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Nomad Cave- Stonetown, hotel in Stone Town

Just a 9-minute walk from Peace Memorial Museum and a few steps from Old Fort of Zanzibar, Nomad Cave- Stonetown features accommodations in Stone Town, with a garden.

Arif was kind and helpful
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
74 reviews
Price from
$48.60
1 night, 2 adults
Stone town sea view, hotel in Zanzibar City

Stone town sea view provides free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

Location was perfect, but somewhat hidden. Through an obscure unmarked door that fit the exotic surroundings and the remnants of Arabic culture and antique furnishings that embellished the atmosphere. I prefer the well-worn remembrances of former glories to restorations like the Dhou Palace across the street (at many times the price). Great budget hotel with very modern plumbing fixtures, huge room with volumous ceilings. Top floor room was well worth the steep stair access (which felt like climbing to a loft -- which I enjoyed!). Balconies on both sides of the lounge area gave sample views of Stone Town and the sea. Would definitely stay again!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
586 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults
Nashu House Stone Town, hotel in Ngambo

Just a 3-minute walk from Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar and 400 yards from Cinema Afrique, Nashu House Stone Town features accommodations in Ngambo, with a shared lounge.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
117 reviews
Price from
$20.80
1 night, 2 adults
Shivo Guest House, hotel in Kiembi Samaki

Shivo Guest House enjoys a location in Kiembi Samaki, 5.3 miles from Cinema Afrique and 5.4 miles from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

Chef Rashid cooks a great meal! The facilities were clean and well-kept, but we were most impressed with the dinner. Try the coconut curry! You won't regret it.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
720 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
Zava House Stone town, hotel in Zanzibar City

Zava House Stone town enjoys a location in Zanzibar City, a 4-minute walk from Old Fort of Zanzibar and 0.4 miles from House of Wonders.

Shafii the reception manager is awesome!! He helped us with everything and even walked us to the bus station when we left. The cleaning ladies were also very nice and helpful and the staff in general is great. Location is good and quite close to everything in stone town.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
609 reviews
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults
The House of Royals, hotel in Zanzibar City

The House of Royals in Zanzibar City provides accommodations with an open-air bath, a garden, and a bar. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

The Villa is a jewel. it was saved and restored from a nature that was literally claiming and swallowing it back. The White Villa stands Out from its beautiful green garden but without being intrusive with nature. The garden and the Door Collection absolutely deserve a visit. the room was really well designed and furnished. you have really the feeling to be in a small bubble suspended out of time.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
24 reviews
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults
Malindi Guest House, hotel in Zanzibar City

Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 689 feet from the harbor and 1476 feet from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

The Guest house management was actually very good. Mr Salah was really warm and friendly and he was always ready to assist
Scored 6.8
6.8
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
824 reviews
Price from
$13.87
1 night, 2 adults
BABAbora house, hotel in Ngambo

Providing city views, BABAbora house in Ngambo offers accommodations and a terrace.

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.
Scored 6.7
6.7
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
118 reviews
Price from
$18.49
1 night, 2 adults
Uko Uko House, hotel in Zanzibar City

Uko Uko House is a recently renovated guest house in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach.

nice hotel, kind staff, good food
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
43 reviews
Price from
$32.40
1 night, 2 adults
Zanzibar Vintage House, hotel in Stone Town

Just a 15-minute walk from Cinema Afrique and 0.6 miles from Old Dispensary, Zanzibar Vintage House features accommodations in Stone Town, with a shared lounge.

The location is fantastic and the house is glorious.We arrived by boat and the taxi took just 5 min! When we left from the airport we couldn't believe it! Only 9 min by taxi. The welcome from Masoud was very warm and informative. Shani,the housekeeper was so lovely.Located opposite Music and Culture Academy and 5 min walking to the beach.Highly recommend this place, we feld like King and Queen.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
14 reviews
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  • Avg. price/night: $44
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 69 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $70.20
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 47 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: $55.10
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 305 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $70.20
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 47 reviews
    Great location, quiet but near centre. A home away from home.
    Angelica
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 140 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 140 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
  • Avg. price/night: $70.20
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 47 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $25
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 88 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 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 140 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $55.10
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 305 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