Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views.
Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan and mosquito net are provided in all rooms at Kholle House. Each is individually decorated with exposed wooden beams, bright colours and antique furnishings.
Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property.
The hotel organises an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
“Lovely hotel with old style decorations. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The location is great and the staff organise great tours and other extras like massage.. Very hassle free and easy!”
Judith
Germany
“Great staff and hotel. Thank you for being so hospital!!!”
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Isabel
United Kingdom
“The food was excellent, location perfect for a wander along the seafront. The hotel and rooms are absolutely beautiful and restored so perfectly.”
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Fiona
United Kingdom
“Beautifully furnished and decorated historical hotel . Lots of lovely antiques and interesting artwork in a wonderful old building.The pool area and outside courtyard were beautiful .
There is also a roof terrace with swahili seating. Our room...”
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Jester
Finland
“I liked that the property is within the town itself. It is very easy to get to the places that I wanted to visit from my accommodation. The place has a very rustic feel to it and that it is adorned with Swahili elements. Very clean, peaceful and...”
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Gwen
Canada
“Staff exceptional, traditional gem boutique stay. Quiet and beautiful building. Breakfast great, served in garden area. Rooftop space and many little nooks to enjoy.”
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Zimkita
South Africa
“I enjoyed the service soo much. Everyone was helpful and they went an extra mile to assist.”
Sophia
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was delicious. The staff were amazing. It was a great location. I had an amazing massage. The Swahili-set-menu on the roof top was AMAZING! 🤩 The shower gel and moisturiser was so good to o & a lovely touch!”
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Jo
United Kingdom
“Charming property. Super clean. Friendly and helpful staff. A lovely garden and the menu was simple but delicious. Also a nice clean pool.
Easy walk into the heart of StoneTown. A great location.”
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Tracey
United Kingdom
“Beautiful boutique hotel with lots of character , good location and friendly staff”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
Cuisine
African • French • Local • International • European
Kholle House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a 5% charge when you pay with a (Visa or Euro/Mastercard) credit card.
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