Providing city views, Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment in Stone Town features accommodations and a shared lounge. This recently renovated apartment is located a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 0.4 miles from Peace Memorial Museum. The accommodation provides a wellness packages, free Wifi throughout the property, and family rooms. The units at the apartment complex come 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. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental and car rental are available at the apartment. Popular points of interest near Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment include Hamamni Persian Baths, Cinema Afrique, and Old Dispensary. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 4.3 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Reliable Info
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Availability

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

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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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  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    Location location location! This was a fantastic spot in the heart of Stone Town, close to everything and at an affordable price. It has AC in the room which is crucial. The hosts were very responsive, communicative, and friendly, and the...
  • Raj
    India India
    The apartment was very spacious with all facilities. Very convenient location. There was a detailed information guide kept in the room which was very thoughtfully written & act as a great starter.
  • Ms
    Tanzania Tanzania
    How cozzy the place is,more comfortable and big space inside

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

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

Property info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family 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
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting 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
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Patio
Common Areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Live sports 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 dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback 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 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & 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
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Shops
  • Convenience store on site
  • Hair/Beauty salon
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules

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

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment

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

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Themed dinners
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Live music/Performance
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Game drives
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bar crawls
    • Happy hour
    • Cooking class

  • Check-in at Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet 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 info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is 2,800 feet from the center of Stone Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

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

  • The prices at Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.