Emerson Spice is a UNESCO World Heritage site and award winning boutique hotel located in the very heart of Stone Town, Zanzibar. Situated in a lovingly restored Swahili mansion, we host twelve uniquely decorated rooms, a renowned rooftop Tea House restaurant and our Secret Garden Restaurant.
Looking for a place to stay in Stone Town to experience the real Zanzibar?
All our twelve rooms are unique with their own opulent Swahili décor, colors and personality. Staying with us is to step into history where timeless elegance meets magical spaces.
We host two renowned restaurants. Our Secret Garden offers lunch, dinner, live music and events. All amongst chandeliers and tropical foliage in the enchanted ruins of our ancient garden.
Our rooftop Tea House offers Swahili high tea, lunch and dinner with spectacular views and sunsets overlooking historical Stone Town. Always accompanied by the call to prayer from the mosques and temples below.
More than a change of scenery, a return to the heartbeat of Stone Town. Footsteps drift through winding alleys and the scent of Zanzibar spices fills the air. Dhow sails glow against the Indian Ocean at sunset, musicians play in hidden courtyards, and the city’s stories unfold with every turn. Each moment invites you to connect with Stone Town, its people, flavours and its timeless culture.
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Kappa Senses Zanzibar is located in Pwani Mchangani, North-East Zanzibar, directly on a pristine white-sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean. The resort is approximately 45 minutes from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) and offers easy access to Stone Town, Mnemba Atoll, and other key attractions.
Kappa Senses Zanzibar features contemporary and spacious room categories, including Prestige Garden Rooms and Sea View Rooms, designed with modern comfort and elegant coastal aesthetics. Select categories offer direct sea views, while others are surrounded by lush tropical gardens.
The resort offers a large swimming pool, direct beach access, multiple restaurants and bars including a rooftop lounge, wellness and spa facilities, water sports options, and curated island experiences. The setting is ideal for couples, families, and groups seeking a stylish beachfront escape.
Zanzibar is a year-round destination. The best weather is typically from June to October and December to March, offering warm temperatures, low rainfall, and ideal beach conditions. The resort is perfectly positioned to enjoy Zanzibar’s tropical climate throughout the year.
Travelers to Zanzibar are generally not required to present specific vaccinations unless arriving from a country where Yellow Fever is endemic. In that case, a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate may be required. It is always recommended to consult your doctor or travel clinic before travel for the most up-to-date advice.
Some things to do in Stone Town? Join us at one of our regular evenings of live music events in Stone Town, art exhibitions or other hosted cultural events. From food to film festivals, we are at the heart of this vibrant pulsating Zanzibar capital Stone Town.
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