Spice Palace Hotel

★★★★ · Not Available

7.8Good · 2,017

Soko Muhogo Street Jaws Corner, Zanzibar City · Map ·

“Great hotel to stay in Stone Town, definitely recommended. Breakfast is offered on the rooftop with views over the city. The reception...” · 10.0, Thu 13 Aug

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Amenities

Fitness facilitiesWiFi availableFree WiFi FreeNon-smoking roomsAir conditioningFitness centerSwimming pool24-hour front desk

Location 9.3Excellent location

Soko Muhogo Street Jaws Corner, Zanzibar City · · Open in Google Maps

What guests say

7.8

Good
2,017 verified reviews

Cleanliness6.3

Service8.8

Location9.3

Room Quality7.3

Amenities7.3

Value for Money7.8

Food and Beverage7.8

Overall Experience7.8

In short. Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly with the washroom and room odors.

Shahista, Tanzania · Family8.0

Fri 16 Oct Amazing stay friendly staff and fantastic service. + We loved the amazing polite staff. They were so kind and everything was good − We loved the experience but my daughter saw a bee in the room and got scared otherwise everything amazing.

Reno, AU · Solo10.0

Mon 12 Oct + Great location, and rooftop restaurant − Nothing

Michel, BE · Solo6.0

Tue 25 Aug + Very good location to discover Stone Town, nice staff and good facilities − Impossibility to sleep later than 4:30 am due to chickens (roosters) singing without stopping from 4:30 until the morning.; I informed the hotel reception, but they could not change me to another room

Christine, Tanzania · Solo7.0

Thu 20 Aug + Staff at the bar/restaurant are most welcoming and great − Claws are very disturbing, especially when eating

Wolfgang, Indonesia · Solo4.0

Thu 13 Aug − The whole place feels pretty overpriced for what you are getting, but then again so does all of Stone Town during the high tourist season. The room felt quite stuffy, with no ventilation since...

Balazs2000, CH · Solo10.0

Thu 13 Aug Breakfast on the rooftop + Great hotel to stay in Stone Town, definitely recommended. Breakfast is offered on the rooftop with views over the city. The reception was very kind to store my backpack on my last day after checkout, thank you. The bed was really comfortable.

Claire, United Kingdom · Solo9.0

Tue 11 Aug Great stay, good location and clean + Good location, nice terrace for breakfast and friendly staff. − Sometimes loud at night due to being in city center

Ehab, United Arab Emirates · Couple6.0

Mon 10 Aug For a short period of time our stay was good. + Staff are very helpful and nice, their breakfast was good and the location of the hotel is perfect − The room was too small and no sun coming in

Rwehabura, Tanzania · Solo9.0

Sat 8 Aug + Good breakfast.

ROMZIYATH, FR · Couple5.0

Thu 6 Aug + Location Cleanliness Good for visiting stone town surroundings − During our start, Some leftovers were offered as part of the breakfast menu

Questions

What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Can my child stay?Children welcome

Are pets allowed?No

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About the hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience comfort and style at Spice Palace Hotel in Stone Town. Each room features modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, kettle, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Relaxation and Leisure

Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a refreshing drink at the shared lounge. The sun terrace offers a perfect spot to soak up the sun and relax during your stay.

Convenience at Your Fingertips

Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, room service, and free WiFi throughout the property. Let our staff assist you with arranging airport transfers for a seamless travel experience.

Book now to indulge in a luxurious stay at Spice Palace Hotel!

Good to know

Check inFrom 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check outBefore 11:00 AM

Children and cotsWelcome

PetsNot allowed

Resort fee{'amount': None, 'currency': None, 'period': None}

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From the hotel

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A deposit may be required at the property.

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Mandatory travel insurance USD 44 per adult, USD 22 per child

Who
Every foreign visitor. Residents of EAC and SADC countries are exempt.

Where
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When
Before you arrive. In force from 1 October 2026 (Government Notice 256/2026).
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Who
Every traveller, one declaration each, including children.

Where
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When
Before you arrive. Mandatory since 17 October 2026. Keep the QR code on your phone for the health desk.
Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival USD 50 ordinary (single entry), USD 100 multiple entry

Who
Most nationalities. Visa on arrival is available to most passports; US passports must hold the multiple-entry visa.

Where
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When
Apply online before you travel, or at the airport on arrival where it is allowed.
Zanzibar infrastructure tax USD 5 to 10 per person per night (official sources differ; the hotel collects it)

Who
Every guest staying in Zanzibar, per person per night.

Where
Collected by your hotel for the Zanzibar Revenue Authority

When
At check-out, on top of the room price, unless the hotel says it is included.
Zanzibar marine conservation fees USD 10 per adult per day, USD 25 for Mnemba

Who
Every adult entering a marine conservation area (Mnemba, Menai Bay, Chumbe and others).

Where
Paid at the site or through the boat operator, for the Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries

When
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