Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

ex. House Of Spices
Zanzibar, Tanzania View on map
8.4 Very Good Based on 1656 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Authentic Arabic-African interiors define this Stone Town house, which stocks free water, coffee, and tea at all times. A shared shower and luggage storage remain open for post-checkout travelers. Made for island explorers, less so for anyone needing ample bedroom space."

From US$ 35 US$ 30 per night
Save 12%
Check-in
30 Sept 2026
Check-out
1 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
  • Free cancellation
    on many rooms
  • No booking fees
    Pay at the hotel
  • Secure booking
    Your data is safe
  • Best price guarantee
    Found a better price?

Why guests choose Shaba Boutique Hotel

  • World Heritage Site
    Stone Town center
  • Rooftop Dining
    Indian, Lebanese, local
  • Holistic Spa
    Professional therapists
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Entire property
  • Airport Shuttle
    15-min drive
  • Walking Tours
    Historic landmarks

Overview

The non-smoking Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar is a great place to stay in the Stone Town district, a 13-minute stroll from The Peace Memorial Museum. This hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property and 13 rooms that offer views of the urban.

Vikokotoni is located not far from the Zanzibar hotel and Old Dispensary Medical Center is 0.3 miles away. The Shaba Boutique is also situated a 7-minute walk from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. Also, Darajani parking area is situated 900 feet away. Options for cultural tourism include House of Wonders National Museum, situated a 12-minute walk away. Situated in the very heart of Zanzibar, this accommodation is within reach of - Eastern side of the island bus stop.

The Shaba Boutique Zanzibar offers air-conditioned rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as coffee and tea making facilities for guests' comfort. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with a hairdryer and bath sheets are included in the air-conditioned rooms. The en-suite bathrooms at this 4-star hotel have a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

A free breakfast is served daily. The accommodation invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink. Guests can dine at Emerson Spice Tea House Restaurant just near the Shaba Boutique.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:30
  • Check-out
    from 05:00 until 10:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Our tips

Should you book Shaba Boutique Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Want to relax with a drink at an on-site wine bar - the hotel has one.
  • Prefer rooms with Zanzibari-style furnishings - each room is decorated in this style.
Maybe skip if you
  • Travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets.
  • Expect an on-site restaurant - the property has a wine bar but no full restaurant.
Best for
  • An excellent location score of 8.9 in Zanzibar City's best-rated area

Facilities of Shaba Boutique

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
Shaba Boutique Guest Services
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots

Policies

Shaba Boutique Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:30
Check-out
from 05:00 until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

Frequently asked questions

This 2-star Shaba Boutique Hotel is placed in the very heart of Zanzibar, near Old Fort of Zanzibar.
A room in Shaba Boutique costs approximately $57.
It will take you a 20-minute walk to get from Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar to the city centre.
The closest airport is Kisauni and it is placed within 0.5 miles from Shaba Boutique Hotel.
Popular attractions near Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar include Old Fort of Zanzibar as well as Forodhani Park.
Restaurants near Shaba Boutique Hotel include Cafe Africano and Cafe Turquoise.
Payment methods available in Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar include American Express, Visa and Mastercard.
Shaba Boutique has such facilities as a terrace and a restaurant.
Some rooms of Shaba Boutique Hotel welcome guests with free wireless internet access, climate control and a private safe.
Yes, Shaba Boutique Hotel Zanzibar offers bus shuttle service.

Thank you for your feedback

Thank you for subscribing

Close
Check-in
30 Sept 2026
Check-out
1 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
Select the dates
to see the actual offers