Name: Emerson Spice Hotel
Address: Stone Town, Zanzibar, Zanzibar, Zanzibar, 00000, Tanzania
Rating: 10

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AN absolute delight. The staff is friendly, capable and accommodating. We had a one night stay but had a very late flight the next day. The hotelier allowed us to remain ther entire day since the room had not been rented. The rooms are unique and magnificently furnished. The original owner was an eccentric New Yorker who shows style and grace in all his selections.
Don't be put off by access. You will be met at a nearby parking area since the old roads are too narrow and labyrinthine for a car to pass through. Food at The Secret Garden is not to be missed.

Do Not Miss This Unique Experience!!

Emerson Spice is a lovely place with a unique style. We had a lovely room with a private balcony and view over the secret garden where you can enjoy cold drinks. We also had dinner in the sister hotel on the rooftop which was amazing. 
The staff members were all lovely and very kind. I would definitely come back if I should visit Und Zanzibar again. 
Asante sana 

Best place to stay in Stone Town

This hotel really appealed to my liking of the quirky and different. Everything about the hotel is unique and you'll be taking lots of pictures once you start to notice all the small details.

The staff are simply brilliant. Nothing is too much trouble, their knowledge is superb and they're always ready to help. You have to try the roof top restaurant, not only for the wonderful sunset views, but because the food is just wonderful and prepared in front of you to an extremely high standard. Even if you're not staying there, you have to try to eat there.

It's location is great for walking around Stone Town, but keep in mind that you aren't going to be driven up to the front door because Stone Town is all small alleys which are great to explore and get a little lost in. 

Might be the best hotel in Stone Town

A wonderful experience. Excellent location and all the hotel staff very attentive and helpful. They acceded to all requests made ....I strongly recommend this hotel.. The hotel has a rooftop with stunning views over the city.

Amazing

Everything about our stay at Emerson Spice was perfect, starting with the stunningly beautiful building and interiors (even better than the photos).  The rooms and beds were extremely comfortable, offering all the mod cons without sacrificing beauty. The food at all three restaurants was truly exquisite, sophisticated and carefully crafted tastes and textures that express the long history of mixtures that has made Zanzibar. The staff were friendly, helpful, and efficient. 

Highly recommend doing the "Senses of Zanzibar" package for 4 nights. You eat at both rooftop restaurants, each with its distinctive aesthetic and menu. You also eat at the Secret Garden restaurant, where the staff are exceptionally lovely and where there was a stunning concert one night. You get a fantastic massage, a wonderful walking tour of the city, and a lovely day-long cruise on a dhow (with more fantastic food for lunch, as well as snorkeling and swimming). 

Our city tour was with Mr. Simai. He's exceptionally knowledgeable -- indeed, he also runs a school. When he learned that we enjoyed cooking, he offered to take us to a cooking class. We happily accepted and had a wonderful experience with both the class and the visit to Mr. Simai's school. 

We only wished that we'd planned more time in Zanzibar! 

Best hotel experience in a lifetime of international travel

This is a beautifully designed boutique hotel with oodles of charm and character. Perfectly placed to explore Stone Town the staff were wonderful and nothing was too much trouble. And the food in both restaurants was fantastic: such a high standard and reasonably priced. We loved it. 

Amazing hotel packed with charm in the heart of Stone Town

Such a lovely place to stay. Feels like travelling back in time. Lovely designed rooms with a stone tub (and in my case two - the Kate room has two outside balconies one secluded with an outdoor tub)
Was a pleasure to just be in the room and feel the air flow through while looking over Stone Town

Staff is very helpful and friendly. And breakfast on the rooftop tea house every morning with the views and the nice breeze is a great way to start the day

Feeling like a princess on a rooftop

Wow! I had heard about this place but it exceeded my expectations. Stunningly beautiful, lots of woodwork, visited some of the rooms, exquisite, one of them even had a swing. There's an inside hidden garden where I had a great lunch. Wether you stay here or just dine, it's a must

Beautiful, restored historic hotel...a must in Stone Town 

Packed with charm, extremely attentive, friendly and professional staff, who go alll the way to make your stay unforgettable. We had a package with walking tour, boat trip  Tea ceremony  and meals the hotel. All were great. Breakfast and food were very tasteful.

Full of charm

Probably one of the most magical hotels we have ever stayed in. This beautiful 19th century house has been restored to provide accommodation which transports its guests to a different age. Full of interesting artefacts and doorways leading into beguiling spaces. Every room is different. The beautiful verandah in our room, Belle, is perfect for sitting and watching the world go by below.  Our 3 adult children stayed in Aida which provided a wonderful family room on different levels. Lovely, warm and friendly staff.  Breakfast and our New Year's Eve dinner on the roof overlooking Stonetown was a unique experience watching the sun set and hearing the call of the muezzins.  Throughout my stay I felt I was on a film set - a far cry from homogenised international hotels. I cannot wait to return.

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