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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Zanzibar City, Tanzania

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The bright, air-conditioned rooms feature Zanzibari décor and feature a private entrance. They come fitted with a seating area, mosquito net draped over the bed, a flat-screen satellite TV and a safe. The private bathroom come with a uniquely designed bathtub or shower.

Very charismatic place to stay

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8.2
Very good
2,127 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

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

Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views.

Excellent location overlooking the ocean and close to the town. Lovely oriental decor. I stayed in a sea view balcony room which was very comfortable, had a huge big bath and wonderful views to watch the sun set from the balcony. Staff were really helpful and friendly and breakfast was fantastic

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8.2
Very good
4,684 reviews
Price from
£80
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.

It’s right in the middle of town and so easy to navigate from. The rooms are just beautiful, and the pool and restaurant area are lovely.

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8.2
Very good
1,895 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

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.

Rooms at Forodhani Park Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat-screen TV and en-suite bathroom. Most of the rooms have a balcony facing the Old Fort.

staff very friendly and helpful specially Abdul

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8.1
Very good
790 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

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.

The rooms combine old-world charm and antique details with modern conveniences. Each room is fitted with a ceiling fan and a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. Free WiFi is available.

Very welcoming environment and delicious coffee.

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8.9
Fabulous
719 reviews
Price from
£51
per night

Maru Maru Hotel’s cocktail bar has 360-degree views over Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. The property provides an onsite restaurant and complimentary Wi-Fi .

Overlooking the town or garden, the air-conditioned rooms have furniture made by local producers. Some have wooden ceiling beams and a step-in shower with seats in the private bathroom.

Center of the citu. Very clean.

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8.1
Very good
955 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town is located within 7 kilometres from the Zanzibar International Airport. This refurbished, historical hotel boasts rich and warm décor in a traditional Zanzibari-style and features hand-carved furnishings.

This hotel was welcoming, so pretty and clean!

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7.9
Good
669 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Looking for a boutique hotel?

These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Zanzibar City

  • Avg. price/night: £85.35
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,895 reviews
    Amazing interior design with antique furniture
    Annamária
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 995 reviews
    This was the most beautiful heritage boutique hotel. Floating in the pool was the coolest (temperature wise) and relaxing experience in two weeks in Zanzibar. We only stayed here for our last night on the Island and wish we'd been able to stay here our other nights in Stone Town.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.51
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,282 reviews
    The hotel is in a prime location. It’s located few minutes from all attractions in stone town. It’s a boutique hotel with an elegant design. The staff are super friendly and the breakfast is great! It’s a highly recommended stay.
    Waleed
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £35.86
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 559 reviews
    We loved this boutique hotel, which far exceeded our expectations given the price per night. It is in a perfect location in easy walking distance of Stone Town, yet really quiet. The house is beautiful - traditional style, painted in white and blue with lots of antique furniture. Our bedroom was small, but gorgeous. The bathroom was stylish and we had plentiful hot water. The breakfast was consistently excellent - fruit, juice, eggs, toast, pancakes, tea and coffee. We liked it so much we extended our stay.
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 995 reviews
    Probably the coolest place to stay in Stown town. Great design, clean room, helpful staff, good atmosphere.
    Joanna
    People with friends
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 382 reviews
    Beautiful boutique hotel, very nice luxury touches and good location. The roof pool is gorgeous and the bartender serves fantastic cocktails. Staff are really friendly and accommodating.
    Alex
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.51
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,282 reviews
    A lovely boutique hotel in Stone Town. We really liked the design of the room, with a lot of local touches to it. The staff at Shaba was very helpful and friendly. The patio out front was perfect for relaxation in the shadow, while observering the narrow streets of Stone Town. Overall a great experience.
    igorgolanko
    Group
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 382 reviews
    We spent 3 nights in a balcony room in upendo house. The rooms are very stylish with that luxury twist and a big cozy bathroom. The bedding is very confortable too. The design and hotel theme is modern but fits in perfectly with the whole scenery of the city. But besides of the cozy and well themed concept the staff makes this place to a beautiful experience! Everyone is very caring and nice and did his amd her best to make our stay a cozy and special experience! We felt very confortable and relaxed!
    Angelika Maria Sow-Battlogg
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 995 reviews
    Kind staff, really nice designed boutique hotel in the heart of Stone Town
    Mateja
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £122.72
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 315 reviews
    * Daniela is a lovely and attentive hotel director who made the stay, from booking to good bye, feeling personal and friendly. All staff members were equally attentive and pleasant * Excellent eye to detail in the hotel design, unique interior and beautiful views from the windows. A plus for European power sockets in the room * Varied and tasty breakfast with a luxury touch and good coffee
    Henrik Toremark
    Young couple

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