Kisiwa House — boutique heritage hotel in stone town
170-year-old swahili house with nine suites and roof-terrace dining
Kisiwa House is a boutique heritage hotel tucked on a quiet lane in historic stone town, putting guests within easy walking distance of the old town's alleyways, markets and UNESCO-listed architecture. The house traces more than a century of local history and has been re-imagined as a small, intimate hotel.
Overview
Boutique Heritage Hotel in Stone Town
The property comprises just nine individually styled rooms and suites that blend traditional Zanzibari carving and fabrics with comfortable, modern bathrooms — a scale that favours personalised service and a calm retreat from the bustle of the streets beyond. Public spaces include a shaded sitting room and a celebrated roof terrace (a highlight for evening meals and views).
Why Choose Kisiwa House — boutique heritage hotel in stone town
- ●Historic swahili house with over 170 years of layered history and period furnishings.
- ●Only nine rooms and suites — personalised service and a quietly romantic atmosphere.
- ●Roof-terrace dining and views — an atmospheric spot for breakfast and evening meals set to Stone Town light.
- ●Short walking distance to dingy alleys, dhows, spice markets and the main Stone Town attractions.
Accommodation
Kisiwa House offers nine rooms and suites across categories (senior and junior suites plus deluxe rooms), each furnished with locally crafted furniture, textiles and en-suite bathrooms that combine contemporary comfort with period detail. Rooms are individually appointed; many retain antique timber elements and have generous bathrooms.
Facilities & Experiences
- ●A cool sitting room for morning and afternoon relaxation.
- ●A shaded dining area and the roof terrace that functions as the hotel's primary meal and viewpoint space.
- ●Practical guest services include tour assistance, guided stone town activities coordination and concierge support for transfers and island-side logistics.
Practical Information
Practical Information
- ●Location: Heart of stone town, zanzibar — a UNESCO World Heritage area. A short transfer from zanzibar town ferry terminals or abeid a. karume international airport.
- ●Child policy: Intimate, small-room hotel — confirm family needs and room configuration with Trail Safari Explorers at booking.
- ●Best time: Zanzibar is tropical year-round — light clothing and sun protection recommended during the day; evenings may be pleasantly breezy along the coast.
Bookings Through Trail Safari Explorers
Trail Safari Explorers handles all bookings, transfers and personalised itineraries for Kisiwa House.
Book & Enquire: info@trailsafariexplorers.com • +255 783 255 249
