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Hotel with patio pool, rooftop and hearty breakfast in a historic setting in Stone Town.
Kholle House is a historic residence in the heart of Stone Town, built in 1860 for Princess Kholle (or Cholle), daughter of the first Sultan of Zanzibar. The architecture and interior blend Arab, Indian and Creole influences. A house with a lot of cachet: jet or foam marble, exotic woodwork, colorful stained-glass windows, shimmering fabrics and sculpted doors, Swahili bathrooms... The highlight: a pleasant swimming pool in the center of a patio where you can enjoy a refined breakfast. Nice view of the city from the rooftop, which can be reserved for dinner.
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Air-conditioned rooms: single from 85 US$, double from 100 US$, breakfast included.
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After three years of renovation, Kholle House has opened its doors! Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, daughter of the first Sultan of Zanzibar, Kholle House offers a glimpse into the life of a Zanzibari princess. Nestled in the heart of Stone Town, Kholle House is an oasis of calm, a sanctuary in the midst of bustling city life. Our 10 charming guest rooms are designed with an elegant blend of Swahili and Creole influences. Relax in our swimming pool or enjoy the magnificent 360° view of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean from our belvedere.
After three years of restoration, discover the history of Kholle House and the meticulous attention paid to every detail. Each of the 10 rooms is ideally designed in a combination of Swahili and Creole influences.
Built in 1860, Kholle House was a showcase for Princess Kholle's precious collections. Here she displayed her porcelain, furniture and objects from all over the world. She entertained friends and visiting dignitaries.
Kholle House is full of history and color - with its turmeric walls, mutlicolored stained glass, soft nutmeg paving, original jet or foam marble... All a gentle reflection of Zanzibar's spicy fragrances and nuances.
Communal areas include a Directoire period salon, a lobby with marble fountain, a breakfast room, a veranda overlooking the garden, swimming pool, terrace, stuccoed arches and a gazebo at the top of the house with panoramic views of the town, port and islands off Stone Town.
Kholle House is located in the historic heart of legendary Stone Town. With its rich and vibrant history, Stone Town has fueled the imaginations of many writers, travelers and philosophers. Today, Stone Town is protected by Unesco as a World Heritage Site.
From Kholle House you're just a stone's throw from the roads leading into the island's interior or to its shores. Kholle House will take care of everything for you, so you can discover the whole of Zanzibar. All excursions can be done in one day from Kholle House.
After three years of restoration, discover the history of Kholle House and the meticulous attention paid to every detail. Each of the 10 rooms is ideally designed in a combination of Swahili and Creole influences.
Built in 1860, Kholle House was a showcase for Princess Kholle's precious collections. Here she displayed her porcelain, furniture and objects from all over the world. She entertained friends and visiting dignitaries.
Kholle House is full of history and color - with its turmeric walls, mutlicolored stained glass, soft nutmeg paving, original jet or foam marble... All a gentle reflection of Zanzibar's spicy fragrances and nuances.
Communal areas include a Directoire period salon, a lobby with marble fountain, a breakfast room, a veranda overlooking the garden, swimming pool, terrace, stuccoed arches and a gazebo at the top of the house with panoramic views of the town, port and islands off Stone Town.
Kholle House is located in the historic heart of legendary Stone Town. With its rich and vibrant history, Stone Town has fueled the imaginations of many writers, travelers and philosophers. Today, Stone Town is protected by Unesco as a World Heritage Site.
From Kholle House you're just a stone's throw from the roads leading into the island's interior or to its shores. Kholle House will take care of everything for you, so you can discover the whole of Zanzibar. All excursions can be done in one day from Kholle House.
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Visited in march 2024
Really beautiful small hotel in a great location in walking distance (or a short tuktuk-ride) from all the important sights.
The staff is very sweet and helpful. A little slow, but understandable as we visited during the Ramadan.
We stayed in room 23 and really loved the views from the balcony.
All the food we tried was delicious. Also very much the breakfast included in the room price.
We had to check out early to catch a flight and it was a little stressful as they had forgotten a few items on our bill.
We managed to sort it out, but we should have settled the bill in the evening. ;-)
As everywhere else there is an added fee to pay with credit card. Think about paying up front when you book to avoid the fees.
I wasn’t aware but I’m sure it was in writing somewhere! :-)
The staff is very sweet and helpful. A little slow, but understandable as we visited during the Ramadan.
We stayed in room 23 and really loved the views from the balcony.
All the food we tried was delicious. Also very much the breakfast included in the room price.
We had to check out early to catch a flight and it was a little stressful as they had forgotten a few items on our bill.
We managed to sort it out, but we should have settled the bill in the evening. ;-)
As everywhere else there is an added fee to pay with credit card. Think about paying up front when you book to avoid the fees.
I wasn’t aware but I’m sure it was in writing somewhere! :-)
Visited in march 2024
Beautiful small hotel located perfectly just behind the Old Dispensary, within a walking distance to every must see in Stone Town.
The rooms are very clean and beautifully decorated. We enjoyed every single minute spent in the rooms. The rooms are equipped with ceiling fan and AC as well.
Extremely beautiful garden and pool area, perfect place to have breakfast. Speaking of which, the breakfast is really well made too. It‘s mainly western breakfast, we especially loved the fruit choices. Didn‘t try lunch nor dinner.
The staff was really friendly and helpful. We came at dawn (3AM) on our check in day and we had hoped to be able to rest on the couch until we were allowed to check in, but they let us sleep in one of the other rooms instead (until our room was ready) without charging us extra!
One inconvenience is that it‘s very close to the port and next to the hotel is a mosque which is why it gets really loud in the morning or during prayer times. But it’s nothing that can be changed. If you need quietness for your sleep this might not be the right accommodation for you.
The rooms are very clean and beautifully decorated. We enjoyed every single minute spent in the rooms. The rooms are equipped with ceiling fan and AC as well.
Extremely beautiful garden and pool area, perfect place to have breakfast. Speaking of which, the breakfast is really well made too. It‘s mainly western breakfast, we especially loved the fruit choices. Didn‘t try lunch nor dinner.
The staff was really friendly and helpful. We came at dawn (3AM) on our check in day and we had hoped to be able to rest on the couch until we were allowed to check in, but they let us sleep in one of the other rooms instead (until our room was ready) without charging us extra!
One inconvenience is that it‘s very close to the port and next to the hotel is a mosque which is why it gets really loud in the morning or during prayer times. But it’s nothing that can be changed. If you need quietness for your sleep this might not be the right accommodation for you.
Visited in march 2024
Be careful when checking out. They are using an incorrect FX rate and you can only pay in USD with card.
Is essentially a 12% surcharge + 3% additional card use charge. And you have no choice unless you run to an ATM.
Not a nice way to end a trip, feeling gouged. Surely their reputation is worth more than this.
Otherwise the hotel itself is quite nice, a solid 3-star stone town hotel.
Is essentially a 12% surcharge + 3% additional card use charge. And you have no choice unless you run to an ATM.
Not a nice way to end a trip, feeling gouged. Surely their reputation is worth more than this.
Otherwise the hotel itself is quite nice, a solid 3-star stone town hotel.
Visited in march 2024
Beautiful place, deco is amazing, the best sleep I had in a long time and the pool ? Wow. All together great place to stay- amazing.
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Friendly staffs and great breakfast
I loved it ❤️❤️
They nailed it. ????????