For those who want to experience the charm of a classic African setting with a touch of ancient Arabian mystique; the place is Beyt al Chai. This is an exquisite, exclusive, 5-room luxurious traditional Zanzibar house, built on 3 floors on what was once a teahouse.

It is, naturally, located in the famous Kelele Square at the heart of Zanzibar’s renowned Stone Town, giving visitors the chance to soak up the ambiance of this World heritage site only steps away from the shops, restaurants and attractions the town has to offer.

Beyt al Chai has over the years developed a reputation for peace and tranquillity of a special kind. On a typical day, guests relax in our beautifully appointed lounge and rooms overlooking a square filled with hibiscus and ancient tamarind trees – while simultaneously feeling the pull of the mysterious Indian Ocean that lies just beyond the trees and the throbbing City right at their doorstep. Not surprisingly, it is known as the one place that brings together the ancient and the modern ambiance of Zanzibar into a seamless moment in time.

Bety Al Chai Restaurant is to experience first class dining in Zanzibar. The restaurant, simply called the Beyt al Chai Restaurant, opened only in May 2007 but is already considered the finest dining establishment within Zanzibar’s Stone Town. The Restaurant is unobtrusively located on the ground floor, away from the rooms.

The cuisine is a fusion of Zanzibar and Europe. In the course of the day you can drop in for a selection of light lunches that include Fresh Seafood Salads and a selection of Homemade Bruschetta and Baquettes with a choice of fillings. Where as in the evening a fine dining candlelight experience of culinary creations is especially prepared by Excutive Chief.