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Zenana Room

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 -this is the theme of the Zenana room.

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.

The Russian influence lead the selection of more sumptious textiles for the sitting room – velvets, and warm colours whilst the chiffon curtains in the bedroom refer to the Arab theme of 1001 Nights.

Zenana is composed of a spacious bedroom connected to a lounge with daybed and balcony facing the alleyway.

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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.

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