Is pricing at House of Spice comparable to 3 star hotels in Zanzibar?

There is a 27% difference in the average nightly rate of 3 stars hotels in Zanzibar and the average nightly rate at House of Spice. The rate at House of Spice is just $65/night and is considered a very good deal when staying in Zanzibar.

How close is House of Spice to the nearest airport, Zanzibar Intl Airport?

There are 4.8 mi between the closest airport, Zanzibar Intl Airport, and House of Spice. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 09m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

What is the best way for guests to get from Zanzibar Intl Airport to House of Spice?

One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Zanzibar Intl Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

What is the House of Spice phone number?

For assistance regarding your reservation at House of Spice please call +255 242 238 021.

What is the check-out time at House of Spice?

Check-out should be before 10:00 AM. For checking in at House of Spice, guests should plan for any time after 2:00 PM on the day of their scheduled arrival.

How much does it cost to stay at House of Spice, Zanzibar?

A good deal at House of Spice right now is between $35 and $65 per night. Prices change based on dates and room type, so enter your requirements in the form above to see the best deals currently available.

What is the cheapest month to stay at House of Spice?

For the best chance to save money on your House of Spice reservation, consider staying in May, when prices are typically at their lowest ($47).

What is the cheapest day to check into House of Spice?

Consider checking into House of Spice on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $31).

House of Spice

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3 stars

Uwanja Wa Shaba, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Excellent152 verified ratings

$31

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About House of Spice

Shaba is a B&B Boutique Hotel located in a beautiful and characteristic building in the heart of the old centre of Stone Town.Stone Town is the capital city of Zanzibar. The history of this beautiful ...

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Check-in time	2:00 PM
Check-out time	10:00 AM
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Front desk number	+255 242 238 021

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Very good152 verified ratings

8.4Families

8.8Friends

7.0Solo

7.8Couples

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"Priscila, Moses & Joseph were a wonderful staff." (in 1 review)
Central location and full of character (in 2 reviews)
Staff are very friendly and helpful. (in 22 reviews)

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Room very small Ugly surroundings (in 2 reviews)
It’s a glorified guest house and not a boutique hotel. (in 6 reviews)
The hotel offers nothing more than a good place to sleep. (in 1 review)

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Is pricing at House of Spice comparable to 3 star hotels in Zanzibar?

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What is the best way for guests to get from Zanzibar Intl Airport to House of Spice?

What is the House of Spice phone number?

What is the check-out time at House of Spice?

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