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"A wonderful stay in the heart of Stone Town! We stayed at Emerson Spice during our trip to Zanzibar and what a fantastic place it is! The hotel is full of character, with beautiful traditional architecture and a real sense of Zanzibar’s history. It’s completely different from your typical hotel, which is exactly what makes it so special. The location is brilliant for exploring Stone Town, with everything within easy walking distance. The atmosphere is relaxed and authentic, and staying here...

"My room was spotless. I liked the old wooden style with with excellent (silent) aircon. Nice location, and greatto have the coffee shop on the ground level. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooftop breakfasts were tasty and filling."

"Lovely stay at the Mizingani Seafront. Extremely helpful and attentive staff, clean/comfortable rooms and a nice quiet pool area"

"It is nice to stay there."

"The hotel was full of amazing character and extremely friendly staff. They were super helpful and really elevated our experience. We loved our stay here! Couldn’t recommend it enough!"

"The service at the Neela was unparalleled. The staff were unfailingly pleasant and helpful, but never fawning or in the way. Make sure to visit not only their downstairs cafe, but also their rooftop restaurant. Highly recommend."

"The property is attractive and well maintained; the staff were kind and helpful. I would recommend a stay there Duane"

"Beautiful and charming place, great location with AC, WiFi and breakfast. Highly recommend."

"We loved our stay at Kholle House in Stonetown. The hotel was Beautiful and the perfect escape to after a long day exploring. All The staff was fantastic in helping us get the arrangements prior to arriving and then helping us with a couple of the activities we wanted to do. We highly recommend."

"Family owned, very friendly and welcoming. Zanzibar style decoration. Feeling like you are someone home. Good Breakfast."

"Nice location with only steps to the water front, restaurants, boats to prison island and the Freddie Mercury museum. Breakfast was lovely and staff super friendly and helpful."

"Air conditioning work great and the hotel is in a great location"

"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."

"This is an exceptional hotel. The location was excellent for exploring Stone Town and beyond. The staff was professional, polite and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Our room was clean and the beds incredibly comfortable. A truly unique hotel."

"Loved every minute of my stay here. I was sad to leave. Wonderful experience and I can’t wait to return."

"Really good value for money, location is good and staff were very friendly."

"Spice Palace Hotel was a great place to stay in Stone Town. The breakfast was better than I expected (omelette served, location was center of Stone Town, staff was very helpful and price was great. My only complaint was that the pool could have been warmer. I would stay here again. Stayed 5 nights."

"Good clean room in the heart of Stone Town but away from all the tourist shops and touts. Quiet room with food a/c. Helpful staff."

"Wonderful experience. I was given a spacious room with a bright private bathroom and great views. I loved the hotel’s atmosphere, its furniture and architecture. Everything was spotless, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, and the price per night was excellent value, especially with a simple but tasty breakfast included."

"Friendly environment. Fine for a night but not long stays."