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About this property
Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views. Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. Guests can relax by the swimming pool or on the roof-top terrace. The restaurant serves a variety of local Zanzibari and international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Dhow Palace Hotel is located just 300 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from the House of Wonders. The Ferry Port is 1 km away and Zanzibar Airport is 5 km from the hotel.
Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a stay with kids.
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Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Konstantina
Greece“Convenient location, beautiful and clean common areas and rooms. The breakfast buffet and the options were tasty, and the staff was friendly and helpful.” - Vee
Namibia“The hotel is so tastefully decorated. It’s absolutely beautiful. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing but it is mint clean! Lovely and helpful staff! Great stay overall!” 
Christian
France“Location in the center of Stone Town was perfect, in a real ancient palace. Room of very big size as well as the bathroom. Short but convenient balcony. Big sized bed”- Arantxac
Spain“Great location right in the center of Stone Town. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was tasty with lots of options. Really enjoyed my stay here” - Julie
Australia“The lift to the second floor was wonderful plus all the amenities in our large room #41” 
Steph
United Kingdom“Great location and truly amazing architecture and design it was almost as if you’d been transported back in time.”- Jeanette
Canada“We booked the premium room called Langi Langi. It had a wonderful row of windows with ocean view and a balcony. What came the most pleasantly surprising is the renovated bathroom. It had the European marble look with a shower under the night sky.” - Suhila United Kingdom“Walking distance to the city, beach and shops. Close to the mosque & restaurants. Staff were SO friendly & helpful!”
- Beccie United Kingdom“A great location and well appointed hotel. Friendly staff and the pool was a welcome cool off after a hot day exploring the city.”
- Borowy
Germany“Really nice place, the beach and the old Fort is nearby”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • Indian • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
If you are travelling with children under 11 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
