Spice Palace Hotel, Zanzibar ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Soko Muhogo Street Jaws Corner, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Very good

7.7

8.2

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3.2

4.0

“The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore all the charming nearby streets and attractions.”view full review

Spice Palace Hotel, a 4-star Zanzibar hotel rated 7.7/10 on Booking.com, features a meticulously restored heritage building in the heart of Stone Town. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a rooftop bar. It is a hub for cultural immersion and social activity.

Rooms & Amenities

Spice Palace Hotel offers 28 elegant rooms, including spacious Superior suites suitable for families. Each unit is equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Cocktails

Dining options include the BLUE OCEAN RESTAURANT, serving fine cuisine that reflects Arab and international traditions, and a rooftop bar for creative cocktails. Guests can enjoy a unique Taste of Local Coffee mixed with spices.

Leisure Options

Recreational amenities encompass an outdoor pool and a lounge area. At the JAWS Bar, guests can engage in activities like board games and enjoy live music during the evenings.

Location & Services

Spice Palace Hotel is situated within walking distance of key attractions like Forodhani Gardens and the Zanzibar Ferry terminal, enhancing access to local dining and markets. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff, supporting guest needs.

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Spice Palace Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Single Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

130 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Studio

2 persons

510 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Spice Palace Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast offered a good variety, with fresh fruits, warm breads, and made-to-order omelets that started my day off perfectly.” view full review

Cozy Comfort!

“My room was beautifully decorated and equipped with excellent air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere throughout my stay.” view full review

Charming Pool!

“The small swimming pool was a lovely spot to unwind, feeling cozy and inviting, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day out exploring.” view full review

Convenient Amenities!

“The bathroom, while in need of some upkeep, provided essential amenities like ample towels and nice handmade soap, which added a nice touch to my stay.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Spice Palace Hotel Location

Soko Muhogo Street Jaws Corner, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Soko Muhogo Street Jaws Corner, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks

Landmark

Old Dispensary

2700 ft

Landmark

Kiponda

2200 ft

Nearby

Museum

House of Wonders

1800 ft

Museum

Old Fort of Zanzibar

1100 ft

Historic Site

Stone Town

200 ft

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

600 ft

Museum

Sultan's Palace

1900 ft

Market

Darajani Market

1900 ft

Benjamin Mkapa Rd

The Peace Memorial Museum

1500 ft

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

1000 ft

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

700 ft

Park

Forodhani Park

1600 ft

Church

Old Slave Market

1400 ft

Hamamni Street

Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar

600 ft

Kelele Square

1300 ft

Gallery

Hellen Art Gallery

900 ft

Gallery

The Beautiful Eyes

900 ft

Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi

1000 ft

Gallery

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

1100 ft

Marahubi Palace

1100 ft

Cathedral St

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

1800 ft

Hurumzi St

Shree Shiv Shakti Temple

1100 ft

Jamatini Rd

Malindi Mosque

1700 ft

Church

Christ Church

1100 ft

Shangani

700 ft

Zanzibar

Tippu Tip's House

1000 ft

Hurumzi Street

1200 ft

Tharia St

Slave Chambers

1300 ft

P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar

Imani Zuberi

1100 ft

Baghani St

Jaw's Corner

0 ft

Restaurants

Jaws Restaurant

100 ft

Soko Muhogo Jaws Corner

Terrace Restaurant at Maru Maru

600 ft

397 - 400 Gizenga Street

Mistress of Spices

700 ft

170 Gizenga Street

Terrace Rooftop Restaurant

600 ft

170 Gizenga Street,

Lazuli

1000 ft

Shangani district Latitude -6.163158 Longitude 39.187793

Odyssey

800 ft

Pipalwadi Street

Stone Town Cafe

1000 ft

Kenyatta Road Shangani River

6 Degrees South Grill and Wine Bar

1500 ft

Plot 60

Vivi Cafe

800 ft

The Old Fort

Unique53 Cafe

1000 ft

New Mkunazini street Opposite Slave Chambers

Getting around

City Centre

Zanzibar9 min · 2300 ft

Airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)12 min · 4.8 mi

Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)119 min · 49.2 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 10:00-11:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Spice Palace guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Ukrainian

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Spice Palace Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 471 verified reviews

7.5/10

Very good

76%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.1/10

Location

8.6/10

Paid Wi-Fi

5.8/10

Staff

8.3/10

Value for money

7.8/10

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