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The units at the bed and breakfast come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A balcony with outdoor furniture and pool views is offered in each unit. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

Very nice and clean apartment, beautiful garden with the pool. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The owner Ali helped us arrange what we needed. Very pleasant stay.

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9
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial Museum. It is situated 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

The apartment was exactly as described, very nicely furnished, very clean and lovely. We were staying in the penthouse with amazing views on the city. We were two travelling friends and we were happy that the bed was large enough for us both without bumping into each other. WiFi was good and strong. There was safe onsite. Location was great, close to Freddy Mercury house and right at the Stone city, shops and restaurants. Breakfast had very large variety and the gentleman making eggs was really fun, unfortunately didnt catch the name, but he was really amazing. Room has AC that works well.

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8.3
Very good
1,471 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views.

The staff were great and so helpful. Room was clean. Breakfast was very good. I really enjoyed my stay. I recommend.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,034 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a desk. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and sea views is offered in every unit. The units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

Beautiful sanctuary from the hurry of the city. Wonderful ocean views and easy beach access. This is a tropical paradise. Easy access to local fish market, great place to see the dhows come in and out. Huts made of sustainable materials, yet all the modern conveniences you could want. The staff is super friendly, gentle souls, and helpful and feels like rafiki (friends). They serve breakfast right on your patio and have lunch and dinner options here. We had such good food that we would just ask Malik, the chef, to "surprise us." Jamal, the owner, is very friendly and helpful. He helped us arrange transportation to and from his lodge and has connections with tour companies to arrange any tour you might want to take.

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8.6
Fabulous
167 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Located in Zanzibar City, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone town sea view provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

There is a private bathroom with shower and slippers in each unit, along with free toiletries. Guests can enjoy a meal at an outdoor dining area at the guest house.

The access & the owner he’s very informative & helpful

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8.7
Fabulous
577 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house offers garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

The guest house features some units that have a balcony and sea view, and every unit is fitted with a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the guest house, all units are soundproof.

It's an amazing house, that has been wonderfully restored and maintained. The garden, in particular, is spectacular. Szilvia has done a brilliant job and is a fantastic host. Highly recommended

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8.9
Fabulous
21 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Balcony House has 11 bedrooms. Each room is equipped with mosquito net and ceiling fan. Some rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, while others have access to shared bathrooms. Air-conditioning is available in most room. Some rooms have view to the ocean, others to the street. All rooms have access to a shared balcony, terrace, living room, kitchen, dining room and bathrooms. Free WiFi is available.

Balcony House is a wonderful place with wonderful people. The rooms rate from very simple up to A/C and ocean view so there will be something for everyone whether or not you’re travelling by yourself or in companionship. The owners are from Kopenhagen and Zanzibar which is the perfect style mix in interior. It has everything you need, is kept simple and open, but still welcoming and cosy. Especially the common spaces such as kitchen, terraces and the balcony are truly wonderful with lots of in and outside facilities to hang out and relax. It is very clean, the communication with the owners extremely reliable and quick even from afar, and it is in a perfect location with walking distance to everything in stone town including the ferry station. I would always come back and enjoyed my time a lot.

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7.9
Good
1,036 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum. All rooms feature a kitchen and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Good locaton, nice and helpful staff.

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7.9
Good
492 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

All units feature air conditioning and a cable flat-screen TV. A fridge and kettle are also offered. At the bed and breakfast, units have bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for pub crawls.

The place is a walking distance from the ferry. You can choose to walk while enjoying the site if you don't have too much luggage. Very close to every amenity, beach, restaurants, clubs etc

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6.8
Review score
392 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

the staff was extremely friendly and helpful! they were also quick to re/act with ouir requests. the room was clean and comfy. they even served us breakfast 1 hour earlier, because we had to rush to catch ferry! that was exceptionally helpful and nice! highly recommended!

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6.5
Review score
150 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

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  • BARIDI VILLA
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 130 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, BARIDI VILLA is located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Kiwengwa Beach.

    clean, friendly staff, nice pool, nearby the beach.

  • Jabar Lodge
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 167 reviews

    Set within 13 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 12 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, Jabar Lodge features accommodation with seating area.

