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Mizingani Seafront Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

the location of the hotel is perfect. Right at Forodhani. The rooms are very clean and modern. The staff was also attentive. I got a room upgrade to a sea view room and it was perfect.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
2,265 reviews
Price from
£78
1 night, 2 adults
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort, hotel in Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar Region, 7 km from Stone Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi is available in the rooms.

Fantastic stay at the hotel
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
1,266 reviews
Price from
£72
1 night, 2 adults
Antonio Garden Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

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...

The pool and bar area put back are fantastic, a tranquil, tropical retreat! The breakfast was great, especially the omletes. Good big room with a massive comfy bed.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
3,024 reviews
Price from
£74
1 night, 2 adults
Al-Minar Hotel, hotel in Zanzibar City

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

The location is very good and the staff is super nice. Also the breakfast was very good!
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,032 reviews
Price from
£66
1 night, 2 adults
Retro, hotel in Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar City, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Retro features views of the city. Featuring a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

The breakfast and the art on the walls.
Scored 6.7
6.7
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
486 reviews
Price from
£19
1 night, 2 adults
Spice Tree by Turaco, hotel in Zanzibar City

Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town is located within 7 kilometres from the Zanzibar International Airport.

Very old hotel, needs renovation. Bed was not convenient
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
594 reviews
Price from
£147
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Excellent location, friendly staff, very good breakfast
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
380 reviews
Price from
£107
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa, hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, 5.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

Spacious and clean rooms good facilities in the room.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
278 reviews
Price from
£238
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Location of hotel within Stone Town; Daniela and the helpful staff including excursion planning and laundry service; On-site restaurant with good selections.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
288 reviews
Price from
£128
1 night, 2 adults
Al Johari Hotel & Spa, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

Lovely staff
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
170 reviews
Price from
£81
1 night, 2 adults
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Zanzibar City's best hotels with breakfast

  • Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 278 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 5.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

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

  • Tembo Palace Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 380 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
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 345 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 centre.

    Great breakfast unbeatable sea views, fabulous spa.

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

    About the Lodge: Mangrove Lodge provides a tranquil escape with eco-conscious accommodations set amidst a verdant garden.

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

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

    With a private beach overlooking the bay, Chuini Zanzibar Lodge is located 12 km north of Stone Town. Its Zanzibar-style architecture includes the remains of the historic Chuini Palace.

    The location was in between but a bit close to the airport.

  • Zanzibar Coffee House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 749 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
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    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

  • Zanzibar Palace Hotel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 288 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

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City

  • Royal Cliff Zanzibar
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 367 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

  • Forodhani Park Hotel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 762 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

  • Antonio Garden Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,024 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...

    The room was clean and it has good wifi connection.

  • Spice Palace Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,981 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
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 532 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.

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

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from Stone Town Beach, Zanzi House features air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk.

    bien situé, jolie maison traditionnelle avec boiseries

  • Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 822 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.

    Amazing view from my room and balcony to the ocean.

  • Retro
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 486 reviews

    Set in Zanzibar City, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Retro features views of the city. Featuring a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

    The place was very clean and the staff are amazing

Hotels located in the centre of Zanzibar City

  • Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 286 reviews

    Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodation 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

  • Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 379 reviews

    Upendo House Hotel Zanzibar is situated 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
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 237 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, restaurant and views of city, Emerson on Hurumzi is located in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach.

    Incredible location, amazing property and beautiful roof terrace

  • Mizingani Seafront Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,265 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.

    Really enjoyed everything about our stay at Mizingani

  • The Seyyida Hotel and Spa
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 540 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, The Seyyida Hotel and Spa is situated in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop.

    Perfect location, nice interior design, really clean and well maintained!

  • Maru Maru Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 989 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.

  • The Swahili House
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 286 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.

  • Zenji Hotel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 118 reviews

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

    Goed ontbijt, uitstekende service, gunstige locatie.

FAQs about hotels in Zanzibar City

What guests said about Zanzibar City:

  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    Busy, Bustling city - do a walking tour as worth seeing some...

