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The hotel organises an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.

I liked the aesthetics and how peaceful it was.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,001 reviews
Price from
£30
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.

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
£95
per night

The units come with a toaster, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All units feature private entrance. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. A car rental service is available at the guest house.

Calm area with no traffic, well ventilated and cool room which in Zanzibar is a major selling point. You will sleep beautiful nights

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7.8
Good
457 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

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.

At Malindi Guest House breakfast can be served in the room upon request, or enjoyed in the restaurant. Other facilities offered include a library, 24-hour front desk and activities include karaoke.

Rooms are amazing, breakfast is always fresh fruits, David is a great host

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7
Good
720 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

There is also a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen equipped with a toaster, a fridge, and kitchenware. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels.

Sightseeing tours are available near the property. A car rental service is available at the guest house, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.

I Had a great time here, good support from the stuff, they help me with good tips about the city and organizing some trips The location is perfect and all went really good here. I will definitly come back

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7.2
Good
38 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Featuring a balcony with sea views, a garden and a bar, Best View Malindi Guest House can be found in Mwembe Maepe, close to Stone Town Beach and 1.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

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7
Good
1 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Flamingo Guest House ZNZ is located in Stone Town, 600 metres from Stone Town Beach, 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, as well as 300 metres from Hamamni Persian Baths. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Location, very close to the Old Slave Market. Easy to reach any point of interest. Very nice and friendly staff. Helpful.

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8.3
Very good
18 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Located in Ngambo, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Old Dispensary, Nashu House Stone Town has a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house features family rooms.

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9
Superb
1 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Nashu House Stone Town, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Ngambo, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, 1.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, as well as 200 metres from Old Dispensary. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has family rooms.

The Ambience, Staff, Cleanliness, location Staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make comfort Both Anna and Hamisa were very helpful Breakfast isn't included however the host Nashu provided Bread and eggs and you can make your own tea so it was lovely 😍

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The guest house provides a restaurant serving African cuisine, as well as free WiFi throughout the property.

Deserves a much higher rating on Booking. Lovely and welcoming staff. The owner is very responsive. Location is right in the heart of Stonetown, so it’s easy to walk everywhere, but still quiet. Large rooms and private bathroom was clean with hot water. Excellent value for money. The owner kindly arranged a very early morning taxi and checked if everything was going well. A very caring man. I would definitely stay here again. Google maps has it in the wrong place, so you need to head for the Hindu temple or Secret Garden.

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6.8
Review score
78 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £36.78
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 85 reviews
    It is a family owned hostel and the owners are really good and genuine people, made sure I was really comfortable and looked after, I even got invited to break fast with them during Ramadan which was really delicious. The location is perfect and quiet but really close to town (5min) and all the attractions. Thank you so much for everything, can highly recommend this place:)
    Ronja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £79.51
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,900 reviews
    The location and architecture is fantastic, few other places in town match it, if at all. The deep pool was a surprise, not expected from a city centre location. The room is stylish and there will s a very quiet Aircon in operation.
    Zolt S
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £23.19
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 58 reviews
    First of all Saleh was a great host! The rooms are big and clean. And the bathroom although it isn’t private, it’s nice also. It’s not easy to find the Apartments but if you call Saleh or ask the locals they will help you find it.
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.78
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 85 reviews
    Lovely friendly staff at a family run hostel, who will be happy to help you with anything, transport to other parts of the island and wonderful tours and day trips. The breakfast consisting of fresh fruit and eggs is delicious and good way to start the day, the private room was spacious and comfortable with a lovely shower, also a very short and pleasant stroll to local bars and eateries. I would recommend the Ethiopia restaurant a short walk away.
    Harry
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £16.79
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,013 reviews
    Charming hostel in the historical center of Stone Town. Cheap and good value for money.
    Michal
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £79.51
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,900 reviews
    Interesting interorior and great location in the city centre.
    Kristýna
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 457 reviews
    A quite cheap option in the city center, but I would recommend to spend a little more for a more confortable place
    Cinzia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £35.98
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 589 reviews
    Cheap, great location
    Jan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £71.35
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,169 reviews
    Friendly staff nice food. Great location 5 minutes walk to all of Stonetown. Lovely pool with a shallow pool suitable for children. Quiet central courtyard away from the street was nice to relax in.
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £5.60
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 556 reviews
    This hostel is in a great location, very central and close to restaurants, bars, the night food market, points of interest and all the lovely little streets of Stone Town. Rooms are big, comfortable and quiet with good AC. The staff are all friendly, most of them speak English and are always very helpful and smiley (Thanks Pili and the boys for answering all my questions).
    Carola Grana
    Solo traveller

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