Balcony House Bed & Breakfast - Zanzibar
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Budget-friendly Stone Town hotel with ocean-view balconies and shared facilities
Accommodations
Balcony House offers 11 bedrooms with mosquito nets and ceiling fans in each room. Some rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, while others share bathroom facilities. Air-conditioning is available in most rooms, and select rooms provide ocean views from the window.
Location & Access
This Stone Town hotel sits minutes from the beach and within walking distance of local markets and historic sites. Guests walk directly to major attractions like the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Airport shuttle service is available for a fee, and the central location reduces the need for taxis.
Family-Friendly Amenities
Family rooms with air conditioning accommodate groups, and the shared kitchen and living areas allow for easy meal preparation. Children have access to board games, puzzles, and an indoor play area. Laundry facilities and luggage storage are on-site, simplifying longer stays.
On-Site Services
Staff organize tours around Stone Town and Zanzibar upon request, including trips to Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach. A concierge service helps with currency exchange and express check-in/out. Guests can use the shared lounge with TV and the sun terrace with outdoor furniture.
Communal Spaces
Balcony House provides multiple balconies and a rooftop terrace with ocean breezes. A shared lounge, garden, and picnic area offer spaces to relax. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and the shared kitchen includes a fridge and free coffee and tea.
- Location: central Stone Town, minutes from the beach
- Rooms: 11 bedrooms with shared or private bathrooms
- Family: family rooms, indoor play area, board games
- Services: on-site tour desk, airport shuttle, laundry
- Amenities: shared kitchen, rooftop terrace, free Wi-Fi
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:3 Single beds
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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Street view
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Air conditioning
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Air conditioning
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
24-hour security
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Paid airport shuttle
Leisure/ TV room
Sports & Fitness
- Snorkelling
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
- Street view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Essential information about Balcony House Bed & Breakfast
| 💵 Lowest room price | 17 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.0 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 7.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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