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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.

E
Eva
From
Sweden
The rooms are stunning- spacious and beautiful design. The bed was very comfortable too. The bathtub in the room was a very nice touch. The staff were amazing, always polite and friendly. The restaurant could also accommodate my gluten-free diet for breakfast. This was one of our best hotel experiences ever.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
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£365.07
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

c
clarisse diniz
From
Brazil
Best hotel ever! Great location, great staff, Noreen was so helpful and sweet! Great food and breakfest. The macchiato room was so cozy. The hotel is beautiful. My honeymoon was incredible!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 685 reviews
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£94.73
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
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£166.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
£791.86
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Indrė
From
Lithuania
The most spectacular place I have stayed at during my visit to Zanzibar. Did not realise the room did not have it's private bathroom upon booking, but that was not a problem at all, since this hotel is so convenient, clean and well kept. Local soap bars that were gifted to us was such a pleasant surprise, as well as delicious welcome drinks, incredible breakfast. Could not recommend this place enough, how pleased we were with everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,443 reviews
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£92.32
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Przemyslaw
From
Poland
The place is new, sparking clean, with a really good on-site restaurant and great customer service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews
Price from
£173.17
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

F
Florian
From
Austria
very nice staff, charles at the bar was very helpful and we had a lot of fun!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,602 reviews
Price from
£90.74
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Pooja
From
Mauritius
The warm welcome by the team, quick room service, from the people coming to offer the service and the food being delivered. The location is incredible and I loved the view of the ocean. Perfect place in Stone Town!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,713 reviews
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£71.94
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

Z
Zuher
From
Canada
Overall, the location, staff and well maintained facility made my trip memorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,713 reviews
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£108.64
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Shirley Margaret
From
Australia
Central. Quirky. Historical. Loved it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,830 reviews
Price from
£62.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in Zanzibar City and nearby

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 77 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in Ngambo, 1.4 km from Peace Memorial Museum and less than 1 km from Cinema Afrique, Mlandege Town house offers air conditioning.

Hotels located in the centre of Zanzibar City

  • 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.

  • 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, 1.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum and less than 1 km from Cinema Afrique.

  • Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Ayaa The Sultans Villa is set in Zanzibar City.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Ayaa Luxury Apartment 4th Floor Zanzibar is set in Zanzibar City. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, less than 1 km from Stone Town Beach and 1.8 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Room 5-min to Stone town provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Offering city views, Home 5-min to stone town is an accommodation located in Zanzibar City, 1.8 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 700 metres from Cinema Afrique.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in Zanzibar City, 2.4 km from Stone Town Beach and 1.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Beach View Kilimani Apartment offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Zanzibar City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 166 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.

  • Located in Zanzibar City in the Zanzibar region, Nakupenda homes features a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,830 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 331 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.

FAQs about hotels in Zanzibar City

What guests said about Zanzibar City:

  • 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
  • 10.0

    Zanzibar is an amazing destination.

    Zanzibar is an amazing destination. Don't just go to the beaches also visit the villages and learn the culture. Try Sea Walk and Quad Bike is a must. Don't leave Zanzibar without going to Mnemba Island for Dolohines best sighting. In stone town don't miss Stone Town Cafe for their Hearty Beef Burger they call it Sandwitch. At night just stick to Forodhani for all kinds of food.
    Guest review by
    Sameer
    Kenya
  • 10.0

    Old town is amazing.

    Old town is amazing. Walking around the lanes and back roads showed the real character of the place - particularly when you get outside of the "tourist" hub. No need for tour guides - just grab a map and explore. Also visit the fish market for a real look into the day to day life of the locals and fishermen.
    Guest review by
    Gregory
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Stone Town in Zanzibar is the place to stay, for about three...

    Stone Town in Zanzibar is the place to stay, for about three days. Enjoy the excellent beaches by staying at one or more, dividing your time between northern & southern beaches. preferable to hire a car for this purpose, as large distances & some activities like dolphin watching best from 6 to 7 AM, less crowd & more dolphins. each beach has something special, like Page beach for Kite Boarding. plenty of sea based activities. sothern beaches less crowded
    Guest review by
    pekakuli itty
    India
  • 6.0

    The city and the infrastructure needs more improvements.

    The city and the infrastructure needs more improvements. For someone who has no much access to white sand beaches this island can offer something. Freddy Mercury's museum was the biggest highlight to me personally.
    Guest review by
    AIR@EK
    United Arab Emirates

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  • Mizingani Seafront Hotel

    Zanzibar City
    From £74.01 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,713 reviews
    Nice hotel right on the beach and next to the port. Great location with everything in easy walking distance from the hotel. Our room was spacious and clean with a huge ornate bathroom. Beds were big and comfortable. TV, Fridge and a Kettle in the room with some tea and coffee provided. Breakfast was ok. The pool was nice with plenty of shaded areas and a great way to cool off after walking around the back streets of Stone Town.
    Guest review by
    Mark
    United Kingdom

  • Park Hyatt Zanzibar

    Zanzibar City
    From £451.43 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
    The location is amazing, right on the beach, so great for people-watching. The hotel is big, but not too big so it feels very cozy! The staff were incredibly nice, everyone from the concierge to the room service, to the guards, to the waiters - everyone! The pool is lovely, but my absolute favorite was the 200-year-old mango tree. If you don't stay here, at least come for drinks and a look at this beautiful tree!
    Guest review by
    Fríða
    Iceland

  • Tembo House Hotel

    Zanzibar City
    From £148.01 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,713 reviews
    Beautiful hotel in a stylish expansion of a historic stone town building, just on the beach. Our room was a junior suite, not very big and a bit bare in its design, but with nicely chosen furniture, stained glass and a big beautiful balcony on the beach and sea. Everyone was nice and accommodating. It seemed renovated and clean. Staff helped us with the luggage and booked airport transfer for us.
    Guest review by
    Alon
    Switzerland

  • Tembo B&B Apartments

    Zanzibar City
    From £96.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,574 reviews
    Great location if you stay at the Hotel. It's right on the beach and in the hub of Stonetown. Staff were super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was included and it was fabulous!!
    Guest review by
    Annabel
    Canada

  • Antonio Garden Hotel

    Zanzibar City
    From £120.51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,602 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

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