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The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Terrace/patio
Reception
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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
In the heart of Stone Town, The Seyyida Hotel And Spa offers a tranquil retreat with a rooftop terrace and outdoor pool. Unwind at The Seyyida Spa or enjoy ocean views at The Seyyida Rooftop restaurant. With amenities like free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and barbecue grills nearby guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
Spa

Spa

The Seyyida Spa has some ways to help you decompress. The hotel's spa offers massages and wellness treatments such as aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials.

Spa
Spa

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View (Apartment 757) | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View (Apartment 757)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Balcony Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Balcony Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Courtyard Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Courtyard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Kijangwani, Stonetown, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪taraab - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

Upscale hotel located in Stone Town
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace at The Seyyida Hotel And Spa. Indulge in a facial, a body scrub, and a massage at The Seyyida Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, The Seyyida Rooftop, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, babysitting (surcharge), and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Seyyida Hotel And Spa boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Cribs/infant beds, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Seyyida Rooftop

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for TZS 30.0 per day

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: TZS 12373.85 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 47500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TZS 1 (roundtrip), (from 16 to 17 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: TZS 30.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Seyyida
Seyyida Hotel
Seyyida Hotel Zanzibar Town
Seyyida Zanzibar Town
The Seyyida Hotel Spa
The Seyyida Spa Zanzibar Town
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa Hotel
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa Zanzibar Town
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does The Seyyida Hotel And Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Seyyida Hotel And Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Seyyida Hotel And Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Seyyida Hotel And Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 47500 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Seyyida Hotel And Spa located?

Located in Stone Town, this spa hotel is steps from Malindi Mosque, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), and Shakti Temple. House of Wonders and Zanzibar Night Market are also within 5 minutes.

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