Name: Kholle House
Address: Malindi 607/608, 842 Zanzibar City, Tanzania, Malindi 607/608, Zanzibar, 842, Tanzania
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $61 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

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The breakfast was outstanding, the location was perfect. The history of the building Phenomenal

Ken

United States of America

The hotel was so beautiful with a great history and quiet atmosphere. The breakfast was so nice and the rooms were spacious with great A/C.

Amanda

United States of America

Kholle House exceeded my expectations by far. The property is fairy-tale like and the service excellent. From the doorhandles to the beds to the baths, everything is aesthetically pleasing and the service matches that experience. The pool is a genius add-on, as the weather in Stone Town can get oppressively hot. As my wife travelled alone, it was important to have good staff, and especially Said and Louisa at the reception were very kind and helpful. The food was excellent and the presence of the owner on the property most of the time gives an extra sense of the fact that this hotel really looks after its guests. Would most certainly recommend and stay again if the chance arose!

Fabio

Switzerland

Great location. Ac worked well. And beds were comfortable.

Bytania

Tanzania

Kholle House is beautifully decorated and walking through each floor seems to transport you to another world. Our room was near the rooftop terrace so the view was nice. Breakfast was great, good and fresh food. Also we had a mosquito net and working AC which was amazing. Easily walkable to town.

Kathleen

United States of America

The building itself, which was an old private house of Princess Kholle. The building is renovated with respect to its history, furnitures and decoration are authentic, it feels like a travel back in time. The staff is very nice and service is good. The kitchen was of good variety and quality.

Jamil

France

The staff are lovely, the restoration was tastefully and attentively done, and the food is excellent.

Anonymous

United Arab Emirates

The staff were very nice and welcoming from Louisa and Said at reception to all of the waiters and waitresses and the maids. Top notch. All very helpful. Nice old house (palace) nicely decorated. The food, breakfast and dinner, were good and reasonably priced. A/C worked well and WiFi much of the time. Great place to stay

Anonymous

United States of America

The design is amazing, very clean, nice staff and great food

Anonymous

Israel

Beautiful building, with a beautiful spacious roof top where one can relax with the cooling breeze and very.

Naidah

United Kingdom

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9.1

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What guests loved the most:
“The breakfast was outstanding, the location was perfect. The history of the building Phenomenal”

Ken United States of America
“The hotel was so beautiful with a great history and quiet atmosphere. The breakfast was so nice and the rooms were spacious with great A/C.”

Amanda United States of America
“Kholle House exceeded my expectations by far. The property is fairy-tale like and the service excellent.”

Fabio Switzerland
“Great location. Ac worked well. And beds were comfortable.”

Bytania Tanzania
“Kholle House is beautifully decorated and walking through each floor seems to transport you to another world. Our room was near the rooftop terrace so the view was nice.”

Kathleen United States of America
“The building itself, which was an old private house of Princess Kholle.”

Jamil France
“The staff are lovely, the restoration was tastefully and attentively done, and the food is excellent.”

United Arab Emirates
“The staff were very nice and welcoming from Louisa and Said at reception to all of the waiters and waitresses and the maids. Top notch. All very helpful. Nice old house (palace) nicely decorated.”

United States of America
“The design is amazing, very clean, nice staff and great food”

Israel
“Beautiful building, with a beautiful spacious roof top where one can relax with the cooling breeze and very.”

Naidah United Kingdom

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 9.2 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Zanzibar City! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.7 for two-person stays.

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Located in the top-rated area in Zanzibar City, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Private Parking Available On Site

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Closest Landmarks *

Old Dispensary
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Cinema Afrique
0.1 miles
Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar
0.2 miles
The Zanzibar Curio shop
0.3 miles
House of Wonders
0.3 miles
Old Fort of Zanzibar
0.3 miles
Hamamni Persian Baths
0.3 miles
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
0.4 miles
Peace Memorial Museum
0.7 miles
Maruhubi Historical Sites
1.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Mercurys Bar and Restaurant Restaurant
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Small shops Supermarket
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Forodhani - Night food market Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
Darajani fruit and spice market Market
0.1 miles

Natural Beauty *

sand bank / prison island Ocean/Sea
3.1 miles

Closest Airports *

Kisauni Airport
4.3 miles
Julius Nyerere Airport
50.1 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“This is a restored old home that was furnished with antiques and other furnishings suited to its environment. We loved the atmosphere, pool, dinning and central...”

Wendy

New Zealand

“The staff is very sweet and helpfull. The hotel is beautiful and has an amazing decoration. The location was perfect. Loved the pancakes for breakfast. ”

Pepy21

Portugal

“A characterful and historic hotel within a short walk of the old town. Very close to the night food market. The building is stunning and the pool and courtyard ...”

Richard

United Kingdom

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Food: African, French, Indian, Local, International, European

Menu: À la carte

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5:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

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0 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
3 years old	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
3 years old	Can use an extra bed when requested	$20 per child, per night
4+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	$20 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Kholle House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Please note that all payments made via credit card attract a 5% surcharge.

“Kholle House exceeded my expectations by far. The property is fairy-tale like and the service excellent. From the doorhandles to the beds to the baths, everything is aesthetically pleasing and the service matches that experience. The pool is a genius add-on, as the weather in Stone Town can get oppressively hot. As my wife travelled alone, it was important to have good staff, and especially Said and Louisa at the reception were very kind and helpful. The food was excellent and the presence of the owner on the property most of the time gives an extra sense of the fact that this hotel really looks after its guests. Would most certainly recommend and stay again if the chance arose!”

