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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. With Zanzibari décor, the elegant rooms feature air conditioning and come complete with a mosquito net, flat-screen satellite TV and telephone. The en suite bathrooms have a shower and free toiletries. Breakfast is served at Al Johari Hotel & Spa and the Fusion Restaurant features fresh seafood and a variety of dishes. At the lounge offers views of the Indian Ocean and there is a 24-hour front desk. Explore Stone Town, which boasts a market, museums or take a leisure stroll to the beach. Zanzibar International Airport is 7.5 kilometres away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kwan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I was really looked after. The staff were friendly and helpful. Very central location. Great breakfast. Overall the accommodation is good value and I highly recommend it to anyone who is planning a stay at Stonetown.
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Mr Behera, the owner of this hotel, treated me like family during my stay here. So much so that I extended my stay from 1 week, to 3 weeks. From offering me his motorbike, to preparing special lunches for us both, you couldn't ask for a more...
  • Julia
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Great stay in a great location, in the centre of Stonetown. Rooftop with a great view over the sea and for sunset. Very kind staff. Wifi is working great.
  • Vivienne
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Breakfast was very good. Staff were nice and friendly. Location was excellent.. a few minutes from the centre of Stonetown, with several options for eating out nearby. Wi-Fi was generally good and bar upstairs was handy.
  • Mponguliana
    Tanzania Tanzania
    The staff are well trained. Their hospitality is exceptional…. We faced a problem with the booking website, however, the owner of the hotel upgraded us to their best room without us even complaining about it… Everyone was just so welcoming, and...
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    Aditya
    India India
    The Location Of The Hotel Was Really Amazing So Close To The Beach, So Close to The Night Market. The Rooms Are A Good Size, Great Big Clean Bathroom, Comfortable Bed. The Rooftop Breakfast Has A Wide Variety Of Options Which Was Nice.
  • Tallulah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful friendly staff, that made sure we had everything we needed! Located in a very central area, close to anything you need in Stone town
  • Nadia
    Belgium Belgium
    Al Johari is the place to be in Stone Town by his location in a very quiet and safe area with walking distance to restaurant and beach.
  • Rod
    Australia Australia
    Al Johari is heritage-rich haven, full of lovely artifaxts, artworks and carvings. It feels old and has plenty of modern comforts. It position near the seafront at the quieter end of Stonetown is very valuable. And the rooftop restaurant was...
  • Thomas597
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    This is by far the best value hotel in the best area of Stonetown. The manager and staff were very friendly and helpful. My second time to stay here and I will always come back. The view from the rooftop restaurant is amazing. 10/10.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Zanzibar Fusion and Lounge
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic

Facilities of Al Johari Hotel & Spa

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
Al Johari Hotel & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

5 percent credit card fee will be charge if you pay by credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Al Johari Hotel & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Al Johari Hotel & Spa

  • Al Johari Hotel & Spa is 1.5 miles from the centre of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Al Johari Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Al Johari Hotel & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Check-in at Al Johari Hotel & Spa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Al Johari Hotel & Spa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Al Johari Hotel & Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Zanzibar Fusion and Lounge
  • Room options at Al Johari Hotel & Spa include:

    • Single
    • Double
  • Al Johari Hotel & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour