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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...

Decor and location
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
2,129 reviews
Price from$111.15per 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.

I'm vegetarian, and I wanted a hamburguer and I asked the chef and he went put of his way go make me a great veggie burguer! I truly appreciated it Also the ocean view from the restaurant and my room
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
1,245 reviews
Price from$100per 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...

Food was nice
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
3,172 reviews
Price from$82.80per 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
669 reviews
Price from$162per 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.

The Staff were very good, its very clean and the location is very convenient. It is worth the money.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
963 reviews
Price from$85.50per 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
719 reviews
Price from$124per 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
396 reviews
Price from$113.40per 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...

Sea view
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
280 reviews
Price from$315per night
Retro, hotel in Zanzibar City

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

Good stuff
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
462 reviews
Price from$24.93per 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.

Super
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
315 reviews
Price from$146.30per night
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  • Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 280 reviews

    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...

    Very good customer service from their Guest Relationship officer, Hamed,/Hamid

  • Tembo Palace Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 396 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.

  • Park Hyatt Zanzibar
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 367 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.

    Everything. Location, Calm and beautiful, Staffs were so kind.

  • Mangrove Lodge
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 480 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
     · 431 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.

    its remote private and truly an island luxury experience

  • Zanzibar Palace Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 315 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
     · 276 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.

  • The Seyyida Hotel and Spa
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 486 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, The Seyyida Hotel and Spa is located in Zanzibar City, 984 feet from The Zanzibar Curio shop.

    everything was perfect including the spa and the breakfast !!

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City

  • Royal Cliff Zanzibar
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 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

  • Zenji Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 128 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

  • Forodhani Park Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 790 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

  • Al-Minar Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 963 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. ​

  • Maru Maru Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 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.

  • Spice Palace Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,138 reviews

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

    Location, staff the rooms were clean and beautiful

  • Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,245 reviews

    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.

    Excellent buffet, beautiful view, and courteous staff.

  • 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

Hotels located in the center of Zanzibar City

  • Zanzibar Coffee House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 719 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

  • Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 257 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

  • 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

  • Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 382 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

  • The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 23 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.

  • Emerson on Hurumzi
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 218 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

  • Jafferji House
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 288 reviews

    Jafferji House is a boutique hotel located in the heart of the historical Stone Town. Old Fort and the House of Wonders can both be reached within 656 feet of the property.

    Historic building…. great antique furniture and artwork

  • Spice Tree by Turaco
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 669 reviews

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

    The location is excellent. Everything is so nearby .

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What Guests Said About Zanzibar City:

  • 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
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Different styles from different times (african, muslim,...

    Different styles from different times (african, muslim, maybe also european). Interesting experience is the market place and the night market for dinner under the stars. Also the hammam is worth to visit (with good gide)!
    A
    Anonymous
    Finland
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    It was lovely and we got to see the history of the slave...

    It was lovely and we got to see the history of the slave trade (albeit sadly as it was a horrendous practice). The beaches are also very beautiful (Jambiani Beach was where we mostly went.) The spice farm tour and markets were lovely as we got all kinds of fresh spices. However, it is very tourist-centric. Payment is in dollars everywhere and people are always trying to sell you something. Feels very commercialised.
    Joy
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    Dirty, smelly, full of approaching ~beach boys, sellers and...

    Dirty, smelly, full of approaching ~beach boys, sellers and beggars. Much more aggressive than up north. Mostly came for a Nakupenda tour. Nice place but be aware that it’s crowded - by lots of tourists and then of course even the aggressive up in your face wanting to touch you sellers there too. The more upscaled beach hotels and restaurants are nice though.
    Maria
    Sweden
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Stonetown is a cute, small city with arab influence.

    Stonetown is a cute, small city with arab influence. It is worth taking the boat to prison island to learn more about the history and see the turtles. 2 days is sufficient. In the evening there is a night market with different food stalls.
    Julia

