Sansibar hotellit lähellä House of Wonders

Plussat: I liked the outlook and size of room. Bed was comfortable and decor was great. Staff made us feel welcome and really helped us enjoy our stay. Spa great and hairdresser too Breakfast and pool a great start to day.

Miinukset: Bathroom. Water didn’t drain in bowl. Shower Tap was too difficult to turn on or off.

Plussat: Breakfast was a fantastic spread! Many thanks to the general manager Nicholas for going out of his way to make us so comfortable. The staff was fabulous looking after us.

Plussat: Terrific hotel with wonderful pool, views, right on the beach, good food selection and quality, superb staff. A bit pricey for being right in stone town (and therefore not on the nicest beach), but a great place to stay for those who don't have time to get out to the further parts of the island

Plussat: It’s historical significance, architecture, cleanliness, upkeep, good air conditioning and comfortable bed. The room was spacious. The staff were responsive to our needs and recommended things to do in the areas and arranged for it.

Miinukset: Electricity outages were common during our stay but only lasted a minute at a time. Our room did not have hot water.

Plussat: Excellent location, great restaurant

Miinukset: No hand towel in the main bathroom, only tissues (difficult to wipe wet hands with)

Plussat: Location

Miinukset: We were promised a bottle of sparkling wine in our room on arrival as it was our honeymoon but this was not provided. No big deal. The service at the bar / restaurant was worst I have ever experienced in a 5 star hotel. 15 minutes between providing the menu and taking our drinks order. Red wine was being kept on ice so it was served ice cold. Our food took ages to arrive and when it did arrive it did not come with any of our side orders. They had forgotten. Side orders were provided 20 minutes after we finished our main meal. The restaurant was not busy. That evening we rang reception to ask about the sparkling wine and were told they would call us back. No response. We inquired on our way out to dinner and were met with a shrug of the shoulders. When we returned from dinner we asked again and they said they would send it to our room immediately. Unless we inquired again, the hotel staff would have continued to simply ignore us. 1 hour later and it still had not arrived to room. We had to call reception again. The next day we asked for some change at the bar as we only had large notes. We were told no. We asked at the reception and again were told no. This is meant to be a $500/night 5 star hotel but yet they could not handle such a simple request. We had a drink that night in the bar and ordered two glasses of red wine. 6 times the waiter returned to our table to confirm the order. Eventually he advised that the wine was not available so we ordered different wine. Again the red wine was served ice cold despite the hotels website boasting of their prestigious sommeliers. The robes in the room were torn and there was blood on the moaquito net around the bed. Despite all of the above, it is a beautiful hotel in an excellent location with spectacular views. Sadly the service is poor or maybe we simply weren't important enough guests as staff seemed to swarm to certain guests. It may be the most expensive hotel in stone town but definitely not the best.

Plussat: Thank you for the birthday surprise cake. It was much appreciated.

Miinukset: Bed making needs improvement. There needs to be two sheets (linen) a fitted and flat sheet

Plussat: Amazing location, highly recommended if staying in stone town.

Plussat: The staff were very good and took a lot of time to get to know us and make us feel comfortable, especially our 8 year old granddaughter. The room was very well appointed (junior suite) with loads of storage space. The food was a nice mix of local and international style and fairly priced. Fabulous sunsets over the sea from our balcony.

Miinukset: TV remote and bathroom scales needed batteries and obviously hadn’t been checked before new guests arrived. TV choice very limited. Small problem with lighting that wouldn’t switch off too, though this was rectified when reported. So just a few small niggly things that shouldn’t really happen at the price level.

Miinukset: The price is high for the rooms

Plussat: The hotel is beautiful. We had an ocean view and kept the door open all night and it was simply stunning. We woke to the local women doing bootcamp on the beach in their hijabs and it was delightful. The management were exceptional and introduced themselves individually to us in case we needed anything. When we wanted to send some of our belongings back to Australia they were so helpful. We loved the pool area and after 2 weeks on safari, we adored this hotel. It gave us the refreshment we needed to travel on to Egypt.

Miinukset: The bar staff were so slow! Over an hour to get a Margherita at the pool is ridiculous and beers always arrived warm. However a local from Dar gave us a great tip - ask for an ice bucket with your beer and all will be fine.

Plussat: This is such a beautiful venue with a unique local flair, super friendly & accommodating staff and great food as well. Rooms are very spacious, comfortable & clean, everything you could ask for. As for Danielle, the new hotel manager, she is such a sweetheart and has quite the life story. Don’t even think about it, you’ve found the perfect place!

Plussat: Interesting location, large room, helpful staff.

Miinukset: AC master control was centralized and turned off during the day making staying in the room extremely uncomfortable, even between breakfast and check-out at 11AM.

Plussat: The staff is absolutely lovely and caters to your every wish. The place is absolutely clean and well furnished, so you can relax and enjoy your stay.

Plussat: The hotel was a wonderful gem nestled amongst the streets of stone town. Walking distance from the ferry we arrived early and could drop our bags and get information on the city from the really helpful staff. The room was beautifully furnished. Breakfast was plentiful with a wonderful addition of coffee and tea in brought to our room in the morning. We had a fabulous stay.

