Shaba Boutique Hotel - Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaKiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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Shaba Boutique Hotel - Zanzibar
Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Staff9.3
Location8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Couples48%
Solo22%
Families20%
Groups10%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Staff9.3
Location8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Couples48%
Solo22%
Families20%
Groups10%

Award-winning boutique hotel in historic Stone Town, Zanzibar

Location & Surroundings

Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar is located in the heart of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1600 ft from the Darajan fruit and fish market. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the House of Wonders museum and 5 minutes from Forodhani Gardens. Nearby attractions include Prison Island and spice farms, accessible via tours arranged by the hotel.

Accommodations

The air-conditioned rooms at Shaba Boutique Hotel are decorated in traditional Zanzibari style and include a fan. Room types include Deluxe Rooms, Small Double Rooms, and Suites, with some offering private balconies. Family rooms provide separate sleeping areas for children and adults.

Dining & Bar

Breakfast at Shaba Boutique Hotel Stone Town is a buffet-style spread with fresh fruits, homemade cakes, and local dishes. The on-site restaurant and wine bar serve Indian, Lebanese, and local cuisines. Guests can enjoy meals on the rooftop terrace.

Awards & Sustainability

Shaba Boutique Hotel holds a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for guest satisfaction. The hotel has a Travelife Gold Certificate for sustainable tourism practices. The building itself is a historically significant old trading house.

Services & Amenities

Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar offers a 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle service, and luggage storage. Walking tours and a tour desk help guests explore Stone Town and its surroundings. Holistic spa treatments are available from professional therapists.

  • Location: UNESCO World Heritage Site Stone Town, 2 min from House of Wonders
  • Rooms: Traditional Zanzibari-style rooms with air conditioning and fans
  • Dining: On-site restaurant with Indian, Lebanese, and local cuisines
  • Wellness: Holistic spa treatments by professional therapists
  • Services: Airport shuttle, walking tours, 24-hour front desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
from 05:00-10:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Shaba Boutique serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:13
Former name
House of Spices
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Rooms and availability

King Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King Size Bed1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

TV

Flat-screen TV

Facilities for kids

Cribs

No pets allowed

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

  • Cribs

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Shaba Boutique Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 30 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 4.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
100 yd
Museums
House of Wonders
100 yd
Museums
Old Fort of Zanzibar
100 yd
Historic Site
Stone Town
100 yd
Museums
Sultan's Palace
100 yd
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
100 yd
Market
Darajani Market
100 yd
Church
Old Slave Market
100 yd
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
100 yd
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
100 yd
Parks
Forodhani Park
100 yd
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
100 yd
200 Hurumzi Street
The Zanzibar Curio shop
100 yd
Marahubi Palace
100 yd
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
100 yd
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
100 yd
Restaurant
House of Spices
100 yd
Restaurant
Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
The Swahili House
100 yd
Restaurant
Two Tables
100 yd
Restaurant
Baharia Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Africano
100 yd
Restaurant
Coco de Mer
100 yd

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