Spice Island Hotel & Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach

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Boating
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets
Sundeck
Bathroom sink
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Main Road Paje, Jambiani, 2484
  • Popular LocationJambiani Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationKuza Cave6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaje Beach8 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)81 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Sea Front Double Room

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Twin Bed Garden View

  • 603 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

Classic Double Room Garden View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.Stay at this Jambiani hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kite Centre Zanzibar. Kuza Cave and Paje Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min walk
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive
  • Kuza Cave - 6 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive
  • Bwejuu Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • African Bbq - 4 min drive
  • Mr. Kahawa - 5 min drive
  • B4 Beach Club - 4 min drive
  • Oxygen - 5 min drive
  • Jambo (Fridays) - 5 min drive

About this property

Spice Island Hotel & Resort

4-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Spice Island Hotel & Resort like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 4-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 17 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Built in 2011
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
Spice Island Hotel & Resort offers 34 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Malikia Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include sports massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0.72 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and June 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.00 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.00 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.72 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spice Island Hotel & Resort to the airport?

Spice Island Hotel & Resort is 33.1 mi (81-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have an airport shuttle?

Spice Island Hotel & Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 120 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Spice Island Hotel & Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort offer free breakfast?

Spice Island Hotel & Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Spice Island Hotel & Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Malikia Spa, where you can enjoy facials, body wraps, and body treatments.

How close is Spice Island Hotel & Resort to downtown Jambiani?

Spice Island Hotel & Resort is 1.4 mi away from Jambiani.

Spice Island Hotel & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Farouk

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Patio steps unmarked making progress a little risky
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saoula

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gunnar

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Helle

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helga

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Adel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAOS EVA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!
Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

A. M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020