Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotels
Tribute Portfolio
8.6 (411 reviews)
90 / 90A Shanghani Street , Zanzibar City , tz

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Damp smell in rooms
Slow dinner service
No streaming on old TV

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
The rooms smelt slightly damp but were clean overall.
Service
9
Staff were wonderful, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout.
Location
9
Location was excellent, close to everything in Stone Town.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were nice and spacious, well-decorated, but some minor issues reported.
Amenities
8.5
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.5
Good value for money considering the quality of service and location.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Food was generally excellent, though some meals had issues.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall a wonderful stay with some minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Zanzibari Charm

Historical Elegance: Immerse yourself in the rich Zanzibari-style décor and hand-carved furnishings of this refurbished historical hotel.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a laptop-sized safe in the classic rooms, along with a well-equipped modern bathroom.

Relaxing Amenities: Indulge in a delicious breakfast, dine in the romantic restaurant, take a dip in the indoor swimming pool, and explore Stone Town's attractions just a stone's throw away.

Experience the perfect blend of tradition and luxury at Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ZNZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 411 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.6
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213abdelazizh Couples Algeria
10
So good
Pros:

The restaurant is simply beautiful, the staff are very kind, and the service is absolutely top-notch.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
B
bridejonj Friends getaway
10
FAB hotel
Pros:

best hotel in town if you are looking for a hotel and avoid the hustle of moving around well you are at the right place very clean hotel where will get the treatment of top luxury service the food so tasty the rooms are very well maintained the moment you step in at the lobby you can latterly notice that hotel worht evey money you spend

2026-05-15 via Tripadvisor
R
rumaythah Family
10
Nice journy
Pros:

Has the best location ever if u are looking for hotel wil save your hustle to look around and discover the beauty of stone town well highly recomnd this hotel has amazing rooms cleaness top notch with luxury serivce

2026-05-13 via Tripadvisor
M
M1468MZsheilaw Friends getaway
10
Stone City Blast
Pros:

Wonderful location heart of Stone City, with the flair and atmosphere of the city.
King size bed, roomy enough for 2 people. Very polite staff very accommodating and welcoming.

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
K
K7139VHvanessag Friends getaway Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
10
Fantastic Stay and Outstanding Restaurant Meal
Pros:

Our experience has been very enjoyable. The rooms were spacious and very comfortable.
We had the opportunity to dine at the restaurant in the hotel- Turaco.
The 5 of us were serviced by Said. Said was informative about the foods. ..and considerate when exampling the dishes and suggesting dishes.
I highly recommend the hotel and the restaurant- Turaco.

2026-05-07 via Tripadvisor
1
118jcv Couples
10
The hotel is central in Stone town and all sights are within a few minutes walking. The hotel is new and looks very impressive.
Pros:

The hotel has a very nice "feel" to it

2026-05-04 via Tripadvisor
D
Dreamer22830196697 Couples
10
Enjoyed and worthy
Pros:

It’s a very nice , simple and clean hotel. The staff is so well coming and very friendly. Thanks to Kalista my girl , you do it the best. Coming back hopefully.

2026-04-24 via Tripadvisor
3
354waleeds Family Alexandria, Virginia
10
Excellent service with amazing team
Pros:

Excellent service with amazing team

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
D
danaaX3076MM Family
10
Wonderful vacation
Pros:

It was a great experience at spice tree by turaco zanzibar island.
The hotel is beautiful and unique and modern comfort
Clean rooms,cozy and we'll maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful all over our stay. Their hospitality truly made a difference.
The location is perfect especially for exploring stone Town and everything felt very authentic and relaxing.
Overall it was a memorable stay and I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Zanzibar.
Looking forward to coming back again.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
S
S6641DSabdulr Business
10
Hotel very nise
Pros:

Hotel is good and food and clean is best thanks

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
F
F3923IMmdr Family
10
Thanks mr hamada genaral manger
Pros:

This hotel has a very excellent and thanks general manager mr hamada

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
M
mdjL4204EQ Family
10
clean good Gm is best
Pros:

It's a wonderful, very elegant, and very clean hotel. The management is excellent and very helpful, the cleanliness is superb, and the swimming pools are absolutely beautiful. It's a truly lovely hotel, and I will definitely return to it again, God willing.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
G
Getaway825915 Friends getaway Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate
10
Wonderful time
Pros:

I had a wonderful experience at Spice Tree by Turaco – Zanzibar.
The hotel is beautifully designed with a unique blend of traditional charm and modern comfort.
The rooms were clean, cozy, and well-maintained, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the stay. Their hospitality truly made a difference.
The location is perfect, especially for exploring Stone Town, and everything felt very authentic and relaxing.
Overall, it was a memorable stay, and I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Zanzibar. Looking forward to coming back again!

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
I
ibrahimd747 Couples
10
Elegant & Classy
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Spice Tree by Turaco Zanzibar. The hotel perfectly captures the charm and culture of Zanzibar, with its beautiful traditional design and warm atmosphere.

The location in Stone Town is ideal—everything is within walking distance, from local markets to historical sites. It made exploring the area incredibly easy and enjoyable.

The room was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully decorated with authentic details that really added to the experience. The staff were exceptionally friendly and always ready to help with a smile, which made the stay even more pleasant.

One of the highlights was the rooftop restaurant—the ambiance was amazing, especially in the evening, and the food was delicious.

Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a unique and authentic stay in Zanzibar. I would definitely come back again!

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
9
933amgada Family
10
Amazing Hotel
Pros:

The food is amazing, and the staff is so helpful and friendly. Very relaxing hotel with amazing views and weather.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
F
Fearless39686178886 Family Taif, Makkah Province
10
Hotel Perfect
Pros:

A very beautiful hotel. I hope to return. It's wonderful in terms of cleanliness, attention to detail, and management. It's truly lovely.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
9
976sarai Friends getaway
10
Best seafood
Pros:

This was our best meal on our trip to Zanzibar.
The waiters Kalista and Ismail where so sweet and welcoming. They served us with big smiles, their special coconut crab soup, seafood platter for 2 and a sharing cheesecake for desert.
Would recommend this 10/10 from two seafood lovers!
But a little warning, you have to have a great food stomach because there is a lot of it.

2026-04-11 via Tripadvisor
A
Albert solo_traveller tz
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
A
Albert solo_traveller tz
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
C
Claudia couple za
9
We stay there often. Great location in Stone Town
Pros:

Location and rooftop restaurant

2026-04-10 via Nuitee