    Busy, Bustling city - do a walking tour as worth seeing some of the places you may not wonder upon on your own, We booked with a local tour company and they did a tour for $30 Wazawa Africa Tours and Travel +255 757 766 459 Muhammed. We did a few transfers with them as well, and he took us to a few bars on the first night and waited for us. We used other taxi services as we travelled round the island but these guys were informative, trustworthy and showed up when they said. and showed up even when I double booked by accident, then came to the hotel to find me! I did find that a few Zanzibar employees were disappointed with the tips we were given even though tipping 5,000 to 10,000 shillings which is a good tip. So be mindful and don't be bullied into giving more, we gave the guide $10 dollars but looked after us for 3hrs, sat while we had a drink and was very pleasant, whereas some others only delivered a drink or carried a bag a few feet and really wanted more than a dollar tip or 5000 shillings. use shillings in the city rather than dollars a use there own conversion system so on first night a £9 bill cost $17 dollars, lessonlearnt quickly, got the guide to take us to a ATM. Atm's charge 6% on every transaction and can only get 400,000 shillings out at a time approx £100 and have to pay £6, use a card like starling as not all restaurants bars charge 3-5% on top plus still cheaper than the ATM. Worth a visit but nights 1 full day as enough good first stop as near to airport if have a late flight in. We eat mostly in the hotel as was good quality and service was good. Take a visit to antonio gardens, as also have entertainment. Visit the old slave market, can see this on your own as easy to find $10 entry fee. also go see Freddie Mercury Museum $7 dollars each to go in think its a bit expensive but quite interesting
    Debra
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Zanzibar city.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Zanzibar city. The Antonio Garden Hotel was well centrally situated which enabled us to easily access most of the available sites and the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There were plenty of good restaurants around and food was of good quality and reasonably priced. Getting lost in the narrow streets was part of the enjoyment of the city. A negative was that there were too many vendors for tours in the streets. we found it better to book and pay for tours on-line and their service in this regard was excellent. Wiil definitely return to Zanzibar but spend some time at a beach resort in addition to visiting the City
    Steve & Lee-Ann
    Zimbabwe
  • Scored 10
    10

    I loved wandering the streets of Stone Town.

    I loved wandering the streets of Stone Town. The street food was good and cheap and it has a large variety of restaurants from budget to very expensive. You can do day trips to most other parts of the island from here. I especially enjoyed the spice tour.
    Ghilraen
    South Africa
  • Scored 10
    10

    I met a lot of kind, smart and well dressed people in...

    I met a lot of kind, smart and well dressed people in Zanzibar and had a great time interacting with them and practicing my Swahili. Also, I found the BEST SOUVENIR SHOP IN THE WORLD - The Zanzibar Curio Shop! They're not giving it away for free but you won't be disappointed. You will never again find a such a large and disparate collection of unique items from around the world in one location.
    David G.
    Canada
  • Scored 10
    10

    I had a great time in Zanzibar City, namely Stone Town.

    I had a great time in Zanzibar City, namely Stone Town. It is full of character, steeped in history and a great location for excursions to Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank, and the Safari Blue tour. It's easy to get around Stone Town on foot - lots of winding streets so you can easily get lost, but it's fun. Fhordani Night market was a great experience and easy to find. The gardens are beautiful in the day time too. 3 nights in Stone Town was just right for me, before heading North to enjoy some beautiful beaches.
    Dawn
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    If you visit the island of Zanzibar, do not skip Stone Town...

    If you visit the island of Zanzibar, do not skip Stone Town (Zanzibar city). It is worth a 2 day stop. There are plenty of historic sights to visit; old slave market, anglican church, the spice/fish bazaar,the old fort and Freddy Mercury house. It has also a maze of little streets with plenty of shops for souvenir shopping: paintings, wood carvings, jewelry; both of the african type as well as the more expensive Tanzanite. It has plenty of good restaurants. But most of all the location. Stone Town is right in the middle of the island, so you can do a day trip to Rock Restaurant to the east ( one hour drive) or a visit to Cheetah rock and spice farm to the north( one hour drive) . It is the starting point for half a day tour to prison island with the giant turtles.
    Sebelina
    Netherlands

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Zanzibar City

  • From £82.10 per night
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,540 reviews
    This place is close to everything in Stone Town, I would recommend this place to everyone traveling to Stone Town. The hotel is at the beach as well. The rooms are nice, clean and spacious. Also the people working there are really nice, they helped us so much when a taxi driver tried to scam us and talked to the police for us. (Special thanks to Said). We felt really safe at Tembo. Me and my friend stayed in the apartments, a 2 minutes walked from the hotel, but you can still use the hotel facilities.
    A
    Anonymous
    Norway
  • From £104.12 per night
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,265 reviews
    Nice hotel right on the beach and next to the port. Great location with everything in easy walking distance from the hotel. Our room was spacious and clean with a huge ornate bathroom. Beds were big and comfortable. TV, Fridge and a Kettle in the room with some tea and coffee provided. Breakfast was ok. The pool was nice with plenty of shaded areas and a great way to cool off after walking around the back streets of Stone Town.
    Mark
    United Kingdom
  • From £134.35 per night
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,841 reviews
    It was a very good experience, the hotel was ideally located and next to everything (attractions, restaurants, ferry…), you could do almost everything by walk, the breakfast was good and you can have local food (it is rare since every hotel is trying to adapt to tourists who wants to stay in their confort zone on food), also the view you have on the beach is amazing ! The room was clean and huuuge ! The bathroom was on point !
    Aminata
    France
  • From £32.84 per night
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 163 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 £120.91 per night
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 594 reviews
    The hotel is located in central position in stone town , restaurants and places of interest is walking distance and nearby. Airport is also very near.
    Aniruddha
    Malaysia

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