties are amazing ♥️”
Eva
France“Its so peaceful and and the house is decorated with sofisticated taste. The breakfast was great, even the restaurant was pretty good and the staff nice! After a walking day you are happy to relax in the pool.”
Entesar
Jordan“A palace during the era of the Omani Sultan, ancient, charming and clean in the center of Stone Town close to everything. The staff are helpful and wonderful. Thank you all (Fatima, Juma, Maria), the breakfast is delicious and varied, and the...”
Ranya
United Arab Emirates“this is an amazing, historic, charming place to stay. former house of the omani princess; restored and converted, with just amazing staff and hospitality. We only stayed one night but wish we stayed more.”
Fai
United States of America“stayed in this beautiful boutique hotel for one night and everything was perfect, very attentive and friendly staff, on-site restaurant serves delicious dinner, I had to depart very early for my ferry to DAR and the hotel prepared some to-go...”
DerekUnited States of America“really beautiful old house. maybe not super luxurious / new in terms of the small things, but absolutely wonderfully done renovation of an old Zanzibar house. they also have a really cool top floor tea area where you can sit and get a cool breeze...”
LizUnited Arab Emirates“nice pool, good location in the old city close to the corniche, nice breakfast everyday fresh, good balcony looking to the indoor garden. the fresh hibiscus with vanilla (karkidi) is not to be missed! best ever. the feel is like a traditional...”- GaylaUnited States of America“Every aspect of this property is an absolute delight. The location is within very easy access to the ferry terminal, to a multitude of sightseeing, restaurants, shops, beach access, walking areas. The hotel restaurant is right in the pool and...”
- AnaUnited Arab Emirates“nice house with nice decoration that brings you back to the old times. big spacious rooms and super escute garden and pool. the food in the restaurant is very good.”
PyongsUnited Arab Emirates“Since we only stayed for a few hours as we have an early flight I can say we still enjoyed our stay. The pool is nice and the place was relaxing. The food is amazing as well.”
- My flight is Saturday night at 23:50... can you provide transport to airport! And from what time can I book in on Saturday morning!hi thank you for the mail, yes we can organize your pick up, kindly advise the name of the booking and the flight details ( flight number,where it wil..Answered on 19 February 2021
- Hi do you have shisha?😁Greetings from Kholle House, Thank you for the message, Yes we do have the shisha. Best regards, JumaAnswered on 27 January 2023
- Hi, I have a flight arriving tomorrow 4.30pm in Zanzibar airport. Would you help me to book a taxi? Thank you.Greetings from Kholle House, Thank you for the question, Yes its possible took taxi with us and on day time we charge 15USD and you pay at reception o..Answered on 24 October 2022
- Is there any parking available for a hire car?Greetings from Kholle House, Thank you for the message, Yes there is parking available but not for the hotel its a public parking and its chargeable p..Answered on 21 January 2023
- Hi, is there an elevator or is it possible to request a room on the ground floor if there is not? ThanksGreetings from Kholle House, Thank you for your message, Well, Kholle House has only 2 floors with stairs in it, Thank and looking forward to welcom..Answered on 23 November 2022
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Restaurant
Food: African, French, Local, International, European
Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour
- Free toiletries
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Live music/PerformanceAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Heated pool
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- English
- French
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Kholle House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Kholle House
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Kholle House has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The prices at Kholle House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at Kholle House include:
- Suite
- Single
- Double
- Apartment
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Check-in at Kholle House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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Kholle House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Evening entertainment
- Back massage
- Themed dinners
- Head massage
- Live music/Performance
- Foot massage
- Walking tours
- Full-body massage
- Swimming pool
- Neck massage
- Tour or class about local culture
- Hand massage
- Couples' massage
- Entertainment staff
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Guests staying at Kholle House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- À la carte
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Kholle House is 1.1 miles from the center of Zanzibar City.
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The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Kholle House.
