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

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Zanzibar City, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
High score for Zanzibar City
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hatice
    Turkey Turkey
    Location ıs good,nice and friendly staff.clean room,
  • Suzanne
    South Africa South Africa
    Very peaceful oasis very close to ferry port away from thadness of Stone Town. Close to start of waterfront promenade which was great for pram. Lovely pool and food, cold drinks. Pretty roof terrace. Our suite family room was outstanding,. Laindry...
  • Sheila
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was fantastic. The kids loved the pool and that it was open 24 hours/day.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • French • Local • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Kholle House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Swahili

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations 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.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-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

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Kholle House include:

    • Suite
    • Single
    • Double
    • Apartment

  • Kholle House is 1.1 miles from the center of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Kholle House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Kholle House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Kholle House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Evening entertainment
    • Back massage
    • Themed dinners
    • 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

  • Check-in at Kholle House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.