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Mizingani Seafront Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Mizingani Seafront Hotel is located 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...

The views amazing and enjoyed the amazing fresh breakfast. The hotel deco it's beautiful, the pool was under renovation unfortunately .
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
2,142 reviews
Price from£80.58per night
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort, hotel in Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar Region, 4.3 mi from Stone Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi is available in the rooms.

Very helpful staff
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
1,249 reviews
Price from£68.33per night
Antonio Garden Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within a 5-minute walk, Antonio Garden Hotel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property...

Calmness
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
3,148 reviews
Price from£65.03per night
Spice Tree by Turaco, hotel in Zanzibar City

Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town is located within 4.3 miles from the Zanzibar International Airport.

A 4 star hotel surrounded by Stone Town's main 5 star hotels. A pretty great location. Air conditioned lobby which is greeaaat if you visit when it's hot. Rooms felt spacious enough. The staff were really nice and conversational.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
661 reviews
Price from£80.11per night
Al-Minar Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, 1312 feet from The Zanzibar Curio shop, Al-Minar Hotel has a terrace and a shared lounge.

Location, value for money, service of breakfast
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
969 reviews
Price from£67.15per night
Zanzibar Coffee House, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

Very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Breakfast on the rooftop was delicious and lovely. Staff let us keep our luggage there when we took off to spend a few days at the beach. Would stay here again.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
718 reviews
Price from£97.39per night
Tembo Palace Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

The staff were quite friendly. Mohammed at the reception was very helpful, the facility was always clean and tidy. Overall a good location to stay. Wifi was good.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
395 reviews
Price from£89.07per night
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa, hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, 3.2 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

the hotel is nice with good breakfast. he staff are friendly
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
281 reviews
Price from£247.41per night
Retro, hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, a 5-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Retro features views of the city.

Breakfast in Hiliki House…furniture & art & very nice accommodating host David!
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
468 reviews
Price from£9.79per night
Zanzibar Palace Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Zanzibar Palace Hotel is located in Stone Town on Zanzibar Island. It offers individually decorated suites with free Wi-Fi.

Central Location and friendly staff were just what we wanted for vacation. We were able to take all the tours we planned very easily because of the staff. Great breakfast too.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
318 reviews
Price from£114.91per night
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Zanzibar City's best hotels with breakfast

  • Park Hyatt Zanzibar
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 359 reviews

    Featuring a seafront location in Zanzibar City, Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This air-conditioned hotel comes with free WiFi access and has a spa and wellness center.

    Great breakfast unbeatable sea views, fabulous spa.

  • Forodhani Park Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 796 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

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

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

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

  • Chuini Zanzibar Lodge by NEWMARK
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 423 reviews

    With a private beach overlooking the bay, Chuini Zanzibar Lodge is located 7.5 mi north of Stone Town. Its Zanzibar-style architecture includes the remains of the historic Chuini Palace.

    Location, staff, the bungalow, swimming pool, it all was amazing.

  • Zanzibar Coffee House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 718 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

  • Kisiwa House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 638 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

  • Zanzibar Palace Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 318 reviews

    Zanzibar Palace Hotel is located in Stone Town on Zanzibar Island. It offers individually decorated suites with free Wi-Fi.

    it was personable and very well done and maintained

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

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

    Beautiful property with high ceilings and great facilities.

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City

  • Zenji Hotel
    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

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

    Located in Zanzibar City, 1312 feet from The Zanzibar Curio shop, Al-Minar Hotel has a terrace and a shared lounge.

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

  • Zanzi House
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 128 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, a 7-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Zanzi House has air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk.

    bien situé, jolie maison traditionnelle avec boiseries

  • Retro
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 468 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, a 5-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Retro features views of the city.

    Very friendly and helpful personal. Good breakfast.

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

    Located in Zanzibar City, 2.1 mi from Food market, Coastal Zanzibar Airport Hotel, formerly MP Airport Hotel, features air-conditioned rooms.

    Very friendly workers. Place was clean and hospitable.

  • Al Johari Hotel & Spa
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 167 reviews

    Set in a historical building, Al Johari Hotel & Spa is located in Zanzibar City and features a spa, library and restaurant. It offers free WiFi and the Forodhani Gardens is within a 10-minute walk.

    personalet var imøtekommende og hjelpsomme Rent og pent

  • Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 570 reviews

    Located just a 5-minute walk from House of Wonders, Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique features a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the harbor and city.

    We like the area, all famous places access is very easy

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

    Located in Zanzibar City, a 2-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Kahawa Sunset View Zanzibar features views of the sea.

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

Hotels located in the center of Zanzibar City

  • Sharazad Wonders Boutique
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 215 reviews

    Located within a 2-minute walk 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

  • Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 264 reviews

    Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodations with a view of the Indian Ocean. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a café and 2 restaurants.

    Excellent location, super clean and friendly staff

  • The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, a few steps from Stone Town Beach, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Authentic Zanzibar house renovated with style and attention for detail.

  • Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 379 reviews

    Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar is located in Stone Town and has a restaurant, a bar and a terrace. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal. All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle.

    Everything, the staff were amazing and the food is exceptional

  • Emerson on Hurumzi
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 220 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, restaurant and views of city, Emerson on Hurumzi is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from Stone Town Beach.

    Incredible location, amazing property and beautiful roof terrace

  • Mizingani Seafront Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,142 reviews

    Mizingani Seafront Hotel is located 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

  • Tembo Palace Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 395 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.

  • Maru Maru Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 957 reviews

    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 .

    Cold aircons, neat and clean rooms, great service.

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What Guests Said About Zanzibar City:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    - the three wheel transport mode i enjoyed those rides.

    - the three wheel transport mode i enjoyed those rides. - Stonetown buildings are a vintage but lacks maintenance, it makes the area look a bit untidy. Also the rusted roofing or corrugated sheets makes the aaerial view not beautiful. Painting them and the buildings will bring an added beauty to the image of stonetown.
    Nokuthula
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Friendly people with a lot of places to visit.

    Friendly people with a lot of places to visit. However there is a lack of food prices diversity. Most good food is somehow expensive and the cheapest food was bad. However my favourite place to eat during evening was at the small restaurant near the Mkunazini Anglican Cathedral where delicious rice dishes are served. Couples can enjoy the tours to Prison Island and around Stone town
    Lukuwi
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Favourite place is the market in the evening around stone...

    Favourite place is the market in the evening around stone Town. Local foods. Est at Café Africano Hurumzi fabulous local food. It was very easy to get around town. Walk and very safe. Nothing to avoid. Enjoy coconut 🥥 Henna tattoo love it.
    Cupido
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I sailed as a sea captain all around the island, including...

    I sailed as a sea captain all around the island, including Pemba island. I spent here almost 2 months altogether. From tourist places, I liked Nungwi beaches. You have to know, most of tourist resorts are situated outside of local civilization. If you want to go shopping or to the local restaurant, you need to order a taxi everytime and the prices are high. The food and alcohol is quite expensive even for europeans. The locals are kind, although sometimes annoying if they are selling something. I felt absolutely safe, more than in EU. Traffic in the inlands is terrible, try to avoid travelling on these roads. Negotiate the price (taxi etc) before drive. They are able to ask 50 USD for 3 kilometres of ride after. If I could decide, I would try another exotic islands. Zanzibar needs 5-10 years to improve the services for tourist, infrastructure etc.
    Roman
    Slovakia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Navigating Zanzibar City was surprisingly easy, with an...

    Navigating Zanzibar City was surprisingly easy, with an array of transportation options available. The compact size of the city made it convenient to explore on foot, with many attractions within walking distance of each other. I would definitely suggest trying the local Swahili food for fresh fish and seafood. For a visitor from South Africa, I found the price of food and drinks at restaurants relatively expensive.
    Catherine
    South Africa
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Paradise Found: Zanzibar's Enchanting Beauty

    Paradise Found: Zanzibar's Enchanting Beauty Zanzibar is simply one of the best places on Earth. Its beaches are nothing short of breathtaking, with pristine sands so fine they feel like silk beneath your toes. The tranquil waters, gentle and calm, create a mesmerizing backdrop that captivates the soul. My love for this place knows no bounds; it's a sanctuary of unparalleled beauty and serenity.
    Rahel Asefa
    Ethiopia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Zanzibar City

