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Kholle House

3.5 star property
Bayfront guesthouse in Stone Town with outdoor pool and restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool
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Premium Suite | Garden view
Outdoor pool
Premium Suite | Garden view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025

Room options

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Classic Single Room, Bathtub

Classic Single Room, Bathtub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 12.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Poolside

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Suite

Classic Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area

Family Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
9 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Poolside | Living area

Luxury Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Poolside

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
607/608 Malindi, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min walk
  • Old Fort - 8 min walk
  • Shangani Beach - 9 min walk
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 18 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Kholle House

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Kholle House. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: 10 AM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free off-site parking nearby

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1860
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 35
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per child: USD 30 (from 4 to 15 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 35
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 30 (from 4 to 15 years old)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 15 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: USD 15 (one-way), from 6 to 18 years old

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 per cent
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 15

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24 hours

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Kholle House Zanzibar Town
Kholle Zanzibar Town
Kholle
Kholle House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town
Kholle House Guesthouse
Kholle House Hotel Stone Town
Kholle House Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Kholle House Guesthouse
Kholle House Zanzibar Town
Kholle House Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Kholle House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kholle House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Kholle House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at Kholle House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kholle House?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Kholle House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kholle House?
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: 10 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kholle House and nearby?
Kholle House has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kholle House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Kholle House like?
Kholle House is located on the boardwalk in Stone Town, a short 5-minute walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and 8 minutes' walk from Forodhani Gardens.

Kholle House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Though a little away from things and I somehow got lost every single time I set foot outside, I did enjoy staying here. The pool was delightful and the A/C was a lifesaver. Staff was very good and helpful (e.g. immediately dealt with a blown fuse when I told them about it), but it should be noted that I think they spoke less English than the property advertised (I REALLY should have used Google translate to explain what was going on with the previously mentioned blown fuse). However, since the hotel is popular with Europeans, I suspect staff might be better at communicating in French, German or Italian. Breakfast was simple but good. They could use an update on their door locks. Other than that, I am very glad I stayed here.
Alexis, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully restored hotel, perfect location, great staff. Perfect place to stay for anybody that want to experience Stone town in Zanzibar.
Carmen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully restored, unique villa. Unfortunately the location is an initial concern in terms of safety but we soon learned how to navigate the area safely. Small but very pleasant plunge pool - just the thing for hot, humid days
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10/10 Exceptional

Susana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ADEGBOYEGA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved Kholle House! What an amazing history is connected to the hotel! Everything was arranged for us at our request...airport pick up, spice tour, a fabulous 3 hour walking tour of stone town! Our room was perfect...very comfortable. Kholle House has a lovely pool and numerous comfortable nooks and crannies to relax, read a book, play a game. The outside dining room was lovely with delicious food at a reasonable price. Make sure you have the rooftop Swahili tea they offer!! The staff were so friendly and helpful! A fabulous place to stay!
Ann, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent in all aspects but went over and above in some cases. First, they picked us up at airport at 2am, then our luggage was lost by airline and the staff was very helpful in following up with airline. Location is good and the rooms were clean. They also had good food. Enjoyed stay.
Kelly, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gregory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful boutique hotel in Stone Town! Very friendly and attentive staff, lovely breakfasts, charming and quiet garden and outdoor dining area, spacious rooms. A fantastic experience overall and would def recommend!
Joy, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely historical hotel in the center of Stonetown. The rooms are compact and perfect for a short visit. There is a beautiful courtyard with a small pool to cool down after a hot day of sightseeing. The staff are very accommodating
robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A memorable stay in a wonderful hotel
I had an amazing experience during my one day overnight stay at the hotel. The entire staff were so welcoming, helpful, courteous, and attentive to my needs. The room i stayed in was impeccably clean and tidy. The food both dinner and breakfast was the best i had during my trip. I didn't lack for much during my stay. The hotel staff assisted with any questions that i had. I would definitely stay at the hotel during any future return trips back to Zanzibar. I also recommend it to anyone thinking of a possible lodging option during a Zanzibar visit.
Jean, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean, friendly, and authentic Zanzibar
Good hotel, friendly staff, authentic experience. The only downside to Kohlle House is it’s location. Still close to many top attractions, but being close to the ferry terminal means for a less safe evening experience. It shouldn’t be enough to say no to Kohlle House, just be aware of your surroundings and stay on the boardwalk as long as possible.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous trip to Stone Town!
Spent a terrific three nights at Kholle house with my 20 year old daughter -- we shared a room and were very comfortable. Enjoyed the central location, the service and the food! Staff were friendly and helpful and we highly recommend the spice farm tour and a massage -- both booked through the hotel front desk! Thank you to the staff for making our stay so special! We also recommend booking a walking tour of the city -- the streets can be a bit confusing. :) *Pool is LOVELY!
Melissa, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is very nice but the best part about the stay was the staff!! Everyone there was very friendly and professional. The front desk attendant Sebastian was exceptional!!! Anything we needed he was more than willing to assist. He is a huge asset to your hotel
Regina, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is beautiful and the location is excellent. The food also is great, and the Swahili dinner they organize on the roof is a great experience.
Brooke, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Very friendly staff and extremely unique building. Loved our stay.
Steven, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool boutique hotel...quiet, cozy. Liked the brrakfast.
Todd, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place and staff. Only thing was the bed is short! If your 5’10 or above it is tiny haha. My boy and I are tall so it was an interesting experience to try to sleep on the little bed
Emily, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant place
Perfectly located, beautiful house, the staff is very nice and helpful. Strongly recommend!!
Laure, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean, delicious breakfast, beautiful hotel. The tours they offer and transportation they arrange was much more expensive than what you could find elsewhere in town.
Lina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lucia, 1-night trip with friends
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