The 10 best hotels & places to stay in Zanzibar City, Tanzania

Zanzibar City – 204 hotels and places to stay

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

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.

Nezrin1996

From

Turkey

Excellent food with excellent stuff. The hotel gives you more than they promise. Friendly stuff always helping and guiding. The breakfast was best in my life. Greetings to the chef Lance Louise who is amazing person and talented. Also I would like to thank the owner and Amir who made our stay better than it was. The rooms are clean and well-designed. The hotel design is mesmerizing.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

Price from

US$429.60

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.

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 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Price from

US$225

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.

Geisla

From

Portugal

This is, without a doubt, the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm hospitality that instantly made me feel at home. The attention to detail throughout my stay was extraordinary, turning this trip into an unforgettable experience. A special mention to the welcome drinks personally offered by the management—a thoughtful gesture that set the tone for the exceptional service to come. I was assigned a dedicated butler, and I can’t praise him enough. He went above and beyond in every way, ensuring I was always comfortable and had everything I needed. Truly outstanding service! The room was absolute perfection—elegant, spacious, immaculately clean, and tastefully designed to blend luxury with local charm. Every element, from the linens to the lighting, felt curated for a flawless experience. The surroundings are some of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen—nature at its most breathtaking. And when night fell, the African sky came alive. There’s something magical about it that made me feel deeply connected and completely at peace—like being home in the most unexpected way. Honestly, this hotel deserves 7 stars, not just 5. Every part of my stay was exceptional: - World-class service - Personalized attention - Luxurious and comfortable rooms - Stunning natural beauty I will definitely be coming back. This isn’t just a hotel—it’s an experience I’ll never forget.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Price from

US$970.20

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.

Filipe

From

Portugal

Best breakfast in Zanzibar, with 3 main options but adaptable to your desires. Super nice staff. Water whenever, you’ll find a bottle to reuse/refill in the bedroom. Super close to the central Stone Town, beaches, best restaurants and cafes, atm just around the corner, small businesses and main stores. Cosy hotel, with only 14 bedrooms, you feel like part of a small community. Fan and A/C in the room was a plus. Spacious rooms! And a welcome cake and juice on arrival, was perfect.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,332 reviews

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US$76.95

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...

Tudor

From

Romania

A very good hotel when flying into or out of Zanzibar. We spent 2 nights here: one when we arrived on the island and one when we left. Among the positive aspects, I would enumerate: the very small distance to the airport (3 mins), room service open 24h, modern rooms, good breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,035 reviews

Price from

US$196

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.

Tiberiu

From

Romania

Our flight arrived very early in the morning, so we were already at the hotel at 6 o'clock in the morning. Initially they told us that we would have the room ready around 7 o'clock and that we could stay at the pool until then. They came back in about 10-15 minutes and informed us that they would give us another room with an ocean view, so we got a free room upgrade. The very nice room, on the first floor, with a huge balcony on which there were 2 armchairs and a bed, the view of the harbor is extraordinarily beautiful. Too bad I only stayed there one night.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,008 reviews

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US$109.25

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.

sandy

From

Australia

Fantastic location, great facilities and staff.....right on the beach with better pools than the Hyatt and close enough to the hustle bustle of amazing stone town streets Staff were genuine, friendly and relaxed

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,473 reviews

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US$122.55

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.

שלה

From

Georgia

Charming small hotel, where you can relax and feel at home from the first moment. The team of the hotel is so kind and welcoming. Breakfast is lovely too. The rooms has everything you need and they are decorated beautifully.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,811 reviews

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US$74.59

1 night, 2 adults

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Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique

Hotel in Zanzibar City

- The modern, air-conditioned rooms all come with 42 inch smart TV,mini-fridge and safety deposit box. Each en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Ida

From

Sweden

The staff is very welcoming and the hotel is in a perfect location. Outdoor pool was great and so is the breakfast at rooftop restaurant. Overall highly recommended

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,057 reviews

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US$78.85

1 night, 2 adults

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Dhow Palace Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

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.

Vladimíra Harvalíková

From

Czech Republic

Great location - close to everything! Great breakfast. Really oasis in the middle of rush town. :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,933 reviews

Price from

US$103.50

1 night, 2 adults

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Hotels with airport shuttles in Zanzibar City

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27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews

From US$99.50 per night

Dhow Palace Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,933 reviews

From US$126 per night

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,332 reviews

Jafferji House

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4

Very good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

From US$181.80 per night

Maru Maru Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews

From US$326.03 per night

The Swahili House

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

From US$139.50 per night

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews

Emerald Palm Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews

From US$85.50 per night

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,008 reviews

From US$120 per night

Golden Nap hostel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

From US$40 per night