Kholle House
Malindi 607/608, 842 Zanzibar City, Tanzania – Excellent location - show map
One of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed - the building is stunning and very well maintained. The staff were helpful and the food was amazing when I tried the restaurant. Overall I had an amazing stay and would highly recommend Kholle house.
United Kingdom
Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views. Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan and mosquito net are provided in all rooms at Kholle House. Each is individually decorated with exposed wooden beams, bright colours and antique furnishings. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property. The hotel organises an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
Property practices
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Christine
United Kingdom“One of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed - the building is stunning and very well maintained. The staff were helpful and the food was amazing when I tried the restaurant. Overall I had an amazing stay and would highly recommend Kholle...”
Marianne
Uganda“Breakfast was sufficient as the hotel focused on serving 2-3 excellent fresh local produce options.”
Cecilie
Denmark“Such kind and helpful staff, very clean and beautiful rooms in a beautiful hotel, nice pool to cool off after a day out and about, good breakfast, super location with easy access to Stonetown”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • French • Local • International • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of Kholle HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Live music/performanceAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- English
- French
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation 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.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Kholle House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a 5% charge when you pay with a (Visa or Euro/Mastercard) credit card.
FAQs about Kholle House
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from Kholle House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Kholle House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Kholle House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Kholle House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Evening entertainment
- Back massage
- Themed dinner nights
- Head massage
- Live music/performance
- Foot massage
- Walking tours
- Full body massage
- Swimming Pool
- Neck massage
- Tour or class about local culture
- Hand massage
- Couples massage
- Entertainment staff
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Kholle House is 1.1 miles from the centre of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Kholle House has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Room options at Kholle House include:
- Suite
- Single
- Double
- Apartment
