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Reviews of Asmini Palace Hotel 3 stars

Kiponda Street, Stone Town, N/A Zanzibar City, Tanzania

#56 of 73 hotels in Zanzibar City

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 49 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    4.4

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  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    7.0
    The staff were very helpfull especially the two receptionists
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet flash had mo pressure and towells were dull not white old like although i believecthey are washed daily. No Shampoo Telephone not working not easy to contact reception The hot kettle at first they gave us a rusted one untill we complained The fridge was mot workimg when we needed to store something immediately, We found out that the room next to us had all the good items 🥲

    The breakfast had little choice but the staff was v friendly. The bread was so thick i think they make the fough there.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The lift wasn't working and the room didn't have a balcony, although we were expecting one.

    The breakfast was cooked to order. I believe that we were the only guests staying there at the time, though it was low-season. The location is excellent near Forodhani Park.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ladies serving breakfast were wonderful but a wider variety of food would be nice

    Great location and exceptional staff

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    8.0
    good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 11 nights

    na

    everything ok

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    6.0
    Good location, friendly staff. Be careful of hidden charges.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    My family was charged an additional $36 for "Tourist Tax". This is something that was NOT indicated on the Booking.com platform. Nobody was informed about about this charge during check-in.

    Kind and courteous staff, good location, great basic facilities. Close proximity to ferry and nearby Forodhani.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was a bit hard to find and did not show up correctly on both Google and Apple Maps. But we have a local show us the way so it worked out!

    Beautiful building and architecture! The lobby is absolutely gorgeous. The breakfast was on their rooftop and it had a great view. Overall a wonderful place.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    I recommend that they improve their wifi connectivity in the rooms especially if you travel for work.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wifi was poor. We found the bed extremely hard (and I prefer a firm bed). The aircon was working, but got extremely cold and the bathroom was pretty but the water pressure was not great.

    Breakfast was good with a great view. The location was extremely convenient for the ferry. A beautiful building overall and the addition of the lift was a bonus with luggage.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    7.0
    A well situated, traditional hotel, good for a short visit to Stone town
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-Fi and tv not working

    Lovely traditional architecture

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    8.0
    A handsome, traditional hotel close to the historic seafront of Zanzibar Stone Town. Don’t expect mod cons, but very goo
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The roof terrace where breakfast is served could do with a little care as it has seen better days. That said the views from the top are interesting. TV wasn’t working, but this is often the case in Stone Town hotels, and wasn’t a real issue.

    This hotel is situated very close to the sea front, near many of the historical landmarks of Stone Town. It is handsomely fitted out with traditional furniture. The staff are friendly. There was initially a problem with the booking in that we clearly asked for a twin room but were offered a double. Nonetheless, the manager at reception was able to rectify this very quickly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lift was not working and the aircon was inconsistant

    Location in Stonetown, close to the ferry terminal and night market, whilst being away from thee noise as well

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are not enough instructions on how to use the TV.

    Staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    8.0
    Very pleasant.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It had friendly staff, clean and in the middle of Stone Town.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    7.0
    The place was decent but the price was not worth.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Over priced

    Very convenient place

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    7.0
    Nice but the hotel needs TLC!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roof restaurant was not like on the pictures.

    Location was great!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    8.0
    Nice stay in the heart of Stone Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is limited but available

    In the heart of Stone Town. Beautiful old building. Comfortable room. Nice breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2023

    8.0
    Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mosquitoes net were broken, the room smelled dusty

    The staff was very supportive and friendly, they helped us book nice excursions. The breakfast was nice and filling. Recommended

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2022

    8.0
    A very comfortable stay, accessible to the sea front,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Location, spacious bed, excellent rooftop breakfast. Very helpful staff , especially when Air France mislaid our luggage.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The elevator was not working. So we had to go up and down through the stairs for breakfast, room and reception. They should really invest in fixing the elevator.

    The location, very close to the ferry terminal, close to Forhodani Park and Old Fort. The room was very comfortable, clean and just enough for my wife, kid and myself.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    10
    A hidden gem in Stone Town
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a great stay at Asmini Palace. The staff were curious, attentive, and quite helpful. The rooms were large, comfortable and tastefully decorated. This is a hidden gem in Stone Town, I highly recommend it.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2024

    10
    Great stay in Stone Town
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are friendly and the rooms are great. Spacious, clean and great value for money. Breakfast served on the roof was lovely, staff are around 24/7 to assist. It is very centrally located and we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to be.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    10
    Our stay was awesome because they made us comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. I loved it

    They were amazing. Especially the manager, he went out of his way to make us comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    9.0
    The family had a good time , we would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was a bit hidden and different

    Rooms were good

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    5.0
    Fine for a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We could hear all the neighboring rooms and the doors slamming

    The staff were incredibly friendly and made up for a general lack of facilities. They went out of their way to arrange breakfast for us to take with us as we were leaving before the restaurant opened.

    Stayed in August 2024

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