Shaba Boutique Hotel

★★★★ · Paradise Wilderness

8.6Very good · 2,255

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City · Map ·

“Very good experience and the staff and the breakfast was amazing!” · 10.0, Thu 27 Aug

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Amenities

WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeNon-smoking roomsAir conditioningFamily roomsLuggage storageSafety deposit boxTour desk

Location 9.4Excellent location

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City · · Open in Google Maps

What guests say

8.6

Very good
2,255 verified reviews

Cleanliness7.9

Service9.4

Location9.4

Room Quality7.4

Amenities8.4

Value for Money8.4

Food and Beverage8.9

Overall Experience8.9

In short. Some reviews indicated issues with humidity and cleanliness.

Saidi, Kenya · Couple8.0

Fri 23 Oct For anyone who enjoys exploring on foot and appreciates warm, personal hospitality, Shaba is a wonderful place to experi + A welcoming home in the heart of Stone Town Shaba Boutique Hotel was a lovely base for exploring Stone Town. We found its location incredibly convenient, with the attractions we wanted to visit within walking distance. Being able to step outside and...

Ndhlala, South Africa · Couple8.0

Wed 21 Oct Great place near everything you can think off + Very friendly staff,welcoming,helpful they made breakfast for us to eat on the way as we were having an early flight and the place is supper clean nothing to complain of − The bed was not comfortable at all I think the mattress were long due to be changed

Khaled Mahmoud Abdou, EG · Solo9.0

Mon 19 Oct Great value for money + Value for money is great − Almost nothing Maybe the stairs are somehow hard for someone who have knee injury

Daniele, DE · Couple8.0

Fri 16 Oct wonderful historical building in stone town + the hotel is an old traditional house in the very centre of stone town and with its traditional architecture is a real highlight. The staff at the hotel is the gem of the place, they make you feel at home. The breakfast included is top quality, varied and...

Ellen, United States · Solo5.0

Wed 16 Sep Good location, unique building, facilities leave a little to be desired. + Nice central Stone Town location. Friendly staff. − It’s a very old building that is a labyrinth of steep stairs. We had lots of heavy luggage and no help with it. Our room was adequate and spacious, but we had just 2 threadbare towels for a 4...

Nopote, South Africa · Solo8.0

Wed 16 Sep + In the midst of many things/places

Jean, AU · Solo10.0

Sat 12 Sep Excellent service and recommend it! + The property is small but very good service .

Chantal, United Kingdom · Solo8.0

Mon 7 Sep A beautiful stay in a perfect location, lovely atmosphere and room, I'd happily stay again + I loved everything about my stay. The location was perfect, the atmosphere was lovely, and my room was beautiful, perfect boutique vibe. I especially loved my large balcony. Staff were amazing! − The only downside was the limited breakfast options.

Precious, ZW1.0

Thu 27 Aug Very disappointed with how they handled my case and ended up losing all my money. Even a percentage of my money as a ref + The property was clean − The property is not as advertised on the photos. The rooms are small and you can not access it by car. You have to walk a long distance through the narrow dirty streets of stone town. It is not...

Hawa, FR · Couple10.0

Thu 27 Aug Great experience! + Very good experience and the staff and the breakfast was amazing!

Questions

What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Can my child stay?Children welcome

Are pets allowed?No

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Host

Paradise Wilderness
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About the hotel

Charming Boutique Hotel in Stone Town

Zanzibari-Style Rooms : Experience the charm of Zanzibar with our air-conditioned rooms featuring traditional furnishings and en suite bathrooms.

Convenient Location : Just a stone's throw away from the House of Wonders museum and Fordahani Gardens, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Stone Town.

Modern Amenities : Stay connected with free wifi throughout the property and in all rooms, ensuring you are always in touch during your stay.

Book your stay at Shaba Boutique Hotel for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Stone Town.

Good to know

Check inFrom 02:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check outBefore 10:00 AM

Children and cotsWelcome

PetsNot allowed

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Managed byParadise Wilderness

Before you go

From the hotel

An Infrastructure tax was introduced by the Zanzibar government from 1st July 2015. The tax of US$5 per person per day is to be collected by the hotel accommodations from all inhouse guests on behalf of the Zanzibar Revenue Board (ZRB). This amount is payable directly on check-in.

We accept MasterCard and Visa. Please be advised that all credit card payments will incur a surcharge of 3%.

For bookings of up to 5 rooms, a different cancelation policy applies. Cancelations must be made at least 60 days before arrival to avoid a 100% cancelation fee. Additionally, prepayment is required 60 days prior to arrival. Failure to remit payment by the deadline will result in the reservation being released.

When booking 6 rooms or more, a different cancelation policy applies. Prepayment is required immediately, and any cancelation will incur 100% penalties. prior to arrival. Failure to remit payment by the deadline will result in the reservation being released.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Bring the passport you book with; the hotel checks it at check-in.

Paid to the government of Tanzania, not to us 5 things travellers pay or do themselves: visa, insurance, taxes, fees. Tap to see.

These are not in your Elite Trip price and we do not sell them. You pay each one to the authority named, on its own site or at the gate. Checked 2026-10-25; rules change, so read the official page before you fly.

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

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

Where
inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz (mainland) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz (Zanzibar) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz

When
Before you arrive. In force from 1 October 2026 (Government Notice 256/2026).
AfyaMsafiri online health declaration Free

Who
Every traveller, one declaration each, including children.

Where
afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz

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
visa.immigration.go.tz

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
On the day of the trip. Elite Trip does not include it in a tour price unless the tour says so.

Elite Trip is not a government agency and does not issue visas, insurance or permits.

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