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Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
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Lobby sitting area
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
In the heart of Stone Town, Spice Palace Hotel offers a warm welcome with local cuisine for breakfast and international flavors at Blue Ocean restaurant. Relax by the outdoor pool, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or enjoy a coffee at the cafe while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$60 nightly
The total price is $77
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchenette | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Soko Muhogo Street, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • â€ȘPassing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • â€ȘMeeting Point Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • â€ȘLukmaan - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘLivingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • â€ȘZenji Garden CafĂ© - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel is just 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Blue Ocean, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Ukrainian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-cm flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Blue Ocean - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Jaws Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Blue Ocean - This coffee shop specializes in local and international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per room (one-way)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover

Also known as

Spice Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Spice Palace Zanzibar Town
Spice Palace Hotel Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Spice Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Spice Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Spice Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Spice Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Spice Palace Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Spice Palace Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Spice Palace Hotel.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Spice Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Spice Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a 50% charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Spice Palace Hotel and nearby?

Spice Palace Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Spice Palace Hotel?

Yes, Blue Ocean offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Spice Palace Hotel like?

Spice Palace Hotel is located near Shangani Beach in Stone Town, a short 2-minute walk from House of Wonders and 4 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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Spice Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Food

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious with a great choice of options and lovely rooftop views. (6 reviews)
  • The pool was a nice benefit to relax in after a hot day out in the city. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Relatively easy to find hotel, walking distance from ferry and other places of historical significance such as the Slave market. Very clean room, exquisite furniture and decorations. Air con and wifi worked very well. Delightful and pleasant staff, engaging and gave tips on areas to visit. Delicious breakfast, great choice. Will definitely visit again.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice boutique hotel. Good food and clean. Rooftop dinner option with the wine and seafood dinner was a nice suprise. Nice cozy pool.
1-night trip

10/10

It was very peaceful and relaxing
4-night trip

6/10

In the heart of the old town, surrounded by small beautiful alleys. At first it was a bit hard to memorize the location of the hotel, but it was easy to learn, and the staff were super friendly. Cars can't drive to the hotel, but tuktuks can. My room didn't have a window and AC smelled a bit bad, yet it was a nice room despite those. Hotel also have a nice gym. The breakfast was super good with nice views on the roof. Everything was close.
1-night trip

6/10

Good location in Stone Town. Room was small but ok for our one night stay. Airconditioning and wifi worked well. Bed was too hard, at least for us. Breakfast was quite ok but service at breakfast was not. Nice, small pool in the garden.

8/10

Very quaint hotel with African decor in mid Stonetown. Shopping unavoidable. Rooftop restaurant with great food and drinks.
2-night trip

10/10

This was a very nice hotel. The staff was very friendly it has a great roof top restaurant/bar the food was great would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Location location
.everything is within walking distance!
1-night trip

10/10

I had a great stay at Spice Palace Hotel, perfect location, near to the most popular tourist attractions!
2-night trip

8/10

Great value for money
1-night trip

10/10

My 2nd stay i really felt comfortable the first time so i came back.
1-night trip

10/10

In the heart of zanzibar! Fantastic staff. Your Masai collegues Luka and others werr ecceptional. Shoeing us food spots .24hr front desk and everyhkng was so clean . Loved it
4-night trip

10/10

All of the staff here were so kind and helpful! My room was so clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was amazing đŸ€© I really hope I can stay here again one day ❀ Asante Sana!!
2-night trip

10/10

I had a truly amazing stay at this hotel. The staff were so nice. The room was very big and had a comfortable bed. And the breakfast was very delicious. I would definitely stay here again.
3-night trip

10/10

Nice and clean hotel. Loved the terrace restaurant. The food was good and breakfast had lots of choices. It was easy to find our way to the melacon. There is a ATM close by which is convenient. You could make arrangements for trips right in the hotel. We didn't use it, bit there is a very nice pool at the hotel. They were eager to please us in every way. Nice stay.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent location in Stone Town. Very nice room. The dining was reasonably good, although at times just a bit slow. The staffing and service at the lobby coffee bar was very poor, with apparent staff disinterest -- this is the only aspect of this hotel which could use some more attention, Otherwise, highly recommended.
3-night trip

4/10

Repairs going at the adjustable property and no information about that.also no hot water due to some problems what give property 2 stars
2-night trip

2/10

Property location is nice. Very old and smells of mildew. The pool is the size a jacuzzi, no seats around the baby splash pool. I had no hot water and the tv did not a connect. The free internet is null and void. Connectivity to the internet was poor for both new gets that I stay at Spice Palace. Heed this warning and stay elsewhere. The breakfast served each morning was horribly!
2-night trip

2/10

The hotel is very tired. The rooms were very tired, the mosquito nets were grey with neglect and had holes in them, defeating their purpose. The shower in the bathroom had cracked tiles and wholes in the door. You also needed to be a contortionist to sit on the toilet, and all this was in what is described as a superior suite. They claim to have happy hour on beer and cocktails between 4 and 7 every day (advertised in the bar) but when you try to take advantage of this they use all sorts of excuses to give you any form of happy hour discount. When I tried to raise this with the management they didn’t even have the decency to respond to my email. Either they need to remove the happy hour sign and references to happy hour or honour it. The food was average at best. Do not use their airport shuttle as the charge double the going rate and do not get you as close to the hotel as they possibly could do. This is all a great shame as the hotel does have great potential due to location. All it requires is some freshening up.
5-night trip

10/10

This was a great place to stay. The food was good and the rooms were excellent. The staff was very helpful in assisting us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice benefit to relax in after a hot day out in the city. I would highly recommend staying here.
2-night trip

6/10

SÀnky hyvÀ. Todella meluisa ympÀristö.
2-night trip

8/10

Fint hotell mitt i hjÀrtat av Stone Town med gÄngavstÄnd till det mesta
3-night trip

10/10

Großartig, alles zu Fuß erreichbar, City, Main points, Restaurants, Beach
17-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

2-night trip