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Timeless Memories at Emerson on Hurumzi

Step into this exotic building with historical significance and unique style and you step into the soul of Zanzibar. Experience the timeless magic of Stone Town. Recent refurbishments combine the elegance of antique furnishing with the colour and comfort of the 21st century. Every room is stylish. Each space is magical.

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Rahim Sagaff, Emerson on Hurumzi Keep Suite

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Keep Suite

The entrance to Keep Suite follows the time-honoured routes of the Middle Ages as you traverse bridges and stairs to reach the suite. The keep at Durham castle has been described as ‘arising from the “tumulus of rising earth reaching “into thin air, strong within and without”, a “stalwart house…glittering with beauty in every part”.

The Keep Suite is actually four distinct sections: the bedroom, the verandah parlour, the verandah garden, and a private Teahouse “the castle keep itself”… find out more about Keep Suite here.

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Suite Tour

Located on the Northwest corner of the Hurumzi Square wing this suite has a commanding view both from its balcony windows and from its own private tower top retreat.

The antique furnishings including a romantic brass bed under voluminous netting offer the real feel of Zanzibar in the grand style of the Victorian era when Zanzibar was a hub of trade for all East Africa… find out more about Suite Tour here.

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Stone Town, The Real Zanzibar

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Zenana

The literal meaning of the word Zenana is “of the women” or “pertaining to women”. The Zenana are the inner apartments of a house in which the women of the family lived and was off-limits to men who were not members of the family.

The room was designed to replicate paradise. The Russian influence came from the idea to use the paintings of Russian artist Lev Basky which depict the glorious freedom of woman as opposed to the oppressed and incarcerated existences of women in the harem… find out more about Zenana here.

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EXPERIENCE

Flavours of Zanzibar

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Seyyed

Seyyed’s main theme is the regal grandeur of the room and reflects the stately nature afforded to the Sultans. In keeping with this theme the Sultans’ royal seal is used as a decoration on the bedcover and also on a chair and the colours of Omani red accompanied with gold underline these qualities… find out more about Seyyed here.

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Rose

Rose is a large twin room on the second floor. The room looks out over a lively Stone Town square. The room consists of two interconnected rooms. One is furnished with a queen size double bed and has a lounge area. The other room is furnished with a second queensize bed.

The writing desk in the room makes it possible to use the room also when on a business trip. The room has one bathroom that is accessed via the inner bedroom. The Rose room is interconnecting with Blue to create a big family room for a maximum of six…. find out more about Rose here.

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Blue

Blue, on the second floor, is a double room. A wooden carved panel divides the bedroom and lounge area.

The room is overlooking a lively Stonetown square.

The room is furnished with antiques, with a beautiful Zanzibar bed. The bathroom with bath is separated from the room by a wooden carved door. The writing desk makes the room ideal when visiting Zanzibar for business, close to the breakfast room on the second floor of the building.

The lounge is big enough to add a baby cot, and the room is interconnecting with Rose and can together create a big family room for six… find out more about Rose here.

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North Room

With the entire north side of this room facing the Indian Ocean with only a lattice wall to protect, the imagination is transported to the distant horizon: other lands, other shores and other people.

This and the view of the dhows, either moored and gently bobbing on the tides or gliding elegantly out towards the horizon evoking memories of trade and adventure , inspires the major influence in this room’s design and colour scheme… find out more about North Room here.

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East

The eastern gate, all fiery red, Opening on Neptune, with fair blessed beams, Turns into yellow gold his salt-green streams A Midsummer Night’s Dream, William Shakespeare.

East room is inspired by the colours of a soft golden dawn along with the art and design of the great Mughal Court… find out more about East Room here.

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West Room

Jungle is the theme of the West room. A mural of flowing vines and bright flowers covers two of the walls and the other two walls are semi-open with wooden panels and doors to the veranda overlooking the sea and Stone Town.

A beautifully painted ceramic bowl is used as the wash basin. A heavy wood counter supported but a large tree trunk to complete the out in the jungle feeling. Lots of plants on the terrace and climbing on the lattice above will tie the jungle-y feel of the room to the outside… find out more about West Room here.

