Stone Town Cafe

Stone Town Cafe, rated 7.8 on Booking.com, occupies a traditional building with high ceilings and woodwork typical of Stone Town, in the old town of Zanzibar City. The family-friendly property offers family rooms and deluxe double rooms with balconies, each featuring air-conditioning, a private bathroom, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, and a work desk. Some rooms provide a shared balcony area upstairs for relaxation. The on-site restaurant serves local and international cuisines, with halal, vegetarian, and vegan options, and guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Breakfast is served in the café downstairs, and for early departures, the staff prepares breakfast boxes. Free WiFi is available throughout, and the property includes a terrace, outdoor seating, and a safety deposit box. Stone Town Cafe sits a 2-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, less than 1 km from the Peace Memorial Museum, and within 1 km of the Old Fort of Zanzibar and House of Wonders. The hotel offers a paid airport shuttle, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and full-day security with CCTV in common areas and outside the property. The staff, including the owner Sadaat, arranges excursions, provides guided walks explaining the history of Stone Town, and facilitates late check-outs. The accommodation features a generator, allowing guests to use air-conditioning during power cuts. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Stone Town Cafe.

Central location in the old town, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and Stone Town Beach.

Staff and owner provide exceptional care, including organizing airport pickups, excursions, and guided tours.

Rooms feature authentic Stone Town style with high ceilings, woodwork, and comfortable beds.

Breakfast boxes are provided for early departures.

Generator ensures air-conditioning during power cuts.

The building is traditional and authentic but can feel a bit dark.

Some windows were broken and the room requires maintenance in some aspects.