  • From £157.08 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 890 reviews
    We stayed at the hotel after our flight from France as we felt it was useless to drive one hour to our holiday destination late in the evening. The hotel is located two minutes drive away from the airport. Staff was very welcoming and pleasant, room comfortable with a very nice bed, great bathroom with italien walk in shower, nice terrasse and pool area. A great hotel for a night after or before your flight or if you want a modern hotel in Zanzibar city with easy access to Stone town. Very good value for money.
    Katherine
    France
  • From £293.98 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 440 reviews
    Staff was kind and helpful. Especially bar tenders were flexible for special requests and they tried to do their best. Our package was all inclusive. Selection of drinks were quite enough for this package. Hotel's location is little far from airport but it is exactly somewhere middle of the jungle. I can say I generally liked the atmosphere right over there and Swimming pool options were fine. Room was okay. Especially I liked the balcony with garden view. Breakfast and Lunch menus were satisfying.
    Oguz
    Turkey
  • From £55.77 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 179 reviews
    The location and the team were outstanding. The owner Sadaat was extremely helpful organizing trips and gave us a lot of insides about stone town. The rooms were lovely and spacious with sea view exactly as advertised. Food was also delicious. We specifically choose smaller hotels during our holidays as we don’t like the big chains where you are just a number. Sadaat and his team really gave our time there a personal touch. We had a fantastic time at Archipelago Stonetown.
    Stephanie
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £66.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,438 reviews
    Large hotel on the beach in Stone Town. You can walk EVERYWHERE! This is a large hotel with many different buildings. The hotel works like a well oiled machine. Staff is friendly and efficient. The GM is always available and goes out of his way to assist. Rooms are large with aircon, fans, fridge, satellite TV, coffee station, hairdryer. Large bathroom. The swimming pool is the best and cool!! Breakfast is interesting. Pls note this is a dry hotel.
    Tanja - South Africa
    South Africa
  • From £119.89 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,133 reviews
    The staff is amazing. Food at the restaurant is good. Rooftop is nice. Location is right in the middle of Stone Town. This hotel allows you to be a part of the city without being contaminated by tourism. I recommend the hotel if you want to breath the local culture and encounter locals. 2/3 nights is enough. Not recommended if you are looking for a European fancy beach with 5 stars service and no contact with local culture.
    kristian Andersen
    Norway
  • From £93.94 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,148 reviews
    Great value for money. The hotel location is in the center of stone town, close to a school and local residencies which makes you feel a part of the city. There are sirens at 6:30am&pm which indicate the beginning and the end of the day and also you will hear the call for prayer at around 5:30am etc. This was a good hotel for our purpose and that's traveling to the mainland. The ferry is very close to the hotel.
    Rita
    Israel
  • From £12.57 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 468 reviews
    In Stone Town it is difficult to find a quiet hotel/guesthouse at a budget-friendly price. Retro offers that! It's next to a hospital grounds, so it's quiet and surrounded by lots of greenery. It is a very charming interior (main hall, breakfast room, entrance area)! The room itself was decent, no modern amenities but functional incl. wifi.
    Martina
    Japan
  • From £62.83 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 125 reviews
    The personnel was very helpful and available. They helped us with everything, suggesting to us restaurants, places to visit in Stone Town and storing our luggage after checkout so we could walk around the city luggage-free until the time we had to travel to Nungwi. To sum up, everything was very very very nice at Rumaisa hotel
    Zoi
    Greece
  • From £98.18 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 478 reviews
    Location on the beach and view was fabulous! Staff and hostess very attentive. Facilities perfect in every regard. Landscaping preserved the African experience. We wee met at the airport by the hotel van and returned as well. Exceptional value for the cost! 5 Star Plus
    Michael
    United States of America
  • From £98.96 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 395 reviews
    Hotel is fantastic and a real gem. Perfect location on the beach and right in the heart of stone town - next to the night markets for cheap street food. Staff were great, especially Ali. 3 different pools to choose from and breakfast selection was incredible.
    Charlotte
    United Kingdom
  • From £89.42 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 957 reviews
    The Maru Maru Hotel is centrally located in Stone Town, a short walk from many of the main sites, including the Night Market. The view from the rooftop restaurant is excellent. The rooms are OK, and the bathrooms are recently renovated.
    Travis
    United States of America
  • From £78.11 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,905 reviews
    The hotel is really nice as style! In a good position to visit stone town and to go with boat to prison island and nakupenda! The transfer from/to airport was really good! It is really close to a beautiful restaurant on the beach!
    Rossella
    Italy
  • From £98.96 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,706 reviews
    The location can't be beaten and its the only hotel in town right on the beach! The staff were very friendly and attentive and even the food in the hotel was amazing! Also, could legitimately sleep for a week in those beds
    Louise Formenius
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 100 reviews
    The apartments are location in a great area in Stone Town! The rooms were clean and spacious. The AC is a must when in that heat and we appreciated it so much. Great you can access all the amenities at the Tempo Hotel.
    Ally
    Canada
  • From £32.99 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,050 reviews
    This hotel has a great location. It is close to the beach and all the major sights in stone town. Rooms are comfortable and clean and I looked forward to breakfast everyday. Very nice spanish omelets.
    Davies
    South Africa
  • From £94.25 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 638 reviews
    The staff were excellent, the hotel is beautiful, and the breakfast on the rooftop was lovely. I have stayed several places in Stone Town and Kisiwa House had good amenities and wonderful staff.
    Adrienne
    United States of America
  • From £93.94 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,148 reviews
    Great food, Kindly staff And everythink was clean . In the centre. Very good prices. If you want to stay a few days in Zanzibar city here is no better hotel than this. Really Recomend.
    Honza
    Czech Republic
  • From £102.26 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,510 reviews
    Hotel was so clean. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Special thanks to Jackson who helped us throughout our stay. Definitely one of the best hotels we have stayed in stone town.
    Teizeen Amin
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £78.11 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,905 reviews
    Great location. It is a beautiful historic building. The balconies are stunning to sit on. I stayed at two hotels during my stay in Stone Town and would recommend the Dhow Palace.
    Nicola
    United Kingdom
  • From £98.96 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,706 reviews
    Amazing staff hotel and facilities, a must book hotel if u r in stone town
    Ankit JOSHI
    United Arab Emirates

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