Balcony House

Located on Kenyatta Road in central Stone Town, Balcony House offers 11 bedrooms with mosquito nets and ceiling fans, some with private en-suite bathrooms and ocean views. Most rooms are air-conditioned, and all guests have access to shared balconies, terraces, a living room, a kitchen, and dining areas. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. An optional continental breakfast is served for $5 at Balcony House, and free coffee and tea are provided in the shared kitchen. The Indian restaurant downstairs offers a 10% discount to guests. Leisure facilities include a games room, walking tours, and a rooftop terrace with sunset views over the ocean. Staff can arrange local tours, airport transfers, and taxi bookings. The property also features a shared lounge, laundry services, luggage storage, and family rooms. Balcony House is within a 5-minute walk of the beach, restaurants, and major Stone Town attractions such as the Nightmarket and local shops.

Central location within walking distance to beaches, restaurants, and Stone Town attractions

Helpful staff who can organize tours and airport transfers at reasonable rates

Multiple shared balconies and rooftop terraces with ocean views

Well-equipped communal kitchen and free coffee/tea

Good value for budget travelers and families

Multiple steep stairs to reach reception and rooms; no lift

Street-facing rooms can be noisy from traffic and people until late at night