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Nomad Cave- Stonetown, hotel in Stone Town

Offering a garden and city view, Nomad Cave- Stonetown is set in Stone Town, less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum and a 0-minute walk from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

The apartment has a great location, close to all places of interest and some nice restaurants. The place is pretty basic, but has everything one needs for a short stay. The host of the place is more than helpful, always ready to answer questions and assist in whatever you need during your stay.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
74 reviews
Price from
£28.43
1 night, 2 adults
The House of Royals, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

Great service and view
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
22 reviews
Price from
£91.31
1 night, 2 adults
Shivo Guest House, hotel in Kiembi Samaki

Located within 7.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.2 km of Hamamni Persian Baths, Shivo Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kiembi Samaki.

Very accommodation and the staff was friendly, very helpful.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
684 reviews
Price from
£33.64
1 night, 2 adults
Zava House Stone town, hotel in Zanzibar City

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

Very friendly staff, nice fordert across the street
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
597 reviews
Price from
£35.64
1 night, 2 adults
Nashu House Stone Town, hotel in Ngambo

Set in Ngambo, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Old Dispensary, Nashu House Stone Town features a shared lounge.

It was very close to the port , to the food festival and to the souvenirs shops. The room is comfortable it has a fridge
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
96 reviews
Price from
£17.94
1 night, 2 adults
Malindi Guest House, hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

Everything was good, Great staff who will help you with anything you need. Really nice roof top balcony and comfortable rooms with all the essentials. Big Thank you to Fahim and the rest of the staff!!
Scored 6.8
6.8
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
808 reviews
Price from
£17.09
1 night, 2 adults
BABAbora house, hotel in Ngambo

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.

Good location, friendly stuff, simple but tasty breakfast
Scored 6.7
6.7
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
116 reviews
Price from
£14.81
1 night, 2 adults
Uko Uko House, hotel in Zanzibar City

A recently renovated property, Uko Uko House is located in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

Lied not at beach front,in the middle of chaotic neighborhood
Scored 6.2
6.2
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
43 reviews
Price from
£25.95
1 night, 2 adults
Zanzibar Vintage House, hotel in Stone Town

Located 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Zanzibar Vintage House offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a shared lounge.

The location was amazing, everything you need is close by with local taxis available right opposite. The area is extremely safe. Wahida was our liaison and she was amazing. The owner, Andreas was spectacular and so very helpful.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
10 reviews
Zanzibar Spice Nest House, hotel in Stone Town

A recently renovated property, Zanzibar Spice Nest House is located in Stone Town near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Hamamni Persian Baths.

Served its purpose for a couple of nights based in the heart of Stone Town. All places of interest within short walk of accommodation. Staff very informative & helpful, would definitely recommend.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
128 reviews
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  • Avg. price/night: £28.19
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 65 reviews
    Great location, great atmosphere and great hosts. Alex and Kasim went out of their way to make me feel at home. Would definitely stay again in future.
    Abdul-Latief
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 46 reviews
    Everything was great! It’s in a great location, could be a little hard to find but we had a guide so was fine. House was really nice and the host was really accommodating for our arrival and checkout times.
    F
    Francesca
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £54.78
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 295 reviews
    Old town house renovated into a trendy Air BnB. Eclectic interior design with attention to detail. Take note to close shutters and doors otherwise it will be noisy at night. Great location within walking distance of charming streets of Stone Town.
    Nevali
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 46 reviews
    Great location, quiet but near centre. A home away from home.
    Angelica
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 135 reviews
    Very nice location, quiet, close to downtown and sights. Rooms are comfortable, well furnished and impeccably clean. Angel is a super host. She gave us a ride to the airport at 3 am.!!!
    Ivan
    People with friends
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 135 reviews
    What a wonderful little place this is to stay, in a quiet safe location. The rooms are spotlessly clean, great Wi-fi and air-conditioning. Breakfast was nice too, but what makes this place special, is the charm, and friendliness of the the host Angel and her colleague. They were always there to help, and Angel helped me with a difficult situation with with another booking.  For the price I think it is great value, and I would not hesitate staying there again. Asante Sana!!
    Lee
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 46 reviews
    Spacious and neat apartment with a nice decor located in a quiet area of Stone Town and a few minutes away from the main road, shops and restaurants. The host was very responsive and flexible. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom and toilet. The host helped me discover Stone Town and Zanzibar, which I was visiting for the 1st time and arranged for airport pick-up and drop-off. It is good value for money.
    Jean Pierre
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £20.02
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 81 reviews
    We stayed twice in this very nice guesthouse in the middle of Stonetown. The rooms and private bathroom are basic, comfortable and clean. You eat your breakfast, that comes with fresh fruit, on the rooftop terrace. The owner is very helpful and tries to do everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible. You also can arrange your tours here, they are of great value. The location is ideal. No cars around, close to the old slave market and the food market. If you visit Stonetown, we can definitely recommend this place!
    Annelies
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 135 reviews
    Newly opened by charming owner Ms Angel. Continental Breakfast with fresh fruits and Muesli/Joghurt, coffee or tea, toast with butter/Jam. Location is easy to find…just tell the driver ‚Culture‘ (i.e. Culture Musical Club). Once there a few meter to the right is this B&B. Everything in safe footwalk distance.
    Rudolf
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54.78
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 295 reviews
    A great location - very close to all the places of interest, close to the beach,etc Great hosts and staff - very welcoming, good english, ready to listen and help. One breakfast the girls even danced around our table and sang a song :) Great breakfast - local, tasty, fresh juice, home-made Very well-decorated house, in a colonial style
    Alena
    Young couple