About Spice Tree by Turaco
Located in Zanzibar Town (Stone Town), Spice Tree by Turaco- Stone Town is within a 5-minute walk of Old Forte and Forodhani Gardens. This 4-star hotel is 0.2 km from Nakupenda Beach and 1.3 km from Prison Island. Make yourself at home in one of the 58 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center. Grab a bite at Taarab, rooftop restaurant which features a bar/lounge and ocean view. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM . Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, room service, and multilingual staff. This hotel has facilities measuring 3644 square feet (328 square meters), including a conference center.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Perfect for Stone Town
For visitors seeking a centrally located hotel, guests mentioned this place could be perfect. It's not far from restaurants or most of the tourist sites the area has to offer. So if you're seeking a pedestrian friendly hotel, visitors say you'll like this hotel.
positive:
Rooms Are a Winner
The majority of visitors felt that the rooms were decent sized and had appealing decor. They also mentioned that they're rather tidy and well-kept without maintenance issues. So if you're looking for a dependable stay while in Zanzibar Town, guests enjoyed this location.
positive:
Thumbs Up for Rooftop Restaurant
While not being directly on the beach, the hotel's rooftop terrace restaurant offers some great ocean views to enjoy. Plus, they serve some pretty tasty dishes throughout the day too, according to diners.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Not Easily Accessible by Car
Some guests mentioned that although there is parking, it isn't on-site. Furthermore, the hotel is surrounded by alleys rather than streets. So if mobility is an issue for you, some guests advise this may not be the best location for you because it will require walking in order to get the hotel.
negative:
Customer Service Is Spotty
Some visitors remarked that they had issues with the staff not being as friendly as they expected. Others said that they thought the employees here did a wonderful job. It seems reviews of their performance are mixed, so your experience here may vary.
negative:
Lacking Some Amenities
A handful of guests mentioned that it would be nice if they had certain amenities here, in particular a swimming pool or free breakfast. For the most part though, guests didn't have an issue with what the hotel offered.