    Beautiful bungalows and nice people working here :)

  • Kelele Square
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 392 reviews

    Featuring city views and a terrace, Kelele Square offers accommodation ideally set in Zanzibar City, within a short distance of Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic...

    I liked the wall arts along the stares and hall way

  • Smiles Stone Town Hotel
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 150 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, in a historic building, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach, Smiles Stone Town Hotel is a bed and breakfast with a terrace and shared lounge.

    optisch sehr schön und auch sauber und sehr gute lage

  • Malindi Guest House
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 736 reviews

    Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 210 metres from the harbour and 450 metres from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

    Very nice rooftop, bathrooms were clean and spacious.

  • Hiliki House
    Breakfast options
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 563 reviews

    Located across the Victoria Garden in Vuga and 5 minutes' walk away from the Peace Memorial Museum, Hiliki House features colonial architecture. It offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

    Host and staff are very friendly and breakfast was also tasty.

  • Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 77 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi.

    Central and easy to walk, clean rooms, friendly staff

  • Tembo B&B Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,471 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial...

    Excellent location; great views, Reasonably priced food

Save money on B&Bs in Zanzibar City – budget options available!

  • Zava House Stone town
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 492 reviews

    Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Great location, friendly, clean and good value for money

  • Princess Salme Inn
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 228 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.5 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Princess Salme Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    Very cheap rooms for the location, very friendly staff

  • Stone town sea view
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 577 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone town sea view provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    The access & the owner he’s very informative & helpful

  • Karibu Inn
    Budget options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 210 reviews

    Located in Stone Town, Karibu Inn boasts free WiFi and offers street parking. The property also offers bike and car rental services.

    Very friendly supportive staff and a perfect location.

  • Chukwani Executive Inn
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 88 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 6.9 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Chukwani Executive Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Close to Zanzibar airport Clean Good for one night

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B&Bs that guests love in Zanzibar City

  • Avg. price/night: £63.92
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 638 reviews
    The property was clean and quiet. It was very scenic and had a private beach of its own which was a 3 min walk down some stairs.
    Afeez
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.30
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 93 reviews
    I got sick when I arrived and they were super helpful. Farees and the lady working there made sure I was comfortable. They got me water, medicine and food. Very kind of them. I had a private room with a good bed, simple but practical bathroom with hot water and a good airconditioner. It’s a simple place but with a great location, for this price it’s really good! I can definitely recommend staying here.
    Irene
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £37.88
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,052 reviews
    It’s very traditional, great location, it’s cheap, great vibe, staff is nice
    Kristina
    People with friends
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,159 reviews
    Friendly staff, excellent breakfast buffet and lovely pool. Great location, beautiful views and easy walking distance
    Emily
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £138.89
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 318 reviews
    I loved my room and high bed, it was very romantic. Fast wifi worked well all around the hotel. Hotel decorations, traditional lamps, doors, paintings, wardrobes etc were really unique, stunning. The hotel was colorful and charming inside. Attention to detail. Mosquito net around bed. Great location, easy to walk around the entire old town, just a 2-minute walk to the ferry terminal and a few more minutes to the beach. Cute bathrobes in my room. Restaurant at the main floor.
    Alexandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £103.70
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 492 reviews
    Great location, excellent breakfast, friendly personnel, lovely shower and perfect little swimming pool.
    Tom
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £19.73
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 710 reviews
    Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
    Laurastrickers
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £67.47
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 464 reviews
    Really nice hotel. Great location in the city center. And very good value for the price you pay. I love the room, it was gorgeous. WIth AC and ceiling fan. Pretty quiet at night even though it's in the center. Breakfast is basic, but it's like that almost all over Zanzibar. I liked it though :) Staff is very friendly and happy to help with everything.
    Katarina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.95
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,344 reviews
    Charmingly styled boutique boutique hotel set in the narrow streets of Stone Town. clean and comfortable with friendly staff. good breakfast. Great location, just be ready that taxis will not be able to drive right up to property because of the narrow streets
    Sean
    Solo traveller
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 13 reviews
    Fresh fruits and fresh homemade bread, for breakfast. Delicious. The place is boutique and quiet, no mosques or local farms in close proximity.
    Jaroslaw
    Solo traveller

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