Air conditioning · Coffee/tea maker · Shower · All 22 room features ▾
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV and city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
Safety deposit box
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Fan
Toilet
Private bathroom
Mosquito net
Linen
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Clothes rack
Toilet paper
Bottle of water
Trash cans
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Socket near the bed
Smoke alarm
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Deluxe Room
1 Double bed15 m²Sleeps 2 + 1 child
Air conditioning · Coffee/tea maker · Shower · All 24 room features ▾
This air-conditioned room comes with Zanzibari-style furnishings and an private bathroom with shower.
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
Safety deposit box
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Seating Area
Fan
Toilet
Private bathroom
Mosquito net
Linen
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Clothes rack
Toilet paper
Bottle of water
Trash cans
Cots
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Socket near the bed
Smoke alarm
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Suite
1 Queen bed, 2 Bunk bed33 m²Sleeps 4 + 3 children
Air conditioning · Coffee/tea maker · Shower · All 24 room features ▾
This twin room features 2 handcrafted single beds.
WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeNon-smoking roomsAir conditioningFamily roomsLuggage storageSafety deposit boxTour deskNon-smoking throughoutDaily housekeepingShuttle service (additional charge)Public transport ticketsShuttle serviceStaff adhere to local safety protocolsLaundry washed per local authority guidelinesGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsCCTV in common areasProcess in place to check health of guests24-hour security
In short. Some reviews indicated issues with humidity and cleanliness.
Daniele, DE · Couple8.0
Fri 16 Oct
wonderful historical building in stone town+ the hotel is an old traditional house in the very centre of stone town and with its traditional architecture is a real highlight. The staff at the hotel is the gem of the place, they make you feel at home. The breakfast included is top quality, varied and...
Ellen, United States · Solo5.0
Wed 16 Sep
Good location, unique building, facilities leave a little to be desired.+ Nice central Stone Town location. Friendly staff.− It’s a very old building that is a labyrinth of steep stairs. We had lots of heavy luggage and no help with it. Our room was adequate and spacious, but we had just 2 threadbare towels for a 4...
Nopote, South Africa · Solo8.0
Wed 16 Sep
+ In the midst of many things/places
Jean, AU · Solo10.0
Sat 12 Sep
Excellent service and recommend it!+ The property is small but very good service .
Chantal, United Kingdom · Solo8.0
Mon 7 Sep
A beautiful stay in a perfect location, lovely atmosphere and room, I'd happily stay again+ I loved everything about my stay. The location was perfect, the atmosphere was lovely, and my room was beautiful, perfect boutique vibe. I especially loved my large balcony. Staff were amazing!− The only downside was the limited breakfast options.
Precious, ZW1.0
Thu 27 Aug
Very disappointed with how they handled my case and ended up losing all my money. Even a percentage of my money as a ref+ The property was clean− The property is not as advertised on the photos. The rooms are small and you can not access it by car. You have to walk a long distance through the narrow dirty streets of stone town. It is not...
Hawa, FR · Couple10.0
Thu 27 Aug
Great experience!+ Very good experience and the staff and the breakfast was amazing!
Panayiota, CY · Couple10.0
Thu 27 Aug
The staff was great and they were all really nice!+ It was clean and the room was great!− -
Lanciano, IL · Solo7.0
Thu 27 Aug
+ Lovely staff, comfortable room, clean enough, good price/quality ratio.− The location is not so comfortable to reach in the evenings/nights alone
Alexandra, GR · Couple9.0
Tue 25 Aug
A pleasant and authentic stay in the heart of Stone Town+ We had a very pleasant stay at Shaba Boutique Hotel. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. A special thank you to Jeremie, who kindly assisted us with our luggage and arranged our airport transfer at 1:00 a.m., making our departure smooth and...− Nothing affected our stay, but a few practical points are worth noting. Rooms are relatively small, the shower has no curtain or glass partition, and the bathroom door did not close properly....
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Questions
What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Can my child stay?Children welcome
Are pets allowed?No
Is there parking?{'selfParking': False, 'free': False, 'chargeMode': None, 'feeAmount': None, 'feePeriod': None, 'location': None, 'reser
Host
Paradise Wilderness Hotels · You book through Elite Trip; the desk answers on WhatsApp before and during your stay. The hotel's phone is on your voucher.
About the hotel
Charming Boutique Hotel in Stone Town
Zanzibari-Style Rooms : Experience the charm of Zanzibar with our air-conditioned rooms featuring traditional furnishings and en suite bathrooms.
Convenient Location : Just a stone's throw away from the House of Wonders museum and Fordahani Gardens, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Stone Town.
Modern Amenities : Stay connected with free wifi throughout the property and in all rooms, ensuring you are always in touch during your stay.
Book your stay at Shaba Boutique Hotel for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Stone Town.
An Infrastructure tax was introduced by the Zanzibar government from 1st July 2015. The tax of US$5 per person per day is to be collected by the hotel accommodations from all inhouse guests on behalf of the Zanzibar Revenue Board (ZRB). This amount is payable directly on check-in.
We accept MasterCard and Visa. Please be advised that all credit card payments will incur a surcharge of 3%.
For bookings of up to 5 rooms, a different cancelation policy applies. Cancelations must be made at least 60 days before arrival to avoid a 100% cancelation fee. Additionally, prepayment is required 60 days prior to arrival. Failure to remit payment by the deadline will result in the reservation being released.
When booking 6 rooms or more, a different cancelation policy applies. Prepayment is required immediately, and any cancelation will incur 100% penalties. prior to arrival. Failure to remit payment by the deadline will result in the reservation being released.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.
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