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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.

M
Mona
From
United Arab Emirates
Staff were incredibly warm and helpful and went above and beyond to make our honeymoon special. We were surprised they had decorated the room and even left some beautiful (full size) skin care products as a gift. The room decor is also very thoughtful and functional. The hotel design is lovely too. You feel like you’re in the centre of the action too so its a great place to explore Stonetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 280 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.

L
Laure
From
Libya
The whole experience was fantastic. The room.- Arabica was gorgeous. The staff were so friendly and knowledgable. Breakfast on the rooftop is not to be missed. I only stayed one night but I will be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews
Price from
US$124
1 night, 2 adults

Golden Nap hostel

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Golden Nap hostel is located in Zanzibar City, within 700 metres of Cinema Afrique and 400 metres of Old Dispensary.

D
Delphine
From
Belgium
My stay at Golden Nap hostel was perfect. It exceeded all my previous hostel experiences The room is spacious and clean. Newly renovated and decorated with all comfort. Golden Nap is located right in the center of beautiful Stone Town, close to all tourist attractions and in the middle of the cosy and historical little streets of the city, which instantly gives a local vibe The hostel is locally owned - which is a plus! Hosts are very friendly and easy to communicate with Super recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$29
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 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.

A
Alexander
From
Belgium
Incredible venue, great food, wonderful staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 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.

K
Kateryna Dz
From
Tanzania
This is the second time we have stayed at this hostel. Everything is great, interior, comfortable, great breakfast, good staff. At night we urgently needed to go to the hospital, the manager very quickly helped us with a taxi. We had an early departure, they prepared a takeaway breakfast for us, thank you very much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
Price from
US$58.79
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...

L
LAURA
From
Colombia
Very conveniently located, close to the airport, nice building, comfortable rooms, kind staff, restaurant kindly attending until late
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews
Price from
US$192
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.

B
Beulah
From
Kenya
Mizingani Seafront is pure magic! The authentic Swahili vibe, the stunning views of the beach, ships docking, and boats—it’s beyond words. And the location? Perfect! Everything in Stone Town is just a stroll away. (Whatever you do, do not miss going to the fish market at night) But the best part? I casually mentioned it was my birthday, and they surprised me with a cake and the sweetest staff singing “Happy Birthday” as soon as I walked into my room. (All this was on the house) It was such a beautiful moment! So much love from strangers - I teared up. Really touched my heart. Thank you for making my stay unforgettable, Mizingani Seafront! ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,897 reviews
Price from
US$213.75
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.

F
Fredrik
From
Sweden
Good hotel centrally. Nice pool on first floor. Well varied breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,603 reviews
Price from
US$122.55
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.

R
Renata
From
Netherlands
A very nice old town house with excellent staf and great breakfast.
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 with airport shuttles in Zanzibar City

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 869 reviews
From US$85.50 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,950 reviews
From US$150 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
From US$85.68 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews
From US$145.80 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
From US$106.95 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
From US$414 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 690 reviews
From US$94.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,897 reviews
From US$150 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
From US$30 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
From US$114 per night

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Best hotels with breakfast in Zanzibar City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 96 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$61.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 103 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 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 212 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

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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

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

From US$95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 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$62.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviews

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

From US$176.32 per night

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

Located in Zanzibar City, Greenlight Luxury Villas provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$100 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

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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Set in Zanzibar City, 1.5 km from Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Al-mendhiry Apartment offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Michenzani Flat is located in Zanzibar City.

From US$59.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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.

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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$70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 352 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, 198 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

Malkiya house, a property with a terrace and a shared lounge, is set in Zanzibar City, 700 metres from Stone Town Beach, 600 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, as well as 200 metres from Hamamni...

From US$102 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Stonetown View Hotel offers accommodation in Malindi, Stone Town.

From US$27 per night

Gs Villa Zanzibar is set in Zanzibar City, 800 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, 200 metres from Hamamni Persian Baths, as well as 800 metres from Cinema Afrique.

From US$102 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel is situated in Zanzibar City, 700 metres from House of Wonders and 500 metres from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

From US$58.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel offers accommodation in Zanzibar City, 3 km from Stonetown. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From US$80 per night

FAQs about hotels in Zanzibar City

What guests said about Zanzibar City:

8.0

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at...

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at Stone Town, you feel perfectly safe, everybody is friendly, nobody is harassing you. Typically enjoyed walking through the narrow streets of Stone Town, sniffing up all kinds of scents.
Guest review by
Pieter
United Arab Emirates
10

Zanzibar is an amazing destination with beautiful beaches,...

Zanzibar is an amazing destination with beautiful beaches, friendly people, and a rich culture. Stone Town is full of history and character, and the spice farms, sandbanks, and snorkeling trips make the experience unforgettable. The food is delicious, especially the seafood, and the atmosphere is so relaxing. I highly recommend visiting Zanzibar for anyone looking for a mix of adventure and relaxation.
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

I really enjoyed visiting Stone Town and the spice farms.

I really enjoyed visiting Stone Town and the spice farms. I mostly ate at my hotel, and at night I went to Forodhani, where the seafood was amazing. Although most of my time was spent in meetings, I managed to take a few walks, and I found it quite easy to get around using taxis or simply walking through the main areas. For anyone staying near town, great activities in Zanzibar include exploring Stone Town, taking a spice tour, relaxing at the beach, and joining a group boat trip
Guest review by
Said
Tanzania
10

Wonderful city.

Wonderful city. Recommend Stone Town for first time visitors. Vibrant with tightly-packed activity: people selling tourist items from small shops. Negotiate for everything. Loved the food/vibes at Secret Garden restaurant. Prepare to wake at dawn, the first of 5 daily calls to prayer from mosques. Stone Town is not clean. Garbage and feral cats are everywhere (sadly they contribute to the decimation of birds which is why you really only see the House Crow anywhere on the island.) Definitely visit the Slave Museum, $5, and Prison Island (recommend a tour as you need a small boat to get there.) As a solo woman traveling, I recommend a good sense of humor and talk to people- they’re friendly and helpful but shop owners can be assertive. I hired a guide for 3 days. Best decision! About $300 all in. Walk to Forodhani Beach at sunset-lovely. A great adventure. Visit Prison Island and the slave museum.
Guest review by
karen
United States
8.0

It’s great, wonderful shopping and cool spots to visit.

It’s great, wonderful shopping and cool spots to visit. However, the pressure from the Taxi drivers as well as the Beach boys is pretty annoying and intimidating. You just have to develop your methods of saying no politely, but they are very persistent. They will try and drag you into a conversation in the hopes that they can get you to buy something and it’s really exhausting. They’ll ask you where you’re from what is your name, where you going where your staying… questions that no reasonable single woman would ever answer to a man in a foreign country …Most kind and polite people have a hard time ignoring that…. And I guess that’s the point of why they ask you those question. Nonetheless it’s my least favourite part of visiting here . It gets really old after a while. In many cases, they will follow you and continue to try to talk to you when you’ve said no like five times. I had to in many cases tell them to stop following me. It’s a bit intimidating as a single woman traveller…you think they’d know better than that but I do get it …they’re all just scrambling to make a buck. All that said, take a dalla dalla from Darjani market(or all over the island for that matter) #505 airport …a great local experience. 500 shillings(20 cents) to get from the airport to Stone Town in 15 mins…super easy. The taxis charge 25-30USD!
Guest review by
Meaghan
Canada
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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,540 reviews
The tembo b&b apartments was atmospheric blend of historic elegance and historic comforts, with many guests reveling in the hotel's prime location that simplifies sightseeing in Zanzibar . near the ocean front hotel with wonderful views, a roof terrace and a lush back garden. All amenities at disposal. Spacious common room. come and stay, enjoy the charm of the Tembo House Hotel here in Zanzibar town and right on the beach. It's paradise in heaven!
Guest review by
BILAN
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
1) its in stone town,walking distance to all touristy places in zanzibar city 2) they have a pretty clean aprrment with all appliances in kitchen in proper working condition where you can even cook without any hassle. 3)great host and staff 4) normally there are many apartments in stone town but you get lost in the lanes,this one is right next to port and all places accessible easily without having to wonder around the small stonetown lanes.
Guest review by
hussain
India
From US$150 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,897 reviews
The location is excelent, in front of the see and close to historical area and markets/shops. The staff is very friendly. There is a nice roof top to see the sunset. Although the beach in front of the hotel is not very good to swim the hotel has a nice pool. The tour in Stone Town and Prison Island/Nakupenda that the hotel organized were very good.
Guest review by
Bruno
Germany
From US$200 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,603 reviews
Great location away from the hussle and bussle and on the beach Great pools Very big rooms Non alcoholic hotel
Guest review by
Lyndsey
United Kingdom
From US$414 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Hotel is right on the beach, room has a great view. Very quick to get into the main area
Guest review by
Jan
United Kingdom