Zava House Stone Town Hotel - Zanzibar
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Zava House Stone Town Hotel - Budget-friendly Stone Town accommodation with private entrance and in-room kitchens
Accommodations with Private Kitchen Facilities
Zava House Stone Town Hotel offers double and triple rooms with private bathrooms and kitchen facilities, including a refrigerator, toaster, and tea and coffee maker. Each room has city views and a ceiling fan for cooling. The private entrance provides direct access from the street for added guest convenience.
Shared Kitchen & Dining
Guests have direct access to a fully equipped shared kitchen for cooking meals. The hotel does not serve breakfast, but the shared kitchen and nearby restaurants within a 5-minute walk provide breakfast and other meal options. A tea and coffee maker is available in each room for morning convenience.
24-Hour Front Desk & Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out. A tour desk assists with excursion bookings, and a paid airport shuttle service is available. The staff, notably manager Shafii, provides recommendations for local shops, ATMs, and transportation.
Prime Location in Stone Town
The hotel is located a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and within walking distance of Old Fort of Zanzibar, House of Wonders, and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The property is on a quiet street but close to the main road connecting central Stone Town. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 7 km away, with a paid shuttle service.
Value & Guest Ratings
Guest reviews highlight the value for money, with a 10/10 rating from solo travelers and families. The staff's helpfulness and the quiet, secure location receive consistent praise. The hotel offers free WiFi and free street parking for guests.
- Rooms: Private entrance and in-room kitchen with refrigerator and toaster
- Location: 4-minute walk to Stone Town Beach, near Old Fort and House of Wonders
- Services: 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and paid airport shuttle
- Value: High guest ratings with 10/10 reviews
- Kitchen: Shared kitchen available for cooking
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed

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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Off-site car park
24-hour reception
Outdoor dining area
Paid airport shuttle
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Shared kitchen
Express check-in/ -out
VIP check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Room features
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Essential information about Zava House Stone Town Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 26 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 7.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Reviews of Zava House Stone Town Hotel
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