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The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar City, 90 metres from Stone Town Beach, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

J
Jaco
From
Tanzania
Great location Exceptional food Amazing ambiance Quality rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews
Price from
US$483.30
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibar Coffee House

Hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

P
Päivi
From
Finland
We loved everything about this place: the beautiful decor, the delicious breakfast and coffee at the roof top terrace, but most of all the super friendly staff that made us feel so welcome! Would definitely stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
Price from
US$124
1 night, 2 adults

Emerson Spice

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 300 metres, Emerson Spice provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

R
RACHAEL
From
United Kingdom
What an absolute gorgeous gem of a hotel in Stone Town. Truly authentic building and decor and incredible bedrooms. I stayed in the ‘Kate’ room which was utterly delightful. Beautiful private terrace overlooking the town, enormous bedroom (beautifully decorated) and an open-air bathtub adjoining. Super private. Gorgeous to wake up in the morning and open the doors and feel the breeze filter through. Beautiful bed linen and towels (woven locally) and handmade soaps. If you are into aesthetics, then this is the place for you. I can’t say enough to rate the hotel. All the staff were absolutely delightful and super attentive (as a single female traveller it was very much appreciated). The Manager was extremely kind and friendly. Also organised a fantastic private tour of the town for me which was brilliant. The rooftop restaurant is to die for. The best, authentic and freshest of food I have ever eaten.The taster plate experience with sunset and cocktails was dreamy. Amazing views and ambiance. Didn’t want it to end! The Secret Garden restaurant is also absolutely worth a visit. I attended on a Friday evening when there was live music being performed. Truly magical. Again, the food was just amazing and the staff all super kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$225
1 night, 2 adults

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Bawe Island Zanzibar features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and shared lounge in Zanzibar City.

D
Dan
From
Spain
I could say many things about this amazing property, starting with the beautiful rooms and the constant assistance by its super kind staff but to be honest I was particularly impressed by the location that is a real wonder of nature: this place is a paradise. I was upgraded in a Suite and I could enjoy one of the best sunset I can remember in recent times, not to mention the pristine beach. One special mention to the chef who assisted us personally and prepared some unforgettable Italian "spaghetti ai frutti di mare"!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Price from
US$1,050
1 night, 2 adults

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated within 100 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

I
Ivana
From
Hungary
Great location, very clean, comfortable rooms, electric kettle, coffee and tea in the room, free drinks in the fridge, delicious breakfast. Nice and helpful staff. Highly recommend 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,416 reviews
Price from
US$83.98
1 night, 2 adults

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 6.4 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel & Spa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and...

P
Paul
From
Malta
perfect for a night rest before heading to the airport
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 reviews
Price from
US$224
1 night, 2 adults

Antonio Garden Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Antonio Garden Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Zanzibar City. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk.

M
Matej
From
Slovenia
nice garden with pool, room also very nice and clean, good location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,558 reviews
Price from
US$124.58
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Delia
From
Bulgaria
The building outside and inside is just magnificient with it's flair from 1001 arabian nights. The interior is decorated with a lot of attention to detail and just wandering the hallways you can discover many arabic-style antiquities. The staff is also very friendly and helpful, the pool is very clean, the breakfast extensive and the location unbeatable especially when you arrive by ferry as it is only a 2min walk from the port.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,803 reviews
Price from
US$87.21
1 night, 2 adults

Tembo House Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

S
Sonya
From
New Zealand
Loved everything. Great location and awesome staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,657 reviews
Price from
US$136.80
1 night, 2 adults

Shaba Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Situated in the heart of Stone Town. It is located just 500 metres from the fruit and fish market of Darajan.

V
Vahed
From
China
Hameed and team are very accommodating and efficient. The facilities were clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviews
Price from
US$74.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the centre of Zanzibar City

  • Stay In Zanzibar On A Budget is located in Zanzibar City, 2.8 km from Stone Town Beach, 2.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum, and 2.6 km from Hamamni Persian Baths.

    From US$100 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Situated within 1.5 km of House of Wonders and 1.4 km of Old Fort of Zanzibar, Safari Lodge features rooms in Zanzibar City.

    From US$47.50 per night
  • AROYA boutique HOTEL is situated in Zanzibar City, within 1.6 km of Old Dispensary and 1.6 km of Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar. This 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

    From US$60 per night
  • Set in Zanzibar City, 1.6 km from Stone Town Beach and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Abnaa Apartment offers a shared lounge and air conditioning.

    From US$114 per night
  • Dhahabu Apartments and Homes is situated in Zanzibar City, 1.1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, 1.1 km from Hamamni Persian Baths, and 1.5 km from House of Wonders.

    From US$85 per night
  • Situated within 1.6 km of Stone Town Beach and 1.1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Lovers Private villa in Mbweni features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    From US$297.50 per night
  • Kimombo apartments is located in Zanzibar City, 1.4 km from Peace Memorial Museum, 1.2 km from Cinema Afrique, as well as 1.3 km from Old Dispensary.

    From US$85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Offering city views, The Luxe Apartment is an accommodation located in Zanzibar City, 1.6 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 1.1 km from Cinema Afrique.

    From US$130 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Zanzibar City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Set in Ngambo, 1.2 km from Stone Town Beach, Island Paradise Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$76.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 3.9 km from Peace Memorial Museum, New Amaan Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Situated in Stone Town, 1.6 km from Stone Town Beach, Maisara Deluxe Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$86.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

    Rumaisa Hotel is located in the Malindi area of Zanzibar City and is a 5-minutes walk from Zanzibar Port. The lodge features a terrace and a restaurant. Free parking is available.

    From US$70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

    Set within 500 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum, The Island Stone Town hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Stone Town.

    From US$55 per night
  • Situated in Zanzibar City, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Darajani Apartment features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    From US$60 per night
  • Located in Zanzibar City in the Zanzibar region, Nakupenda homes features a balcony.

    From US$45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Asmini Palace Hotel is located in Stone Town, just a 10 minutes’ drive from the Zanzibar Airport.

    From US$95 per night

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City and nearby

  • Set in Zanzibar City, 1.7 km from Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Golf Apartment 2 offers air conditioning.

    From US$55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Royal clove apartment has a balcony and is situated in Zanzibar City, within just 700 metres of Peace Memorial Museum and 600 metres of Hamamni Persian Baths.

    From US$80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Zanzibar City, 800 metres from Stone Town Beach, Khalifa Apartment features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    From US$90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Ngambo, 500 metres from Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Mlagala Room and Aparment Zanzibar 3 offers air conditioning.

    From US$77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

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

    From US$74.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.2 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Aurelia Zanzibar features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

    From US$60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.5 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Princess Salme Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    From US$65.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 804 reviews

    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.

    From US$17.34 per night

FAQs about hotels in Zanzibar City

What guests said about Zanzibar City:

  • 6.0

    If you're looking for a beach holiday, I really wouldn't...

    If you're looking for a beach holiday, I really wouldn't recommend Zanzibar, there are better destinations like Seychelles, Mauritius etc. People keep trying to annoy you, they will try to "escort" you and ask you for money, you won't get any lone time on the beach.
    Guest review by
    Suds
    India
  • 10.0

    Zanzibar is a beautiful island.

    Zanzibar is a beautiful island. I have never seen water so blue! We ate at the Rock restaurant which was amazing. We took a Spice tour, tour to Prison Island, Blue Atoll, Salami Cave and to see the Red Columbus monkeys. I would recommend all of the tours. The people are friendly and helpful. There are cats everywhere! Locals seem to take good care of them and put out food for them. There is even a cat cross walk sign.
    Guest review by
    David and Pamela
    United States
  • 8.0

    We did a city tour, and it was informative.

    We did a city tour, and it was informative. The unpaved streets, and all the dust and dirt was a problem with our sinuses. The people was friendly, and we understand they have to be a little pushy in order to make a living.
    Guest review by
    GEORGE
  • 10.0

    Zanzibar is beautiful and a very safe city.

    Zanzibar is beautiful and a very safe city. They have an organized transport system for tourists . I travelled to Nungwi beach and it was really a beautiful place. It was not crowded and the water was very clear and the water sports activities and so many . There are very many eateries all around . I would highly recommend Zanzibar.
    Guest review by
    Hazel
    Kenya
  • 10.0

    Activities are great but most places are teeming with...

    Activities are great but most places are teeming with tourists. It's probably better to be taken for activities privately (price will be about the same anyways). Better to book through existing tour operators because the freelance guides always add extra onto the price. Night Food market is a must but be careful not to be ripped off, they just handed you plates of food & then charged a ridiculous amount afterwards. Cape Town Fish Market is a must for a sunset dinner. Prison Island & Nakupenda was average, they were overrun with people. The Spice Farms & Slave Chambers are a must to understand the passed history & Coral Caves have stunning natural pools to swim in deep underground. The North has Mnemba Island, great for snorkeling. The East is windy & good for Kite Surfing. The South is supposed to be good for deepsea fishing but myself & another group only caught white Snapper, no Game Fish.
    Guest review by
    Roxanne
    South Africa
  • 8.0

    Very busy city, lots of traffic & motor cycles.

    Very busy city, lots of traffic & motor cycles. Communication was slow . Very expensive place . Couldn’t find any malls. Lots of tourists . Very interesting shopping at indoor malls & buying fruit off the street. Lots of negotiations for the USD .
    Guest review by
    Mercy Jacobs
    Zimbabwe

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  • From US$100 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,558 reviews
    Hotel Tembo is great, right on the beach with two pools. We stayed in the associated B&B, a short walk away once you know the route. We were on the top floor in a large studio where we were very comfortable. We had access to the hotel facilities including breakfast with a view.
    Guest review by
    maryannns
    Canada
  • From US$60 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
    Staff was very kind and helpful and the hotel is located at beautiful spot, with great view and very peaceful. We even when down to the small beach strip to swim. There's some rubbish on the beach sadly, but we found a clear spot. Breakfast was also very good.
    Guest review by
    Hanna
    Finland
  • From US$138 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,558 reviews
    Great food, Kindly staff And everythink was clean . In the centre. Very good prices. If you want to stay a few days in Zanzibar city here is no better hotel than this. Really Recomend.
    Guest review by
    Honza
    Czech Republic
  • From US$200 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,657 reviews
    Situated in the best location in Stone Town! Right on the beach, and on the door step of an incredible shopping experience in the streets of town. Charming, beautiful hotel.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    South Africa
  • From US$140 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
    Main part of Hotel location on the beach
    Guest review by
    MM
    United Kingdom