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Situated within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach, Sharazad Wonders Boutique in Zanzibar City has a number of amenities including a garden, a terrace and a bar. Featuring free bikes, the 1-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

The location is in the heart of stone town. Walking distance to the shops, beach, restaurants. A quiet little oasis with large, airy, cool rooms.

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9.1
Superb
215 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, BARIDI VILLA is located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Kiwengwa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

The atmosphere and view were amazing! Would definitely come back again and again.

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9
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Situated within 100 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki House Stone Town provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City. Popular points of interest nearby include Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar, Hamamni Persian Baths and Old Dispensary. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

I liked everything, location, room, bed, bathroom, breakfast, staff !

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8.3
Very good
1,518 reviews
Price from
£93
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.

Staff were amazing and friendly as usual and unbelievably helpful especially when the airline changed our flights late at night to a 3 am departure and we had to find a taxi at 3 am to make our flight. The food was very good.

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8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Mizingani Seafront Hotel is situated just a 2-minute walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. The hotel offers a restaurant, outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk. Free private parking is available on site.

The hotel is perfect! Would 100% recommend staying here. The rooms and facilities are fantastic - the pool area is brilliant too and has shaded areas(in the sister hotel in the beach not the same property). It is in the best location too so you can walk to all the restaurants and bars. It is also about a 2 minute walk to the beach, which is ideal for trips as well. The host is lovely and really looks after you. The breakfast is fantastic - the fruit is so fresh! We also ate lunch here a few times, and the food was fantastic, especially the shrimp/octopus curry.

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8.2
Very good
2,144 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Situated in the heart of Stone Town. It is located just 500 metres from the fruit and fish market of Darajan.

The air-conditioned rooms all include Zanzibari-style furnishings and are equipped with a fan. The en suite bathrooms come with a shower.

Really nice and warm feeling of the hotel, beautiful colors, design and decorations, great location and quiet for being in the middle of the Stone Town. The room we got was spacious (we chose the 25m2 room) with enough space for luggages and clothes. We even had our own terrace outside the room, which was just amazing! The staff was very friendly and professional and the breakfast had many options to choose from! The hotel even offers water for free for the guests to replenish the water bottles! You can find these water coolers on the corridors of the hotel!

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8.5
Very good
1,326 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views.

Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer.

Perfect location, very friendly staff, very clean. The atmosphere of the hotel is impossible to convey - it perfectly reflects the spirit of the old city. The room is very big.

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8.1
Very good
1,915 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property.

the ambient was great, all amenities were very clean and the staff was incredibly helpful, nice and accommodating. I would definitely come back! additionally, the place was very close to main attractions.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,026 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Situated in Zanzibar City and within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach, Shoki Shoki Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 800 metres from Old Dispensary, 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and 100 metres from Old Fort of Zanzibar. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests.

It is a good place to stay and at good location. The place is clean and air conditioning is so important. The staff is friendly and everything is new. I will come back to stay here again next time.

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8.4
Very good
602 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel & Spa is situated in Zanzibar City, 6.4 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 7.3 km from Hamamni Persian Baths. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a fitness centre and a shared lounge. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

As a African American, I was overwhelmed by the warmth and friendly atmosphere of the staff and the people of Zanzibar.

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8.4
Very good
896 reviews
Price from
£146
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • Sharazad Wonders Boutique
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 215 reviews

    Situated within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach, Sharazad Wonders Boutique in Zanzibar City has a number of amenities including a garden, a terrace and a bar.

    Everything was perfect the personal and the location

  • BARIDI VILLA
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 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.

  • Shoki Shoki House Stone Town
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,518 reviews

    Situated within 100 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki House Stone Town provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    Amazing location, clean and with everything what is needed.

  • Mizingani Seafront Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,145 reviews

    Mizingani Seafront Hotel is situated just a 2-minute walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. The hotel offers a restaurant, outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk.

    Beautiful decor, great room and amenities. Fabulous pool

  • Shaba Boutique Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,325 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Stone Town. It is located just 500 metres from the fruit and fish market of Darajan.

    The room was amazing, the staff were extremely flexible and helpful.