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Reviews

What our Guests Say

ksenijaozebek

Guest Reviewer on Google / Google My Business

Best Restaurant Recommendation in Stone Town

One of the best Restaurants in Stone Town to try local food. The food was full of positive surprises in taste combinations. The staff are kind and serve your food with a smile on. Would recommend it to anyone who is planning to visit Stone Town.

Samira Hamid Sharifu

Guest Reviewer on Google / Google My Business

Favourite hotel room in the world

The north room at Emerson on Hurumzi is probably my favourite hotel room in the world. It’s like being in a fairy tale. One side of the room consists of ‘French’ windows which open to a balcony with the most amazing ocean view ever. If you open all the windows it gives you the illusion you’re sleeping outside and with being so high up it’s like sleeping in ‘heaven’. Then there’s the massive stone tub which easily fits two people, and it’s partially in the open air so I can highly recommend having a late night bath while gazing at the moon and stars. The staff are absolutely amazing, professional and efficient and above all super friendly, like most people are on the island. In short, Emerson on Hurumzi is probably one of the most authentic Zanzibari experiences you could ask for.

Emilie Kay

Google Business Review

Fabulous Hotel!

The photos do not do this property justice. It is a fabulous hotel! Incredibly unique, pristinely decorated, in a fantastic location, with very attentive and accommodating service. I, undoubtedly, will stay here on my next visit to Stone Town! It would be a missed opportunity to not stay here, I highly recommend it!

ALEXEY Федосеев

Google Business Review

Rooms beautiful and spacious

Пришлось провести в ресторане этого отеля несколько часов. Приятное место, лобби красивый и аутентичный, в арабском стиле. Номера красивые и просторные, насколько комфортные неизвестно. (Trans: I had to spend a few hours in the restaurant of this hotel. Pleasant place, lobby is beautiful and authentic, in Arabic style. The rooms are beautiful and spacious)

Shane Szymczak

Google Business Review

Place to give you a real feel of Stone town

Amazing, friendly staff and a cozy place to give you a real feel of Stone town!! The rooms have so much history and passion in them it is amazing! It is a very picturesque place as well. They have a sister hotel Emerson Spice a 2 minute walk (the hotel will escort you over) for live music and drinks if you like.

Mohamed Gebba

Google Business Review

Beautiful friendly staff

Beautiful, friendly staff, Khateeb is friendly and helpful, I would recommend it to everyone. Definitely coming back

C P (Trip Advisor)

Trip Advisor July 2020 Review

Authentic Architectural Symbol in Zanzibar

Myself and my partner decided to stay here the night before we left the island and it was a very good choice. The building is an authentic architectural symbol in Zanzibar Stonetown. The Room was spacious and full of character and great features, silent and peaceful despite being in the middle of the city. We also had dinner on the roof top with a set menu, full of flavours and variety of dishes combined with local food and spices.

Caerleon

Trip Advisor Review

We LOVE this hotel

Our 4th stay at Emerson Spice and certainly not the last! We LOVE this hotel! Being here is not just a normal hotel stay – its an experience. Fantastic decor, and extremely friendly staff. No trip to Zanzibar is complete without a lunch in “The Secret Garden” and dinner on their rooftop.,. It really is a very special property indeed!

Cameron and Natasha

The World Pursuit

The Best Hotels In Zanzibar Ranked & Reviewed (2020)

The rooms are filled with antique furniture and rich textures. Small touches like locally produced soaps and towels, antique books and even air con are featured in each room. Passion has been poured into the Emerson Spice and it is obvious. We felt as if we’d cast away in the days of old. Time slowed down and we soaked up the atmosphere of the buzzing Stone Town streets from our private balcony.

Kate G

Trip Advisor Review

Place I enjoy staying in Stone Town

We spent 3 nights at this hotel in September and it was everything I could have hoped. The uniqueness of the hotel and how it fitted into the local ‘street-scape’ made it the type of place I really enjoy staying at. Each room has its own amazing theme and as soon as you enter you feel like you are in another world. Centrally located in Stone Town the staff are warm and welcoming.

Timeless Memories at Emerson on Hurumzi

Keep Suite

Suite Tour

Stone Town, The Real Zanzibar

Zenana

Flavours of Zanzibar

Seyyed

Rose

Blue

North Room

East

West Room

What our Guests Say

Room Inquiry

Making a Difference in Zanzibar

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