“The room was very clean and they provided towels, a mosquito net, and hand soap for the bathroom (I chose a room with an en-suite). The...” · 10.0, Wed 12 Aug
Friendly staffGuests say so in their reviews.
Great locationGuests say so in their reviews.
Free WiFiAt the hotel.
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WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeAir conditioningTerraceFamily roomsLaundryLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outAirport shuttleSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingDaily housekeepingDesignated smoking areaAirport shuttle (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)Airport drop offAirport pick upShuttle serviceStaff adhere to local safety protocolsLaundry washed per local authority guidelinesHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableCCTV in common areas
In short. Several reviews noted that the cleanliness of the rooms wasn't optimal, with mentions of dirty windows and some rooms having a smell of humidity.
Foadnaghsh, Japan · Solo10.0
Fri 30 Oct
+ The hotel was clean discover helpful and they were able to sort out what I ask them to do.
Jaiye, Tanzania · Solo1.0
Wed 26 Aug
The most horrific place I have ever stayed+ Nothing, everything was bad about this property− Dirty, rude staff. They tried to scam
Me. My phone was stolen and management did nothing about it
Filip, CZ · Couple6.0
Sun 23 Aug
+ Good breakfast
Location− No soap
No sprey against mosquitoes
Bad wifi
No drinking water in the room
Elaine PuiChing, United States · Couple7.0
Wed 12 Aug
Value-wise ok; needs renovation+ Staff friendly− Old building; toilet door doesn’t close properly
Amunet, United Kingdom · Solo10.0
Wed 12 Aug
Excellent hotel close to the centre of Stone Town with the nicest staff and great breakfast.+ The room was very clean and they provided towels, a mosquito net, and hand soap for the bathroom (I chose a room with an en-suite). The hotel itself was just a 3-minute walk from the lively Forodhani Market where the majority of tours begin, however, the...− N/A, I liked everything.
Gerardo, United Kingdom · Solo8.0
Fri 7 Aug
Overall ok stay. Felt I paid to much for what I was given. Staff amazing and very helpful. Breakfast was good as well an+ Great location− Didn’t feel it as clean as the pictures shown and I felt it was a bit expensive for what I got.
Mervyn Carolissen , South Africa · Solo8.0
Thu 16 Jul
+ Location and staff service− Stairs
Luciana, SE · Solo8.0
Mon 6 Jul
+ Good location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast. Excellent cost x benefit.− I didn't like that the shower is not separated in the bathroom, so it is all covered in water after a shower. But it dried fast. Not big deal.
Lisbeth Elizabeth, IT · Couple10.0
Mon 26 Oct · translated
Momento relax+ La cosa che ci ha piaciuto è il fatto che quando siamo arrivati ci hanno fatto scegliere fra due stanze molto gentilmente e sono stati anche molto cordiali e disponibili. Nonostante siamo stati solo per una notte si sono resi disponibili anche per farci...
Christelle GOLVET, FR · Family8.0
Mon 19 Oct · translated
+ Hotel bien placé, chambre très jolie et confortable. Personnels adorables.
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Questions
What time is check-in?From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Can my child stay?Children welcome
Are pets allowed?No
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About the hotel
Rooftop Breakfast Bar with Stunning City Views
Comfortable Rooms with Free WiFi and Essential Amenities
Convenient Location near Restaurants and Attractions
Experience Stone Town at its best at Kiponda B&B. Enjoy a delicious breakfast with a view at our rooftop bar, relax in well-equipped rooms with free WiFi, mosquito nets, and fans. Explore the city easily with our central location near restaurants and the beach. Don't miss out on nearby attractions like the Mercury’s Bar and Masingini Forest. Book now for a memorable stay in Zanzibar!
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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