Stone Town 5 Stars
Our Kisiwa story starts during the reign of Sultan Said ibn Sultan, who fell deeply in love with Zanzibar and made it his home for a time. During this period, in the year 1840, the wealthy Omani merchant, Nassor ibn Abdullah Al Barwani embarked on the construction of a building in the heart of Stone Town. This iconic landmark was later presented to our great-grandmother, Sulaima bint Salim Al Barwani, as a wedding gift in the early 20th century. Fondly called Bibi wa Darini, meaning rooftop grandmother, Sulaima chose to reside on the top floor of the building in later years, leaving her great-grandson to run the luxury hotel now known as Kisiwa House. One of the oldest heritage hotels in Stone Town —an official UNESCO World Heritage Site— the rich cultural legacy of this building infuses all we do. Today, both Kisiwa House and our beachfront offering in Paje, Kisiwa on the Beach, retain the essence of family, eliciting a heartfelt connection with everyone who walks through their doors.
Welcoming intrepid wanderers home for generations with luxurious Swahili romance. In our family for 3 generations, Kisiwa House has recently undergone renovations and meticulous restoration, merging ancient luxury with modern comforts. Original features dating back 170 years, private antique furniture, brass fixtures, Persian rugs, and historic photographs set the stage for a luxuriously intimate Stone Town stay.
5 Stars
Tastefully furnished with a decidedly romantic and enchanting Swahili feel, each suite has a capacity of 5 Pax.
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5 Stars
Each suite is elegant Swahili sophistication decorated and features a standalone shower and bathtubs with a 3 Pax capacity
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5 Stars
Have a capacity of 2 Pax with one of the Deluxe Twin rooms boasting a standalone shower and a freestanding bath.
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