Miinukset: Nothing! We had a great stay.

Plussat: loved this authentic boutique hotel in the heart of old Zanzibar stone town

Plussat: Welcoming and friendly staff. Very attractive room in a very nice house. Easy walking distance to all places of interest.

Miinukset: On-site parking chaotic. Not actually a hotel car park, only a couple of spaces. Had to move the car a few hours later. Worried it would be blocked in. No alcohol policy. This was not mentioned in the description but has been in place eight months. Were told we could bring own then this was contradicted. Told no wine glasses despite picture clearly showing this in details. Would not have booked if we knew about these issues. Description needs updating.

Plussat: The place in downtown Stontown and the decoration of the hotel (old house).

Miinukset: My room was just down the kitchen and i could hear the noise of the fridge or the AC engine and people walking. The window insulation are not good also (old one). There was no decoration in the bathroom all the stuff were on a chair.

Plussat: Much more than we expected! Wonderful architecture, tradicional and modern at the same time. Best location in Stone Town and a delicious breakfast. Staff extremely friendly!

Plussat: Everything

Miinukset: Nothing

Miinukset: They declare the hotel has a private parking, but there is no parking. I had booked this hotel just for this reason, since I had to go to the airport at 3.30 am. They make you park in a narrow dusty street near the hotel (if you find a place), where the cars are parked one behind the other, with the risk that you cannot exit if you need.

Plussat: It’s a beautiful old colonial house turned boutique hotel. If you like your hotels to have character and history, Kisiwa House is ideal. It’s beautifully charming and it’s located in the centre of stone town.

Plussat: The rooms are very clean, roomie, the staff were very welcoming and nice. The breakfast was great! Just near Kenyata road where you can buy things. Near the clothes market and beach

Miinukset: Without elevator and the hotel has high stairs

Plussat: Great, beautiful building and friendly service. Good location.

Plussat: A nice heritage hotel in the center of stone town and just minutes away from the waterfront area. Rooms are spacious, air conditioned and have a large bathroom. Staff is great, especially the ones working at the restaurant are very accomodating.

Miinukset: Only downside is that the building smells sometimes of mold and the toilet in the restaurant area had a strong sewage odor.

Plussat: Location of the hotel, roof terrace

Miinukset: additional charges on credit card to pay transportation

Plussat: The room was comfortable and a good size for me as a solo traveler. The staff were very helpful and friendly, and I was able to book several excursions through the reception desk. I also liked having the cafe available for meals, and the breakfast buffet upstairs.

Miinukset: The location was fine, but I would have liked to be slightly closer to the center of Stone Town.

Plussat: The hotel was helpful storing our bags, offering a nice breakfast and booking for us a van to take us up Island. They also have some interesting fair trade wooden items for sale. The staff were friendly, helpful and courteous. The rooftop terrace was very delightful for breakfast. Air conditioning was essential due to the humidity.

Miinukset: We had no concerns.

Plussat: kind staff, clean and good location.

Plussat: The hotel is top-notch. As the hotel is run partly by Dutch people, it has a good feel for European values and standards. Also the food is excellent!

Miinukset: The only downside is the location near the port. It is convenient if you travel by ferry (you can walk it in 5 minutes), but it is not the best neighborhood in town. But don't let that put you off. I will still recommend this hotel!

Plussat: Beautiful clean rooms, extremely welcoming staff, excellent breakfast- this hotel definitely had the X-Factor: 10/10!

Plussat: Central location, beautiful and spacious room

Plussat: The staff were always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great, with pancakes and fresh juices. Clean and comfortable. Cafe that is attached to the hotel is excellent with some good choice of food and milkshakes, ice cream etc.

Plussat: Erittäin ystävällistä henkilökuntaa. Hyvä aamiainen sekä sänky ja pyynyt.

Miinukset: Katumelu illasta ja aikaisesta aamusta lyhensi yöunia.

Plussat: Good location, Clean room, Nice staffs

Plussat: Incredible breakfast. Super clean and friendly staff. Good place

Miinukset: Nothing really. All perfect.

Plussat: Nora and the staff were very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was great! We did a prison island tour to see the giant turtles, and I HIGHLY recommend it! The giant turtles are honestly worth the trip to Zanzibar alien :)

Plussat: The hospitality and friendliness of the staff. The general running of the hotel.

Miinukset: The stairs.

Plussat: Beautiful old building with interesting pieces of antique furniture, proximity to the historical center

Miinukset: Bathroom had a terrible smell, the room was quite small, breakfast was average with some of the food obviously gone bad, some of the personnel was friendly, others seemed like they were doing us a favor by working there, overall the warm hospitality we encountered everywhere else in Zanzibar was completely missing. Overpriced.

Plussat: Locaton Staff Breakfast Hot shower

Miinukset: Mattress was hard and TV not in right position and hair dryer no hot air.

Plussat: The only special thing is the historical building.

Miinukset: It would have been great if it was a museum. The structure and furniture are old and very beautiful, interesting to visit, historically speaking. But for the price I expected more comfort and a better service. The room is uncomfortable, too much furniture, uncomfortable bed, uncomfortable pillows, no hot water in the shower, old facilities like very noisy electric fan. The staff is unprepared, the breakfast is bad. Defenetely overrated for the price. They make you pay only the historical value of the building.

