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Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
Stone Town's charming hotel puts travelers in the center of vibrant island life with local cuisine and ocean views that make every meal memorable

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Spice Palace Hotel, in Stone Town's heart, offers local breakfast specialties and international dishes at Blue Ocean restaurant. Relax at the outdoor pool and terrace, or enjoy coffee at the café with in-room WiFi convenience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
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About the area

Located near the beach, Spice Palace Hotel is in Stone Town, a neighbourhood in Zanzibar Town. Slave Market and Hamamni Persian Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
Map
Soko Muhogo Street, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders
    House of Wonders
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anglican Cathedral which includes heritage elements
    Christ Church Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens
    Forodhani Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort
    Old Fort
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market
    Slave Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    5 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • House of Karafuu
    2 min walk
  • Secret Garden
    5 min walk
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
    5 min walk

About this property

Spice Palace Hotel

Hotel located in Stone Town
At Spice Palace Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Blue Ocean, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, a lift and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Spice Palace Hotel include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 65-cm flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Ocean
  • Blue Ocean
  • Jaws Bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per room (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property is also known as

Spice Palace Hotel Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Spice Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Spice Palace Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spice Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spice Palace Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Spice Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A 50% fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Spice Palace Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Spice Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per room applies.

Where is Spice Palace Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this hotel is steps away from Jaw's Corner, The Ancient Door of Stone Town and St. Joseph's Cathedral. House of Wonders and Hamamni Persian Baths are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 146 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location good service excellent breakfast
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Nice lobby, pool and cafe area. Rooms are dated and bedding is nasty! Staff great. Location good. Well priced for a short 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The food was good and the rooms were excellent. The staff was very helpful in assisting us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice benefit to relax in after a hot day out in the city. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would say this property met all my needs. It’s in a great location for both food and seeing some of the sights in stone town. I fear the only drawback is that there are many commercial stores around which is both a blessing and a curse as you pass by the same people selling their wares all the time through no fault of their ow.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place amazing price and location

This was a very nice hotel. The staff was very friendly it has a great roof top restaurant/bar the food was great would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice boutique hotel. Good food and clean. Rooftop dinner option with the wine and seafood dinner was a nice suprise. Nice cozy pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ziyanai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful hidden gem

Relatively easy to find hotel, walking distance from ferry and other places of historical significance such as the Slave market. Very clean room, exquisite furniture and decorations. Air con and wifi worked very well. Delightful and pleasant staff, engaging and gave tips on areas to visit. Delicious breakfast, great choice. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and staff

My 2nd stay i really felt comfortable the first time so i came back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint hotel with African decor in mid Stonetown. Shopping unavoidable. Rooftop restaurant with great food and drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff here were so kind and helpful! My room was so clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was amazing 🤩 I really hope I can stay here again one day ❤️ Asante Sana!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kati

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Stone Town. Room was small but ok for our one night stay. Airconditioning and wifi worked well. Bed was too hard, at least for us. Breakfast was quite ok but service at breakfast was not. Nice, small pool in the garden.

6/10 Okay

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Really good option to stay in Stone Town

In the heart of the old town, surrounded by small beautiful alleys. At first it was a bit hard to memorize the location of the hotel, but it was easy to learn, and the staff were super friendly. Cars can't drive to the hotel, but tuktuks can. My room didn't have a window and AC smelled a bit bad, yet it was a nice room despite those. Hotel also have a nice gym. The breakfast was super good with nice views on the roof. Everything was close.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Amenities
In the heart of zanzibar! Fantastic staff. Your Masai collegues Luka and others werr ecceptional. Shoeing us food spots .24hr front desk and everyhkng was so clean . Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a real area. Many local people right outside the door. If you are looking for a sanitized western lux hotel, maybe go elsewhere. If you want to really feel like Stone Town a good option. Room was basic but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ildiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Loved the terrace restaurant. The food was good and breakfast had lots of choices. It was easy to find our way to the melacon. There is a ATM close by which is convenient. You could make arrangements for trips right in the hotel. We didn't use it, bit there is a very nice pool at the hotel. They were eager to please us in every way. Nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Disliked: Amenities
Property location is nice. Very old and smells of mildew. The pool is the size a jacuzzi, no seats around the baby splash pool. I had no hot water and the tv did not a connect. The free internet is null and void. Connectivity to the internet was poor for both new gets that I stay at Spice Palace. Heed this warning and stay elsewhere. The breakfast served each morning was horribly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Angelique

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel via Expedia and stayed 2 nights. The best thing about this hotel is location. It is in the middle of Stone Town, walking distance to all the attractions (Freddie Mercury museum, slave market, churches, spice market, old port). There are a lot of shops and many restaurants around the corner. We walked a lot on our own and it is very safe during the day. People are friendly. The roof top restaurant has view of Stone Town. I arranged pick up from airport and they were great. They also took us to our resort in Nungwi and I think there price is better than taxi or service from Nungwi. The room is very nice and clean. Breakfast is good too. The downside, there are constructions in other buildings surrounding this hotel. And our room is next to the street. So it is very noisy all day and night. People on the streets are talking into 2-3 in the morning and the loud speaker from a mosque near by starts at 5am. People staying in the hotel coming into the hotel until 2-3 am. So I didn’t get much sleep here. There was a mixed up for our breakfast. Hotel has record that we did book with breakfast. But the rooftop restaurant did not receive our booking. So they refused letting us in even when I showed my booking information from Expedia. The front desk had to work through the 2 management systems to solve this problem. It took so long by the time they solved this miscommunication, breakfast time was almost over so we had to rush to get some food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people who worked there were very nice, helpful, and personable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had good food. Most of the staff was great.very nice hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it and loved the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Khaja

Transportation is problem as cars cannot reach hotel front due to very narrow lanes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamaal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here no complaints at all I plan to revisit with friends soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilmer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay at Spice Palace Hotel, perfect location, near to the most popular tourist attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023