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  • From $208.70 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 377 reviews
    Hotel outside area was nice, restaurant was pretty in evenings (needed more lighting at restaurant). Beach was nice but didn’t look like pictures on Booking.com. Comfy loungers. Large bed and spacious room. Aircon and Wi-Fi worked well. Hotel was close to airport and 10 min drive from stone town. Locals were nice on the beach. The cats were super friendly and looked like they were looked after. Pool was nice. Manager asked us for our opinion on hotel before leaving and listened to our considerations which was nice.
    Troy
    United Kingdom
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 719 reviews
    Zanzibar Coffee House is an amazing old palazzo in the heart of Stone Town. It has pedestrian access only, although you risk getting run down by motorbikes in the ancient narrow streets. Zanzibar Coffee House is part cafe-part hotel. It is quite expensive (coffee is UK prices) and not plush, but full of character. Despite the prices, don't expect western standards. If it's luxury you're looking for, this isn't for you. However if you want to enjoy an incredible historic environment, this is a great experience.
    Henry
    United Kingdom
  • From $108.10 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews
    The room was very nice, especially the bathroom. The location was perfect, in the middle of Stone Town, next to the Old Fort. Food was really good, especially the breakfast! The pool on the rooftop was the best after our Safaritrip. The view from the rooftop above the city is wonderful. We also had the possibility to leave our luggage in a luggage room after check out. We would definitely recommend this hotel for your short stay in Stone Town!
    Karin
    Germany
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews
    1) its in stone town,walking distance to all touristy places in zanzibar city 2) they have a pretty clean aprrment with all appliances in kitchen in proper working condition where you can even cook without any hassle. 3)great host and staff 4) normally there are many apartments in stone town but you get lost in the lanes,this one is right next to port and all places accessible easily without having to wonder around the small stonetown lanes.
    hussain
    India
  • From $74.88 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,138 reviews
    The Hotel is well located in the heart of Stone Town. Our room was nice and spacious, so was the bathroom. Everything clean. There is a nice little pool, perfect for a quick refresh after exploring the city. The roof terrace is very nice, food was really good, although we didn‘t have breakfast as our flight was too early in the morning. Staff was nice and friendly, can totally recomend this place for a stay in Stone town.
    Manfred
    Italy
  • From $85 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,423 reviews
    Location was superb, right on the beach(the main hotel as this is part of 5 hotels) and in the centre of stone town yet quite quiet. We stayed two nights. The second night we had a top floor studio which was great. Very spacious, private with loads of air and large fridge. The breakfast is all you can ask for. Huge bufet with all sort of western and asian food and great selections of drinks too.
    Gabriela
    United Kingdom
  • From $89.24 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,172 reviews
    Breakfast was fine; a buffet, with enough food and enough variety. The restaurant was very pleasant, semi-outdoor setting by the swimming pool, in the garden. The hotel is very attractive, and located in Stone Town which I really liked. However, this meant that the last 100 metres to the hotel were on foot, which was a bit of a surprise on arrival. Luckily it was not raining at that time.
    Olivia
    Australia
  • From $59.58 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,500 reviews
    I was so lucky to trust my gut . I had no expectations but I was blown away by the service , design and staff at Shoki Shoki . the hotel is new furnished with Swahili design . there is free wifi and it’s 2 min walk to all places I wanted to check out in Stone town . the manager was amazing and also offers transport to airport at small fee. Breakfast was very delicious at only $3
    Rofhiwa
    South Africa
  • From $117 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,129 reviews
    The hotel is absolutely beautiful and one of the best in Stone Town with a perfect location and charming boutique feel. The staff is on top of everything, incredibly kind, and gave us the warmest welcome upon our arrival! The interior pool is dreamy and all the premises are very well kept. The rooms are also amazing and super spacious.
    Maria Camila
    Portugal
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 995 reviews
    The location of the hotel is excellent in stone town. The staff is very friendly and we met the manager Danielle who was very welcoming and nice. The room and the decorations are exquisite, unique, clean and comfortable. The food as well is delicious. The view from the rooftop is amazing as well on the harbour.
    Shereen
    Egypt
  • From $67.50 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 630 reviews
    This is a boutique hotel with immense character, it has lovely sea views and genuine old world charm with wood paneled roofing, sprawling verandahs and terraces! It is old world luxury! The food served was simple and delicious. The location is very close to the airport and a short drive from Stone town.
    Naveed
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $92.75 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 48 reviews
    Everything!! It has an excellent location, close to every activity and place in Stone Town. The staff are quite nice and ready to attend to your needs. In one of our outings, it rained terribly, we had to run from the ferry to the hotel. Thank goodness the hotel was just close by. Great experience:)
    Nikky
    Benin
  • From $67.50 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 630 reviews
    The Manor house is a super cute place to stay in Zanzibar city. The staff is more than amazing, I am really impressed by the people who work in the hotel. It's clean and perfect for relaxing. Plus they have their own garden with wonderful fruits and everything is super fresh!
    Ivanova
    Bulgaria
  • From $60 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 638 reviews
    Antonio Beach Hotel & Spa has lovely rooms on the beach. Our room was large, clean, had working AC (although not very powerful), great WiFi, and had hot water. The hotel grounds are very nice, spacious, natural. The pool was wonderful.
    Carmody06
    South Africa
  • From $107.10 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,895 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 $117 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 669 reviews
    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.
    Emmanuel
    Tanzania
  • From $59.58 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,500 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 $112 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,684 reviews
    Brilliant location in Stone Town, easy access to markets, alleyways and if course right on the beach. Terrific staff, very good breakfast and very clean and comfortable room.
    Brendan
    New Zealand
  • From $78 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 556 reviews
    The staff is amazing and welcoming. Rooms are clean. Hotel location is the best place to stay. Food is delicious. Best hotel to recommend to stay in stone town.
    Tarig Hassan
    Sudan
  • From $455 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 367 reviews
    beautiful hotel, good location in Stone town. super great staff, especially Fauzzi who do did everything to assist in any way possible
    Alexandra
    United Arab Emirates

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