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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (932 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Zanzibar beachfront colonial retreat with three pools and seaside dining awaits.
$96 nightly
The price is $121
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo House Hotel
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Tembo B&B Apartments
Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachside retreat with 3 pools, rooftop terrace, and children's area.
$63 nightly
The price is $83
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo B&B Apartments
2 outdoor pools
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Zanzibar airport escape with two outdoor pools and full-service spa treatments.
$128 nightly
The price is $157
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
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The Manor House by Sansi
The Manor House by Sansi
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay close to the airport with quick city access and cozy garden setting.
The Manor House by Sansi
On the beach
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Discover African luxury by the beach with 6 gourmet restaurants and spa services.
$144 nightly
The price is $175
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Rooftop terrace
Maru Maru Hotel
Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Coastal getaway with rooftop terrace views and relaxing spa services in Zanzibar Town.
$118 nightly
The price is $143
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Maru Maru Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Dhow Palace Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (350 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax at this historic Zanzibar hotel with an inviting pool and 24-hour shuttle.
Dhow Palace Hotel
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64 ZENJ HOUSE
64 ZENJ HOUSE
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
  • cleanliness
    Serene waterside retreat just minutes from Zanzibar airport with free shuttle service.
$78 nightly
The price is $90
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
64 ZENJ HOUSE
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Spice Palace Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (143 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Elegant hotel near Zanzibar's historic Stone Town with refreshing outdoor pool.
Spice Palace Hotel
Free WiFi
Lost & Found Zanzibar
Lost & Found Zanzibar
2.0 star property
Stone Town
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
$25 nightly
The price is $36
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
Lost & Found Zanzibar
Outdoor pool
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
6.4 out of 10, (123 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Head to picturesque beachfront hotel steps from Zanzibar Airport and local sites.
$78 nightly
The price is $97
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Comfort Double Room, City View | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Rafiki Apartment Hotel
Rafiki Apartment Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stylish retreat minutes from Darajani Market with free daily breakfast.
$14 nightly
The price is $24
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
Rafiki Apartment Hotel
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; international cuisine, beach views
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (177 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachfront Mediterranean escape with a fitness center and rooftop terrace.
$83 nightly
The price is $103
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Basic Double Room | In-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Shaba Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Charming boutique hotel near historic markets with complimentary breakfast.
$116 nightly
The price is $144
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (269 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Perfect beach retreat with pool, spa, and Stone Town proximity.
$374 nightly
The price is $440
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Terrace/patio
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (220 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Retreat to a Stone Town rooftop terrace with spa treatments and city views.
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Emerson Spice Hotel
Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience the mystique of Stone Town at this spice-inspired, historic hideaway.
Emerson Spice Hotel
Honeymoon Suite | View from room
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (242 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachfront luxury with direct ocean access and poolside oasis in Zanzibar Town.
$295 nightly
The price is $351
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Total with taxes and fees
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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Retro
Retro
3.0 star property
Stone Town
5.2 out of 10, (9 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Charming Zanzibar Town B&B close to top attractions with snorkeling nearby.
Retro
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (156 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax on pristine sands with ocean views from the waterfront terrace and gardens.
$130 nightly
The price is $159
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
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2 outdoor pools
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110 reviews)
$125 nightly
The price is $308
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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
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2 outdoor pools
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110 reviews)
$125 nightly
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The Manor House by Sansi

The Manor House by Sansi

The Manor House by Sansi
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
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$50 nightly
The price is $65
Total with taxes and fees
The Manor House by Sansi

Check out hotels with an ocean view in Zanzibar Town

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (932)
$96 nightly
The price is $121
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo House Hotel
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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (932)
$96 nightly
The price is $121
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo House Hotel
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (269)
$374 nightly
The price is $440
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
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When is the best time to visit Zanzibar Town?

Our prices for hotels in Zanzibar Town are cheapest in March
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Top neighborhoods in Zanzibar Town

Old Fort

Stone Town

Zanzibar Town's cultural Stone Town neighborhood is loved for its restaurants and concert halls, and visitors often enjoy its varied attractions including Slave Market and House of Wonders.

Top landmarks in Zanzibar Town

Forodhani Gardens

Forodhani Gardens

4.1/5 (183 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Forodhani Gardens in Stone Town. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Chapwani Island and Prison Island, both nearby.
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Jaws corner is a place where the locals gather to discuss politics and other things or just drink a cup of coffee. This corner is located somewhere in the maze like streets of Stone Town, on Zanzibar. It is a pleasure getting lost in all the tiny alleys while talking to some locals and looking at all the amazing doors and buildings. #zanzibar #tanzania #streetart
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Shangani Beach

4.2/5 (81 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Shangani Beach, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Zanzibar Town. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Nakupenda Beach.
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Learn more about Zanzibar Town

Admired for its rich culture and live music, Zanzibar Town features attractions such as Slave Market and Old Fort. Visitors to this historical city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include Forodhani Gardens and Shangani Beach.