  • Dhow Palace Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,915 reviews

    Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views.

    Location, Staff, Interior Decoration & Breakfast

  • Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel & Spa
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 896 reviews

    Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel & Spa is situated in Zanzibar City, 6.4 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 7.3 km from Hamamni Persian Baths.

    Brand new hotel, located very close to the airport

  • The Manor House by Sansi
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Manor House by Sansi is located in Zanzibar City, 5.6 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 6.5 km from Hamamni Persian Baths.

    Beautiful garden and ocean view, kind staff, delicious food!

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  • The House of Royals
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    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.

    ein tolles, geschichtsträchtiges und sehr familiär geführtes Haus

  • Zanzibar Coffee House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 721 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, the unique and historical Zanzibar Coffee House offers individually designed rooms and suites. It features a coffee shop and a roof top terrace, overlooking Stone Town.

    Fantastic place, even exceeded by the really nice staff

  • The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 30 reviews

    Set in Zanzibar City, 90 metres from Stone Town Beach, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Authentic Zanzibar house renovated with style and attention for detail.

  • Stone town sea view
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 575 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

  • David Livingstone's Home
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Featuring a patio with city views, a terrace and a bar, David Livingstone's Home can be found in Zanzibar City, close to Stone Town Beach and 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Gemütliche Unterkunft mit tollen Ausblick ganz privat

  • Kisiwa House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 639 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, the historical Kisiwa House is located in the heart of historical Stone Town in Zanzibar. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    staff were extremely helpful and friendly. 10/10

  • Stone Town House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 352 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services.

    Very good location and most friendly and welcoming staff

  • Jabar Lodge
    Central location
    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 :)

  • Royal Cliff Zanzibar
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 325 reviews

    Royal Cliff Zanzibar features a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and buffet breakfast in Zanzibar City.

    One of the best hotels in zanzibar We highly recommended

  • Al-Minar Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 968 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop, Al-Minar Hotel has a terrace and a shared lounge.

    Clean rooms, wifi worked well, staff very helpful, recommended. ​

  • Mangrove Lodge
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 478 reviews

    Mangrove Lodge offers eco-friendly accommodation in Zanzibar City.The lodge features a restaurant, bar and lounge with hammocks.

    It’s a breathtaking jungle paradise, loved every minute of it

  • Shoki Shoki Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 602 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City and within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach, Shoki Shoki Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    In the middle of Stone Town, great value for money...

  • Tembo B&B Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,461 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

  • Sanaa Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 92 reviews

    Sanaa Hostel is located on the beachfront in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Friendly staff, flexible to our needs, great location

  • Tembo Palace Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 393 reviews

    Offering three pool and outdoor restaurant, Tembo Palace Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    Very professionnal employées, always ready to help.

  • The Swahili House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 274 reviews

    The Swahili House is located in the centre of Stone Town amongst the bustling market, shops and restaurants. The refurbished 5-storey Indian Merchant House is built around a courtyard.

    Beautiful property with high ceilings and great facilities.

  • Forodhani Park Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 799 reviews

    Offering a rooftop terrace with outdoor pool and cafe, Forodhani Park Hotel in Stown Town is conveniently located at the Old Fort and just across the road from Forodhani Gardens.

    Delicious omelettes and lots of fruit for breakfast

  • Zenji Hotel
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 126 reviews

    Zenji Hotel is located in Zanzibar City. Free WiFi access is available. Each room is air-conditioned and most rooms feature a balcony.

    The staff were very friendly especially Fadhili and abdullah

  • Antonio Garden Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,138 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 400 metres, Antonio Garden Hotel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Brilliant location, awesome breakfast, sweet rooms!

  • Spice Palace Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,137 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and shared lounge, as well as a restaurant, Spice Palace Hotel is situated in Stone Town. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi.

    Everythig was perfect, staff, breakfast was perfect

  • Emerald Palm
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 462 reviews

    Emerald Palm is situated in Zanzibar City, within less than 1 km of Cinema Afrique and a 2-minute walk of Hamamni Persian Baths.

    Breakfast was good, However, they should increase varieties.

  • Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 817 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 7.8 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    This is the best I have had so far with booking.com

  • Zava House Stone town
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 479 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.

    Nice and clean rooms, very friendly and helpful staff.

  • Balcony House
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,032 reviews

    Balcony House is offering accommodation in Stone Town in Zanzibar City. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Balcony House has 11 bedrooms.

    Great location, walking distance to main attractions.

  • Lost & Found Zanzibar
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 563 reviews

    Lost & Found Zanzibar features free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

    nice staff, comfy beds, great location, great wifi

  • Jafferji House
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 273 reviews

    Jafferji House is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of the historical Stone Town. Old Fort and the House of Wonders can both be reached within 200 metres of the property.

    Historic building…. great antique furniture and artwork

  • 27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 941 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 3.4 km from Food market, Coastal Zanzibar Airport Hotel, formerly MP Airport Hotel, features air-conditioned rooms.

    Very friendly workers. Place was clean and hospitable.

  • Riverman Hotel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 39 reviews

    Set in Zanzibar City, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Riverman Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant and private parking. This 3-star hotel offers room service and an ATM.

    The stuff is really nice, especially William. Good location and clean.

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  • Princess Salme Inn
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 226 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

  • Malindi Guest House
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 731 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
    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.

  • Kahawa Sunset View Zanzibar
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 51 reviews

    Situated within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Kahawa Sunset View Zanzibar provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    Personnel accueillant, aidant et serviable, équipements de bonne qualités .

  • Uko Uko House
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 38 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Uko Uko House is located in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

    Grote kamer, centrale ligging, goede doche en vriendelijke eigenaar

  • Garden Lodge
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 272 reviews

    Offering city views, Garden Lodge in Zanzibar City offers accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property.

    Really nice, clean, quite place. Location is perfect!

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Zanzibar City

  • Avg. price/night: £5.53
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 563 reviews
    Amazing location. Stayed in the women's dorm. Felt more like a summer camp bunk than a hostel. Was very clean and wifi worked. Felt safe the entire time I was here. If you're a budget travel it is one of the better hostels I have been to.
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £55.26
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 125 reviews
    Great budget hotel in an interesting location away from the tourist bits of Stone town but near enough for easy access. Gives a sense of real life in Zanzibar.
    Rick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £111.72
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,518 reviews
    A very pleasant hotel, the staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good with a good variety of foods. It's location near to the harbour and a 2 minute walk int the busy streets of stone town make it ideal.
    Alexander
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £147.79
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,137 reviews
    It’s a great budget hotel. Great location, clean, and did the job if you’re just looking for a place to sleep and get around in stone town. My favorite part was the breakfast, good food and an excellent view at the top.
    Yophtahe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £111.72
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,518 reviews
    The location was great. Easily within walking distance of Stone Town. Customer service was excellent. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Shoutout to my favourite member of the housekeeping team Maua who kept our room spotless and beautifully decorated. Breakfast was a little disappointing, there wasn't much variety but the fresh fruit made up for it 😊. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it, especially if you're on a budget
    Harvey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £39.08
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 479 reviews
    The room was spacious and spotless, good location, just a few minutes walk from Forodhani Gardens and Darajani Souk. Very good value if traveling on a budget.
    Obadiah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.42
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,050 reviews
    The location is ideal close to many sights of interest in Stone Town. Rooms and surrounding areas were very clean and the breakfast was very tasty and plentiful. Staff all very friendly and super helpful.
    Rachel
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 799 reviews
    The location as well as the rooms and pool are very nice. It is very clean, but lacks a little bit of the friendliness and hospitality of other places in Sansibar.The place is well taken care of and ideal for a city stay in stone town.
    Sabrina
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £29.78
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 390 reviews
    Excellent location, the price was the cheapest in the area, but for another few dollars there are more comfortable places to stay. If you are on a budget I recommend the hotel.
    Nomad Den
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £71.05
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 968 reviews
    Santosh the owner and the lovely people at desk were so friendly and caring. Do not book this, at this budget and location, and then write a "bad" review if you were expecting a 5* Vibe. But if your expectations are clean and simple services, kind and helpful staff, safe and excellent location, then it's ideal!
    Mana
    Solo traveller

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