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The Kichwa House

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Aerial view
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi
Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, slippers
Exterior
Living area
Located in a bustling shopping district, The Kichwa House offers an upscale experience. Guests enjoy local cuisine at breakfast, Thai massages at the spa, and scenic views from the rooftop terrace. Free WiFi and attentive concierge services ensure a connected and comfortable stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 8 - Sep 9
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Tomorrow

Sep 9 - Sep 10
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View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Day bed
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Day bed
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Day bed
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Day bed
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room | Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Day bed
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kiwengwa, The Kichwa House is in the historical district and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiwengwa Beach and Mnemba Island. Kidichi Spice Farm and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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next to Baby Bush, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 17 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 70 min drive

About this property

The Kichwa House

Upscale hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
Free breakfast (local cuisine), 2 beach bars, and a free daily manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at The Kichwa House. Active travelers can enjoy archery at this hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free internet and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds and day beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Laundry fee: USD 2 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Property Registration Number NR.A.166.2021

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

The Kichwa House Hotel
The Kichwa House Kiwengwa
The Kichwa House Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kichwa House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Kichwa House?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Kichwa House?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Kichwa House?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Kichwa House located?

Situated on the beach, this spa hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mapenzi Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach. Pongwe Beach and Muyuni Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Kichwa House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ilaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accoglienza sempre disponibile. Molto pulita
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RAS
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

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