“Kholle House is beautifully decorated and walking through each floor seems to transport you to another world. Our room was near the rooftop terrace so the view was nice. Breakfast was great, good and fresh food. Also we had a mosquito net and working AC which was amazing. Easily walkable to town. ”

“The building itself, which was an old private house of Princess Kholle. The building is renovated with respect to its history, furnitures and decoration are authentic, it feels like a travel back in time. The staff is very nice and service is good. The kitchen was of good variety and quality.”

“The staff were very nice and welcoming from Louisa and Said at reception to all of the waiters and waitresses and the maids. Top notch. All very helpful. Nice old house (palace) nicely decorated. The food, breakfast and dinner, were good and reasonably priced. A/C worked well and WiFi much of the time. Great place to stay”

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Reviewed: August 20, 2019

Naidah
United Kingdom
5.0

“Location is good, service could be better.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Internet could have been stronger round the whole building. The staff tried their best at all times to accommodate with any short comings but one seemed like an inconvenience by the main person sitting at the reception desk. Rooms don’t have a lot in them so be warned.
Beautiful building, with a beautiful spacious roof top where one can relax with the cooling breeze and very.
Reviewed: August 10, 2019

Anonymous
United Arab Emirates

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed is too short. If you are over about 1.75m, it will be uncomfortable.
The staff are lovely, the restoration was tastefully and attentively done, and the food is excellent.
Reviewed: August 1, 2019

Anna-marie
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We were told there would be a taxi booked to the airport for our early flight, there was no taxi ready for us and after 10 minutes of phone calls the man on the front desk led us out onto the street where he grabbed a random taxi for us. Also we weren't made aware on check in or check out that we had the rest of our balance to pay, were made aware once we had left via WhatsApp and some failed attempts at emailing the payment link.
Beautiful hotel, staff very friendly and good check in with welcome drink. Appreciated being told the history of the building. Room was cosy but expected in a period property. Loved the pretty turmeric bathtub and bath products in the room smell amazing! Close to night markets and 2 mins away from the ferry port. Ahsante!
Reviewed: July 23, 2019

Philip
Singapore

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great value and well located in the historic center of Stone Town. Beautifully decorated rooms. Historic building- Princess Kholle’s residence in the mid 19th Century.
Reviewed: July 13, 2019

Amir
Qatar

3 helpful votes
9.6

“My Stay was Lovely”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
Breakfast could have more options
everyone was friendly and helpful...such a warm place i felt like being with family
Reviewed: July 2, 2019

Niobe
United States of America

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Kind accommodating staff in a lovely place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
Pillows a bit hard
Good breakfast Nice outing to Prison Island, easy to set up and included a packed lunch Nicely decorated rooms Air conditioning Roof terrace and pool
Reviewed: July 2, 2019

Wendy
New Zealand

5 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This is a restored old home that was furnished with antiques and other furnishings suited to its environment. We loved the atmosphere, pool, dinning and central location in Stone Town. This is not suitable for those with mobility issues as all rooms are on the second and third floors and stairs are steep and narrow. The roof terrace gives great views and is a peaceful place to relax.
Reviewed: June 9, 2019

Fernando
Portugal

6 helpful votes
8.3

“An antique arabic style oasis in stone town at Zanzibar”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small bathroom with no shower.
Antique arabic decoration and old genuine materials
Reviewed: June 5, 2019

Amanda
Spain
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything. Beautiful accommodation, very comfortable and walking distance to everything.
Reviewed: June 4, 2019

Pepy21
Portugal
10

“Charming hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
The staff is very sweet and helpfull. The hotel is beautiful and has an amazing decoration. The location was perfect. Loved the pancakes for breakfast.
Reviewed: May 27, 2019

Ashwin
United States of America
8.8

“Really enjoyed the stay. Was very comfortable and staff were very nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
Location is not central in Stone Town. Close to ferry terminal and next door to mosque so can be noisy
Ambience and comfort
Reviewed: May 21, 2019

Anonymous
Estonia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very authentic building and nice service.
Reviewed: May 8, 2019

Ken
United States of America

2 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms were a little bit small and the showers cumbersome to figure but I feel it's based on keeping the original identity of the building
The breakfast was outstanding, the location was perfect. The history of the building Phenomenal
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Kinga
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.3

“A unique place in a unique city. Go and fall in love with it.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Musty smell in the room. I guess it's difficult to get rid of it as it is a very old building.
Perfect location for discovering Stone Town. Full of character and charm.
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

Bianca
Germany
10

“Perfect place to stay in stone town.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
The hotel is very beautiful. Also the food was excellent. And all the people working there have been very friendly and helpful. I would definitely come back.

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	Suite 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking This spacious, air-conditioned suite features a balcony with views of the sea and old town, along with a seating area, Swahili-influenced décor and a large bathroom with a gold-stained bathtub. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Balcony • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Walk-in closet • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Guest bathroom • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Pool view • City view • Towels • Linens • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Individually decorated, air-conditioned room with a ceiling fan, mosquito net and tiled bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Mosquito net • City view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking This individually decorated, air-conditioned room offers more space, as well as a ceiling fan, mosquito net and Swahili-styled bed. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • City view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Hot tub • Balcony • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Tile/Marble floor • View • Wake-up service • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Pool view • City view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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