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Forodhani Gardens

Check out reviews of Zanzibar Town hotels guests love

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"My room was a work of art with unique furnishings and exquisite detail"
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Zanzibar Town?
You can find top hotels in Zanzibar Town from $24 with options to suit your budget and needs. Shoki Shoki Guest House and Ten to Ten Stone Town - Hostel are a couple of low-cost options that are popular with our travelers. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in Zanzibar Town that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.
How can I find deals and earn rewards at Zanzibar Town hotels?
Discover great deals on Zanzibar Town hotel stays with Hotels.com. Take a look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as to find those off-peak deals. If you're up for a spontaneous trip, don't forget to check out our last-minute deals on Zanzibar Town hotels.
Can I book Zanzibar Town hotels with free cancellation?
It's easy to book a refundable Zanzibar Town hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Zanzibar Town?
Some of the most popular luxury hotels in Zanzibar Town are Park Hyatt Zanzibar, Zanzibar Serena Hotel, and Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa. Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a luxury hotel with a high guest rating amongst our travelers, and it offers an outdoor pool and a full-service spa, plus 24-hour room service in the guestrooms. Zanzibar Serena Hotel and Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa are also popular luxury stays in great Zanzibar Town locations.
What are some of the best Zanzibar Town beach hotels?
For a beach vacation in Zanzibar Town, Shangani Beach is a top place to visit. Stay at a top-rated Zanzibar Town beach hotel and make the most of your vacation. Check out Park Hyatt Zanzibar in Stone Town if you're after a hotel that's near the water. With a beachfront setting plus an outdoor pool and a full-service spa, our travelers rate it highly at 9.4 out of 10. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is another great choice for a relaxing beach vacation in Stone Town. Located on the beach, this hotel has an outdoor pool and a children's pool along with a variety of other amenities to enjoy, and our travelers rate it 9. If you're venturing to Stone Town, Maru Maru Hotel is another ideal choice. Travelers love the outdoor pool and ocean-view restaurant, and it has a guest rating of 8.8.
What are some of the best hotels in Zanzibar Town for couples?
Stay at a top-rated Zanzibar Town romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Park Hyatt Zanzibar, a hotel in Stone Town with a beach and an ocean-view restaurant. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is Zanzibar Serena Hotel. This hotel can be found in Stone Town with in-room champagne service and in-room massages for a perfect stay. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Zanzibar Town for couples on Hotels.com.
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Zanzibar Town?
Some of the most well reviewed Zanzibar Town hotels for kids include Zanzibar Serena Hotel, Maru Maru Hotel, and Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a kid-friendly hotel in Stone Town with a guest score of 9 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like a beach, an outdoor pool, and an arcade/game room. Check out Maru Maru Hotel in Stone Town with a guest score of 8.8. This popular hotel has an outdoor pool and children's meals, as well as children's dinnerware in the guestrooms. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is another good option in Stone Town with an indoor pool, children's meals, and a coffee shop/cafe. Discover more kid-friendly hotels in Zanzibar Town by using the Hotels.com "Family friendly" filter in your search.
What are the top Zanzibar Town hotels with a pool?
For some added luxury, discover the best Zanzibar Town hotels with a pool. Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a great hotel in Stone Town with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its beach and full-service spa. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a popular hotel in Stone Town that features an outdoor pool and a children's pool along with a beach and a full-service spa. To find more stays in Zanzibar Town with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".
What are some of the best Zanzibar Town hotels with free parking?
If you're arriving by car, choosing a great Zanzibar Town hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Zanzibar Town?
If you're looking for hotels in central Zanzibar Town, check out Tembo House Hotel and Bellissimo Boutique Hotel. Travelers love Tembo House Hotel for its location, as well as the beach, 3 outdoor pools and children's pool this hotel offers. Bellissimo Boutique Hotel is another popular central hotel with a restaurant, free supervised activities for children and a bar/lounge. Stone Town is a central neighborhood for your Zanzibar Town vacation.
Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Zanzibar Town?
Park your car for free at these properties: Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town and Maru Maru Hotel. You can browse all 16 choices on our site.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Zanzibar Town?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Zanzibar Town, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

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