Shaba Boutique Hotel, Zanzibar - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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8.4

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4.4

4.3

“I loved exploring the vibrant streets of Stone Town from this ideal location.”view full review

Shaba Boutique Hotel, a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner, occupies a historic merchant trading building in Stone Town's UNESCO-protected center. The 4-star bed and breakfast features a rooftop terrace with city views, sustainability recognition through Travelife Gold Certificate, and serves as an ideal base for Tanzania safari exploration.

Traditional Stone Town Rooms

Shaba Boutique Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned rooms across three categories: 4 Suites accommodating up to 4 guests, 5 Deluxe rooms, and 4 Standard rooms. Each accommodation features Zanzibari-style furnishings, premium bedding, ceiling fans, and flat-screen TVs.

Diverse Dining Options

The terrace restaurant serves local and international cuisine, complemented by a wine bar just 2 minutes away at House of Spices. Guests access diverse dining options including Indian, Ethiopian, Lebanese, Asian, and Arabic restaurants within walking distance.

Activities and Recreation

Recreational amenities include bicycle rentals and nearby spa services offering holistic treatments. The hotel provides excursion arrangements to explore Stone Town's attractions, including the House of Wonders museum and Forodhani Food Market.

Central Stone Town Location

Located 1640.4 ft from Darajani Market and 1410.8 ft from the beach, Shaba Boutique Hotel sits 6 miles from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. The property provides 24-hour security and airport shuttle service.

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Shaba Boutique Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Suite

2 persons

360 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Small Double Room

2 persons

90 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Stylish and Clean Rooms

“I upgraded to a larger room during my stay, and I was truly impressed by the beautiful style and cleanliness. The room was well-maintained and thoughtfully designed, creating a cozy atmosphere, made my visit nice.” view full review

Comfortable and Functional

“The suite I stayed in had a great bathroom that was equipped with everything I needed. The hot water pressure was excellent, made my showers refreshing after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Restful Sleep Experience

“The bed in my room was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. With the air conditioning and fans, I felt cool and relaxed throughout my stay, a huge plus considering the warm weather.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Variety

“I thoroughly enjoyed the elaborate breakfast served each morning. There was a wide variety of options, all made in-house, made for a wonderful start to my day. The breakfast lady was especially good and added to the experience.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Paid shuttle service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Shaba Boutique Hotel Location

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Map view

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks

Landmark

The Peace Memorial Museum

3600 ft

Gallery

Hellen Art Gallery

2900 ft

Landmark

Kizimkazi Mosque

1.0 mi

Nearby

Mizingani Rd

Old Dispensary

1700 ft

Museum

House of Wonders

1700 ft

Museum

Old Fort of Zanzibar

1700 ft

Historic Site

Stone Town

1700 ft

Museum

Sultan's Palace

1700 ft

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

1700 ft

Market

Darajani Market

1700 ft

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

1700 ft

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

1200 ft

Park

Forodhani Park

1700 ft

Church

Old Slave Market

1700 ft

Marahubi Palace

300 ft

Gallery

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

600 ft

Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi

800 ft

Gallery

The Beautiful Eyes

800 ft

Hamamni Street

Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar

900 ft

Kelele Square

1700 ft

Cathedral St

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

1700 ft

Kiponda

1700 ft

Hurumzi St

Shree Shiv Shakti Temple

600 ft

Jamatini Rd

Malindi Mosque

800 ft

Church

Christ Church

700 ft

P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar

Imani Zuberi

300 ft

Vikokotoni

1100 ft

Zanzibar

Friday Mosque

800 ft

Hurumzi Street

1700 ft

Tharia St

Slave Chambers

1700 ft

Restaurants

House of Spices

200 ft

Kiponda street

Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe

400 ft

1563/64 Mkunazini Street Zanzibar Coffee House Hotel

The Swahili House

400 ft

Mchambawima Street

Two Tables

300 ft

Victoria St

Baharia Restaurant

300 ft

Stone Town

Cafe Africano

300 ft

Hurumzi Street

Coco de Mer

300 ft

Gizenga Street

Getting around

City Centre

Zanzibar4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)12 min · 4.9 mi

Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)120 min · 49.4 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:30

Check-out

from 05:00-10:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Shaba Boutique serves a full breakfast for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

House of Spices

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Shaba Boutique Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 834 verified reviews

8.6/10

Great

91%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.1/10

Cleanliness

8.5/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

5.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.2/10

Staff

9.4/10

Value for money

7.9/10

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