Plussat: Very friendly staff and the hotel flair

Plussat: Excellent breakfast with huge choice: Pastries, croissant, fresh fruit, porridge, soup, pancakes, toast, butter and jams, juice, tea and coffee, various delicious local hot dishes and eggs prepared as you wanted them. Marvellous!

Plussat: Hotel is very beautiful, has its own history. We had a beautiful room on the top, with wonderful view of city and sea. Room was very spacious and the shower with no ceiling really impressed us. You can enjoy sunsets on roof terrace, or observe city rooftops with a cup of tea. Also tried the pool, which was lovely. Breakfast was good. Location - perfect. Close to tourist agency, pharmacy, many souvenir shops and restaurants.

Miinukset: On our stay there were quite a few rains with wind, so there were some water leaking through wooden windows.

Plussat: Beautiful restored and refurbished Arabic “city palace”. Not direct at the the sea but very good located at the old city. Fantastic staff!

Miinukset: -

Plussat: The view from balcony was very nice. The location is really good. We had issue with the hot water in the shower but they helped us by providing bigger room. All the rooms hav beautiful balcony with a swimming pool view. We had a room with two balcony. One with street view and another with swimming pool view. Will come again.

Plussat: The hotel is set in an amazing historic building. The view from the roof balcony and the climate is great. Hotel in a great location. The very center of Stone Town on a cool street. Good breakfast. They also have luggage storage in case someone has to leave it somewhere for a while.

Miinukset: We had a room in the old part of the hotel and unfortunately the smell in the room was not the best. It probably results from the moisture that is there. This is the only minus but big.

Plussat: This is a very unique and beautiful hotel...They take care of a lot of little details. I believe it was a little pricey - but it was also during the holiday season. Some nickel and diing- too much for taxis and so forth - ut a kind and attentive staff.

Miinukset: This was our second stay at Beyt al Salaam in the space of a week, whilst the first stay was pleasant our final night in Stone Town was extremely uncomfortable! The mosquito net above the bed had a handful of dead mosquitos laying on top. The floor was dusty, there was no water left in our rooms, the bathroom taps still had soap grime and there was absolutely no hot water in the room. Not the most pleasant experience at all

Plussat: They are really helpful. Rooms is clean, breakfast is good enough and location is perfect.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: The room was clean and comfortable, the bed firm, not too firm. The breakfast was nutritious and good, though perhaps monotonous for a five day stay.

Miinukset: I was disappointed that there was no properly brewed coffee for breakfast. Also yes bags and instant coffee was provided in the room, but no indication how to get hot water to drink it with. Small things that could make the stay better.

Plussat: food served at the hotel location

Miinukset: WIFI very slow, TV not working properly, Cleaning products e.g. shampoos, soaps were not provided each day

Plussat: Hyvä aamiainen, hyvä huone ilmastoinnilla, iso huone, superior huone

Plussat: Staff and Breakfast set up.

Miinukset: Staff so friendly Husna front Desk and Rose Restaurant Mashallah

Plussat: Wonderful location, great room with Swahili design and beautiful restaurant. Staff was great too.

Miinukset: They referred us to another hotel, because they were fixing our room. This should have been communicated earlier- but otherwise all was fine!

Plussat: The staff was very kind, friendly and helpful! Good location. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great. We actually booked another night and also got to eat lunch and dinner at their restaurant, which were also very good.

Plussat: Good location, big room, huge bathroom

Miinukset: The floor in the room was really dirty, we spent rainy night in the hotel and room was really noisy because of the rain

Plussat: - Cleanliness - Friendly staff - Good location, walking distance to all the main sights

Miinukset: - Upon arrival we got informed that our room is actually located in a partner hotel next door (Al minar). The room was not as nice as the one we booked in Beyt Al Salam, especially the bathroom. Since it was only 1 night we decided not to argue and spend as much time as we can in Stone Town, but I think a change like this should be communicated beforehand - No dryer in the bathroom, we called the reception to ask if they had one to lend but they couldn’t locate it - We asked the day before if it would be possible to get the breakfast packed (a piece of cake or a fruit), since we have to head to the airport very early. We ended up getting an aluminium box with a boiled egg, sweet toast with jam, a piece of cucumber and a piece of watermelon - overall a really odd mix, not very practical to eat while travelling

Plussat: Very friendly and helpful staff. They could not do more for us

Plussat: Rauhallinen ja siisti huone. Henkilökunta oli ystävällinen. Hotelli sijaitsi hyvällä paikalla. Sieltä ei ollut minnekään (Stone Townin alueella) pitkä matka. Kävelyetäisyydellä oli paljon nähtävää.

Miinukset: Hotellikuvaus Booking. comissa oli kaukana siitä, mitä kuviteltiin. Pieni ja ahdas huone. Vaatteille ei ollut mitään säilytystiloja. Esitteessä kerrottiin, että siitä olisi ollut näköala puutarhaan, mutta se ei pitänyt paikkaansa. Yksipuolinen aamiainen.