The Seyyida Hotel And Spa - Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaOff Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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The Seyyida Hotel And Spa - Zanzibar
Off Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Free WiFi8.9
Location8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.5
Staff8.5
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families25%
Solo16%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Free WiFi8.9
Location8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.5
Staff8.5
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families25%
Solo16%
Groups13%

Luxury boutique hotel in Stone Town's UNESCO World Heritage site

Accommodations & Architecture

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa offers 17 rooms with traditional Swahili and Arabic architecture. Each room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with a bath. The hotel's inner garden courtyards and art collection of hand-made textiles and local artifacts reflect Zanzibar's royal history.

Dining & Rooftop

The rooftop restaurant serves contemporary cuisine with views of the Indian Ocean and Stone Town. A complimentary full breakfast is offered daily, and the garden pool bar provides evening cocktails. Themed dinner nights, happy hour, and live music performances are available on-site.

Spa & Wellness

The on-site spa provides personalized treatments including body scrubs, wraps, facials, and massages. Spa facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, spa lounge, and open-air bath. Beauty services such as manicures, pedicures, and make-up services are also offered.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Seyyida Hotel is a 4-minute walk from Sultan's Palace and 300 meters from The Zanzibar Curio shop. Nearby attractions include Peace Memorial Museum, Old Dispensary, and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Walking tours and tour classes about local culture are arranged by the hotel.

Services & Experiences

The 24-hour front desk provides currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. Airport shuttle and car hire can be arranged upon request. Dry cleaning, laundry, and ironing service are available, along with 24-hour room service.

  • Rooms: 17 rooms with Swahili-Arabic architecture and garden courtyards
  • Dining: Rooftop restaurant with ocean views and full breakfast included
  • Spa: Personalized treatments, outdoor pool, and spa lounge
  • Location: 4 min walk to Sultan's Palace and Peace Memorial Museum
  • Services: 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, and room service
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Arabic, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:19
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Rooms and availability

Family Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed1 King-size bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Laundry

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

💵 Lowest room price 70 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 7.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Off Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Off Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Off Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
220 m
Museum
House of Wonders
220 m
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
220 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
220 m
Museum
Sultan's Palace
220 m
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
220 m
Market
Darajani Market
220 m
Church
Old Slave Market
220 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
220 m
Park
Forodhani Park
220 m
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
350 m
200 Hurumzi Street
The Zanzibar Curio shop
220 m
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
200 m
Kelele Square
220 m
Marahubi Palace
120 m
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
150 m
Restaurant
Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe
260 m
Restaurant
The Swahili House
250 m
Restaurant
Tatu Pub-Restaurant-Bar
230 m
Restaurant
Two Tables
230 m
Restaurant
Cafe Turquoise
230 m
Restaurant
Cafe Africano
230 m
Restaurant
Mercury's Restaurant
250 m
Restaurant
The Seyyida Rooftop Restaurant
30 m
Restaurant
Emerson On Hurumzi
150 m
Restaurant
Tea House Restaurant
210 m

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FAQ about The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

Which popular attractions are located near The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Old Fort of Zanzibar, placed 250 meters from The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are The Peace Memorial Museum (1.2 km the property) as well as Mercury House (5 minutes' walk away).
Which landmarks are closest to The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
Guests of The Seyyida Hotel And Spa can visit Christ Church Cathedral (5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Forodhani Park placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to this comfortable hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to this comfortable hotel with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel?
Guests of the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel can take advantage of parking.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
Unfortunately, the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in Forodhani Food Stalls and The Seyyida Rooftop Restaurant restaurants placed within a 5-minute walk from the property.
Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily at the poolside bar of the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at this comfortable hotel?
Guests of this comfortable hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 08:00.
What kinds of rooms does the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel offer?
The 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel offers such room types as Deluxe Queen Room, Junior Suite, and Deluxe Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
All rooms of the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa feature coffee and tea making equipment as well as a laptop-compatible safe, some of them boast a sofa set and a work desk.
Does the staff at the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa hotel will help you in German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, and English.
Are there any facilities for children featured at the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
Yes, for guests with children the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa offers cots and high chairs.
Which facilities are provided in the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
Top locations of the 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa include a restaurant and a luggage room, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
Do you have a pool at the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?
Yes, the comfortable 4-star The Seyyida Hotel And Spa features an outdoor pool area.
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