Featuring a shared lounge and views of city, Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is a recently renovated apartment located in Stone Town, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation features a patio. The accommodation provides wellness packages, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. The units in the apartment complex are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, slippers and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Sightseeing tours are available in the area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment include Peace Memorial Museum, Hamamni Persian Baths and Cinema Afrique. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 7 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Stone Town, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 double beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Røhnebæk
    Norway Norway
    Spacious and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Great location as well
  • Jakub
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Accommodatio is in the middle of Stone Town. The Darajani market is few minutes walking and the market close to Old Fort is even closer.
  • Mariana
    Brazil Brazil
    Spacious and clean room. Clean bathroom and shower. Very well located, walking distance to every main place in stone town. Good support from owner with tours.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Hotel et al

Company review score: 9Based on 250 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Hospitality Consultant with many years of experience in hotel industry and a selection of properties in East Africa and Europe.

Property information

Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is a beautifully decorated big and spacious two bedroom apartment right in the heart of UNESCO heritage Stone Town area. The apartment has been furnished and decorated using modern and local Swahili culture traditional handicrafts. As you enter the apartment, the long and wide entrance leads you to locally sourced handmade wooden stairs which leads you to the long and spacious lounge living room with comfortable seating area. The living room has a smart TV with a selection of channels including Netflix. There is a turntable with a small selection of vinyls. Each room is private and spacious enough with it’s own bathroom and toilet. Adjacent to the living lounge area is the dining room and next to it is the kitchen which comes fully equipped with all facilities needed to prepare any necessary meals. The entire apartment has been well renovated and restored, preserving the original Swahili/Arab features including the locally sourced mikoko wooden beams. Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment offers more than just an ordinary place to stay. It is a home away from home right in the heart of popular and famous Stone Town area, where all amenities like, shops, restaurants, bars, cafes, curio shops, local eateries, street food stalls, markets, pharmacies, Forodhani night street food market and the beautiful turquoise beaches are only a short walk away from the apartment.

Neighbourhood information

Stone Town, it is a Unesco Heritage area which has history dating back hundreds of years. The local Swahili and Arab culture is very much preserved and can be seen visually from the decor of the house ie doors and alleyways. Stone Town area is steep in culture and history dating back to the Arab slave trade in East Africa. The apartment is situated in great location whereby, all amenities like shops, restaurants, street food stalls, cafes, curio shops, historical sites and the beautiful turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean are only a stone throw away.

Languages spoken

Greek,English,French,Italian,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Patio
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Shops
  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Greek
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules

Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is 950 yards from the centre of Stone Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Game drives
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Pub crawls
    • Happy hour
    • Cooking class