Shaba Boutique Hotel

4 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 1468 reviews
1,468 reviews
Kiponda St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Kiponda St, Zanzibar
+255 242 162 920
Wed 7/29
-
Thu 7/30
2 guests, 1 room
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$41
/Cheapest rate per night
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Double room, bed type unknown
$41
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$54
Superior room, bed type unknown
$55
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Overview

Free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hotel. Change of towels is available on request. Shaba Boutique Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
8.3
Very good
1468 reviews

Latest deals for Shaba Boutique Hotel

Wed 7/29
-
Thu 7/30
Double room, bed type unknown
$41
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$54
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
$60
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$43
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$54
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$46
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
$55
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$59
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$48
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$48
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
$55
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$70
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$60
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$86
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 double bed
$62
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$88
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 queen bed
$122
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$103
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Shaba Boutique Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Cribs available
  • No smoking
  • Wake-up service
  • Air-conditioned

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Bottle of water
  • Safety deposit box
  • Public transport tickets
  • Tour desk
  • Key access

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • City view
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Shaba Boutique Hotel

8.3
Very good
1468 verified ratings
Wonderful
854
Very good
319
Good
134
Okay
71
Fair
32
Mediocre
21
Poor
37

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent central location, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The staff received high marks for their friendliness and helpfulness, often going above and beyond to assist guests. Breakfast was frequently described as good or excellent, with a variety of options. Cleanliness of rooms and common areas was also noted positively. Some guests mentioned small or dark rooms, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Room Size5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2026
Very kind and helpful staff and a good location in Stone Town. The room was comfortable and clean and the breakfast was good

Location

Kiponda St, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town137 yd
  • Christ Church208 yd
  • Slave Chambers266 yd
  • House of Wonders399 yd
  • Old Fort0.3 mi
  • Forodhani Gardens0.3 mi
  • Stone Town Beach0.4 mi
  • Livingstone's House0.7 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach3.1 mi
  • Changuu Island3.4 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock6.9 mi
  • Chumbe Island8.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Shaba Boutique Hotel

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April
December
$82
$67
Cheapest month to stay with an average 48% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 90% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Shaba Boutique Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Shaba Boutique Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Shaba Boutique Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Shaba Boutique Hotel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Shaba Boutique Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $85, while the most expensive was $85.
  • How long should you stay at Shaba Boutique Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Shaba Boutique Hotel

  • Where is Shaba Boutique Hotel located?

    Shaba Boutique Hotel is located at Kiponda St, 0.4 miles from the center of Zanzibar. Stone Town is the closest landmark to Shaba Boutique Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Shaba Boutique Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Shaba Boutique Hotel.

  • Does Shaba Boutique Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Shaba Boutique Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Shaba Boutique Hotel from the airport?

    Shaba Boutique Hotel is 4.7 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Shaba Boutique Hotel is 49.4 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Shaba Boutique Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Shaba Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Shaba Boutique Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Shaba Boutique Hotel.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.7
0.4 mi
Zanzibar Intl
4.7 mi

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