Amore Queen Room
Kiponda, Stone Town, near the House of Wonders and the old fort, Zanzibar
A quiet queen room behind thick stone walls, a short walk from the sea.
The story of this home
Behind a carved Swahili door on the first floor, the Queen Room gives you thick stone walls that keep the heat out, fresh cotton linen and a ceiling fan that is all you need. The House of Wonders, the old fort and the seafront are a short walk.
The kitchen, living room and bathroom are shared with one other room at most, so you have a private door and a quiet corner of Stone Town to yourself. We are close by if you need anything, and we are glad to arrange your tours and transfers.
What makes it special
- Private queen bedroom with lock
- Thick stone walls, ceiling fan
- Fast WiFi
- Short walk to House of Wonders and the seafront
- Smart lock self check in
Everything you need
Best for
Couples and solo travellers who want a private room inside Stone Town
Good to know
Electricity is prepaid and we keep it topped up. Brief power cuts happen in Stone Town and there is no generator. Two extra floor mattresses can be set up in the living room on request.
Where you will be
Kiponda, Stone Town, near the House of Wonders and the old fort
Open in Google MapsWhat guests say
Michael and Selah were incredibly welcoming! As soon as we arrived, they made us feel at home. Selah even cooked a meal for us when we arrived. Any concerns we had were corrected immediately.. The place was very clean. Definitely a great find for the cost.
The house has a very distinctive Stone Town style. We had a wonderful two nights here. Everything was great, the location was excellent, and the room was very comfortable.
Returning to Michael's place again was wonderful; it felt like coming home. He's always so humble, friendly, and welcoming. Michael's friend, Mohammed, is also very nice. I would recommend this place.
Great place to stay in Stone Town! The apartment was clean, comfortable, and in a perfect location for exploring the town on foot. The host was friendly and responsive, making check-in easy. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Zanzibar.
Micheal’s place was the perfect introduction to my time in Zanzibar. Ashura especially was super helpful & kind, always ready to assist. The room is clean & well maintained. & the location is in between everything so it made getting around easier. Love the practicality of it all.
Michael was super flexible and very welcoming. The apartment is in a great location and clean.
Questions guests ask us
How do I book and pay?
Choose your home and dates, see the full price, then pay by card or by Lipa Namba from any mobile money or bank app. Lipa Namba carries no card fee. You are confirmed the moment payment completes. Prefer a person? Message +255 737 397 700 on WhatsApp.
Where are your homes?
We have homes in Tanzania and Zanzibar, and we add new places as we open more apartments. From Morogoro we arrange trips to Mikumi National Park and the Uluguru Mountains.
Who can stay with Monalisa?
Everyone. Families, couples, business travellers, delegations, scholars, volunteers and long stay residents. Every guest is treated as family.
Do you host conferences and long stays?
Yes to both. We host conferences, trainings and retreats anywhere in Tanzania, from one day to several weeks. Every home is open for long stays of 28 nights or more, and we have long stay houses not listed online.
What is check in like?
Check in is from 2:00 PM and check out by 11:00 AM. Many homes have a smart lock for self check in, and otherwise someone greets you in person. Housekeeping and WiFi are included, and most homes have A/C and a full kitchen.
What is your cancellation policy?
Stays under 28 nights follow our Firm policy: full refund up to 30 days before check in, 50% from 30 to 7 days before, and none inside 7 days. Stays of 28 nights or more follow our Strict Long Term policy. Details are on the cancellation policy page.
Do you arrange tours and transfers?
Yes. Private drivers, airport and ferry transfers, safaris, island and dhow days, yacht and air charters through licensed partners, private chefs, celebrations and wellness at home. We quote clearly before anything is confirmed.