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Stone Town House, hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House offers rooms with air conditioning.

Good location, nice place overall.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
438 reviews
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£36.03
1 night, 2 adults
Lost & Found Zanzibar, hotel in Zanzibar City

Lost & Found Zanzibar features free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

Good location)
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
550 reviews
Price from
£8.85
1 night, 2 adults
Bottoms Up, hotel in Zanzibar City

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach.

Don't normally eat breakfast but tried it one day and had a very simple omelette. The location ideal for getting around Stone Town although very easy to get lost. all the staff were polite, helpful and very friendly.
Scored 6.0
6.0
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
584 reviews
Price from
£17.69
1 night, 2 adults
Shoki Shoki Hostel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach, Shoki Shoki Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

AC and a fan in the room <3 bathrooms are clean. Shower pressure good with warm water. Location is good but not accessible via car so you must walk like 1-2 mins to the hostel.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
725 reviews
Price from
£35.79
1 night, 2 adults
Rafiki Apartment, hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Rafiki Apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

Location - literally at the Darajani markets; the hustle and bustle of daily life, mingled with the calls to prayers and the scent of wood smoke, against an expansive urban view from the window (my room was on the top floor) Staff - friendly, helpful, considerate; the lovely hostesses keep the place safe and clean Comfortable bed No mosquito Great value for money
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
89 reviews
Price from
£22.71
1 night, 2 adults
Sanaa Hostel, hotel in Zanzibar City

Sanaa Hostel is located on the beachfront in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

We had a good stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was tidy with three comfortable beds with good mosquito nets. The breakfast was very nice. There was hot water in the shower, and good internet. It was an affordable place to stay, and would definitely stay there again.
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
134 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,116 reviews
    Perfect location, great atmosphere. You feel like home. We stayed with teenage kids and they enjoyed youth hostel atmosphere. ( Wi-Fi and Air condition work very well). Host explained us how to get to the East coast by dalladalla and informed us how much it is supposed to cost. That was very helpful. Usually if you ask someone in Tanzania, they just organize an expensive taxi for you….
    Anna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £36.19
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 725 reviews
    Amazing Staff . Great Location. Very Comfortable & budget friendly.
    Ahmed
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.96
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 980 reviews
    It’s very traditional, great location, it’s cheap, great vibe, staff is nice
    Kristina
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £36.19
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 725 reviews
    Great location, very clean, lovely staff, comfortable beds in dormitory!
    Hannah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £20.11
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 550 reviews
    Amazing location. Stayed in the women's dorm. Felt more like a summer camp bunk than a hostel. Was very clean and wifi worked. Felt safe the entire time I was here. If you're a budget travel it is one of the better hostels I have been to.
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £112.60
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 582 reviews
    Everyone was super friendly and ready to help! As soon as I booked I was contacted by an employee to ask if he could assist with anything. Immediately we arranged for a cheap airport pickup (20€) and a dinner that was awaiting us when we arrived since the kitchen closed before our arrival time. We had the rooftop terrace to ourselves! A great way to begin our Zanzibar adventure. Great location too. Close to beach and winding roads with shops!
    Christina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.13
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 584 reviews
    Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
    Laurastrickers
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £36.19
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 725 reviews
    As every youth hostel, it is quite cheap, so in this matter, it is as expected. The hostel is quite small, the bathroom is clean, the beds are made every day and you are given a clean towel at your arrival.
    Nolwenn
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £69.32
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,571 reviews
    The location is strategic in the old Stone town. A stone's throw from the enchanting alleys, near the mercury house, the old fort and the night market. In truth, only the location can explain the price of this place which is above all a dormitory youth hostel
    rootsartz
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,116 reviews
    The hostel is a great location and the staff were keen to help with suggestions of where to go. It's very useful to have the cooking facilities also, as we are travelling on a budget! The balcony is a great place to sit.
    Lucy
    Young couple

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