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Spice Island Hotel & Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa

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Boating
Exterior
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Deluxe Double Room
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Sea Front Double Room

Deluxe Sea Front Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Twin Bed Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room Garden View

Classic Double Room Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
Main Road Paje, Jambiani, 2484

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Kuza Cave - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 14 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Spice Island Hotel & Resort

Upscale hotel near Jambiani Beach
Take advantage of a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store at Spice Island Hotel & Resort. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a facial, a sports massage, or a body scrub at Malikia Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like sailing, boat tours, and windsurfing. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a TV in the lobby, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at Spice Island Hotel & Resort offer perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like late night room service and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • JETTI BAR (Seabridge)

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages

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

More

  • 1 floor
  • 17 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.00 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.72 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Spice Island Hotel & Resort
Spice Island Hotel & Resort Jambiani
Spice Island Jambiani
Spice Island Hotel Resort Jambiani
Spice Island Hotel Resort
Spice Island & Resort Jambiani
Spice Island Hotel & Resort Hotel
Spice Island Hotel & Resort Jambiani
Spice Island Hotel & Resort Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

As of Apr 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spice Island Hotel & Resort on Apr 19, 2025 start from CA $107.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Spice Island Hotel & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Spice Island Hotel & Resort?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Spice Island Hotel & Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Spice Island Hotel & Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jambiani Beach, Swahili Cave, and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Very friendly and helpful staff. Patio steps unmarked making progress a little risky
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Farouk

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

6/10 Okay

denise

Passeios extremamente caros e ruins

O lugar é para quem quer sossego absoluto, funcionários solícitos, não tem nada para fazer ao redor ou no hotel, banheiro ruim, cama boa, o hotel só tem internet no restaurante e na piscina, e muito ruim, praia com muitos ambulantes extremamente inconvenientes, mas o pior mesmo são os passeios e transfers vendidos pela recepção do hotel, são caros e muito ruins, beira a desonestidade, comida muito ruim por ser muito apimentada, enfim não voltaria para essa região e muito menos para esse hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Adel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAOS EVA

Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!

Beautiful place ! Great hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

A. M

It was a lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rien n’est vraiment propre. Tout est vieux. La cuisine est moyenne. Le rapport qualité /prix est tres décevant. On paie 60$ le transfert de l’aéroport alors qu’il coute 35 On part en ayant l’impression de s'être fait avoir. Tout est organisé pour plumer le client... Et le service n’est pas du tout a la hauteur, meme si les gens sont gentils...
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The staff were extremely nice and accomodating, it was a beautiful property, right on the beach. We loved the jetty bar to relax on top of the ocean and go for a swim while we enjoyed our drinks. Plenty of comfortable and beautiful shady spaces to lounge by the sea, and the pool was clean and cool. We had a wonderful stay! The only thing I would say is that the food was not very good, with the exception of barbecue night which was delicious. I would still very much recommend to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Frani, London

Upon arrival, I received a warm welcome from the staff (including men dressed in traditional Masai clothes). That was a nice touch. My room (23) had a garden view and was spacious with a poster bed, sofa and two bathrooms. It was clean and I especially appreciated the turndown service where staff prepare your room for the night and make sure it’s mosquito free. They have a big restaurant and their menu offers local dishes, as well as European and American food. I recommend the traditional fish stew. They also have a great selection of South African wines and very good cocktails (the Mango Cooler was my favourite). One some evenings they have themed buffets and on Saturday, we had a BBQ by the pool. The breakfast is wonderful- there’s continental, eggs, sausages and a variety of fresh fruits. There’s an amazing Jetty Bar that sits in the ocean. It’s a great place to chill, have a cocktail or two and eat a light lunch. I believe they have the biggest pool on the island- it really is impressive. They provide swimming towels and there are plenty of sun loungers and a hammock. The staff were amazing throughout. So smiley and always eager to help make sure you have the best time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This was a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beach. There was clear access from the hotel to the water but what made the swimming so much more enjoyable was the jetti. This allowed for swimming while the tide was out and walking on the beach early in the morning or at sunset. We felt comfortable leaving our stuff to swim together and had no security problems while at spice island. the food and drinks were wonderful and the staff made us feel comfortable and relaxed. we would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great place, only complaint is food and drink are a bit more expensive than they need to be - good food though.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Rate that was shown on orbitz different from what was charged to me and all electrical outlet didn’t support anything that from Africa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

A mi chemin entre Paje et Jambiani , cet hotel est idéalement placé. Les chambres sont propres et le personnel est efficace . un petit problème de clim réglé assez rapidement. Logé en demi-pension , le diner est plus que correct , avec une cuisine originale sortant des sentiers battus. Le calme et l'harmonie qui régnent dans cet établissement ont été les ingrédients d'un séjour réussi.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

For us, this property is the perfect blend of Africa and luxury. It still had a local feel, but with most of the amenities you want at a European/american resort. The rooms are nice and the staff are great. What makes this property unique, and why I would choose it again, is that it has a 100 metre long dock stretching out into the Indian Ocean. The landing at the dock's end sits over the water and allows for great views and more ocean breeze to quell the Zanzibar heat. The dock also provides adequate snorkeling underneath, perfect for families who don't want to venture to the reef, but still want to enjoy some amazing fish. The downside to Spice Island is the wi-fi. It is slow and does not always work. But, who goes to Zanzibar to look at the internet? Hakuna matata The food in the restaurant is good, not great. It is good enough to eat there every day, so you don't have to take a taxi out. Fine dining is available elsewhere, if you are a foodie. However, the wine list is pretty good! The owner owns his own vineyard, and knows how to get good wines from South Africa.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

dennis , danmark

Skønt sted med rart og venligt personale

Dejlig afslappet oplevelse. Fine hytter og godt personale. Mht maden på hotellet, så er det ikke nogen stor oplevelse og all inklusive kan ikke anbefales. Det mange aktiviteter der står oplistet kan mm ikke helt regne med: fx er der ikke mulighed for at ride og de 2 katemaraner så ud til at være i stykker. Vandet fint som forventet og vejret perfekt.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

saramadrid25, madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Viajesclaudiacris

El hotel es precioso ...aunque falta mantenimiento!! Camas comodas buenas, el personal del restaurante y recepción muy corretos y educados !! Tuvimos un incidente desagradable en la llegada,si escogéis este hotel guardáis muy bien vuestras pertenencias personales!! Ya que el manager no tuvo ningún detalle cómo se pasara del tema !! Pero enfim no deja de ser un buen alojamiento volvería .. pero sería más cuidadosa ..espero que el comentario llegue hasta el Hotel ya que los detalles cuentan mucho y no tuvieron ninguno con nosotras porque un mal rato me lleve ... aunque después restas importancia y disfrute mucho las instalaciones que son muy lindas pero algo descuidadas !!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Expensive with poor food choices but great views

Well organised pick up from Ferry and local staff very friendly. Ambiance is great and views spectacular. Clean big pool. Unfortunately Jetty closed when we were there throughout stay and food/beverage choices extremely limited, poor quality and very expensive. Not much to do but to lounge around. The rudimentary butterfly park and forest nearby will keep you entertained a few hours while Stonetown/main city approx. 1 hrs drive away has much more to offer but requires a day-trip that the hotel will happily organize against a fee.