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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, 296 reviews
Price from
US$483.30
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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 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.

H
Haimin
From
United Kingdom
Idyllic, serene, luxurious island resort with incredibly friendly staff, from the General Manager, Mr. Serrour and our host, Samuela, all the way down; all of whom went above and beyond to make our stay uniquely personal, memorable, enjoyable and relaxing. Some of the most fantastic Sunsets to enjoy as well. This all truly made it a one-of-a-kind stay and one we'll never forget surpassing all our expectations. Great choice of restaurants and food led by the amazing executive chef - Chef Giovanni, who was kind enough to create some incredible dining experiences for us. The Swahili breakfast is a must try. Also a special mention to Ju and William as well. Sad to leave and definitely hope to visit again sooner rather than later - I couldn't recommend a stay here enough! Thank you to all at Bawe - we wish you all the very best going forward!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
US$1,050
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.

E
Eleni
From
0
I liked everything, location, room, bed, bathroom, breakfast, staff !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,335 reviews
Price from
US$86.96
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...

M
Miguel
From
Germany
Very friendly staff, upscale facilities, close to airport
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,044 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.

F
Fouad
From
Israel
The hotel staff helped us plan a boat trip and were very accommodating, even gave us late check out to have time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,968 reviews
Price from
US$100.51
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.

A
Aghadiuno
From
Nigeria
Tembo is such a beautiful hotel with welcoming staff and clean areas. The rooms were huge, well ventilated and had a lot of mirrors because why not? The bathroom was very clean which was relaxing because we had been flying for long and needed a nice bath. The hotel also has a nice proximity to the airport and other places we wanted to visit in stone town and I definitely recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,513 reviews
Price from
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.

J
Johannes
From
South Africa
Breakfast was excellent, the area is amazing. The rooms were just as in the pictures and the staff were very friendly and helpful. If there is a place to stay in stone town with the best value for money this will be it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,812 reviews
Price from
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.

V
Vanessa
From
Canada
Comfortable stay - Overall good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,044 reviews
Price from
US$82.17
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.

C
Christine Reeves
From
Zimbabwe
A Great Location right in the midst of Stone Town. The hotel is beautiful and depicts the history of Stone Town. Would recommend this place any day.
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

27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews
From US$95 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, 1,335 reviews
From US$90.72 per night

Jafferji House

Hotel in Zanzibar City
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
From US$145.80 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, 961 reviews
From US$113.85 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, 291 reviews
From US$139.50 per night

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar City
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
From US$364 per night

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, 685 reviews
From US$108 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, 2,968 reviews
From US$95 per night

Golden Nap hostel

Hotel in Zanzibar City
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
From US$27 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,513 reviews

Budget hotels in Zanzibar City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 99 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$66.50 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$110 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

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

From US$68.50 per night

Set in Zanzibar City in the Zanzibar region, with Stone Town Beach and Peace Memorial Museum nearby, Maisara Apartment 2 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 21 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.

From US$86.78 per night

The Hub Train House Apartments is set in Zanzibar City, less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, a 5-minute walk from Cinema Afrique, and 600 metres from Hamamni Persian Baths.

From US$80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 211 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.

Kay's place Trainhouse apartments is offering accommodation in Zanzibar City. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$55.25 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Zanzibar City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 177 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.

From US$50 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$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

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

From US$110 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 122 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$74.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 358 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 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Located in Zanzibar City, 800 metres from Stone Town Beach, Hello Rafiki GuestHouse - Mkunazini provides accommodation with a terrace, free WiFi, free shuttle service, and a shared kitchen.

From US$20.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Situated in Malindi, Funguni Palace Hotel is 10 minutes' walk away from the city centre and Forodhani Gardens.

From US$40.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

The Swahili House is located in the centre of Stone Town amongst the bustling market, shops and restaurants. The refurbished 5-storey Indian Merchant House is built around a courtyard.

From US$139.50 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Zanzibar City

Boasting garden views, Michenzani Bliss features accommodation with a terrace, around 1.6 km from Stone Town Beach. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a picnic area.

From US$137.50 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$80 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.

From US$50 per night

Situated less than 1 km from Stone Town Beach, Fahmi lodge in Zanzibar City features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Rafiki Apartment offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City. 400 metres from...

From US$24 per night

Offering a shared lounge and city view, Kahawa apartment is situated in Zanzibar City, less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum and a 7-minute walk from Cinema Afrique.

From US$42.50 per night

Situated in Zanzibar City, less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum and a 7-minute walk from Cinema Afrique, Best apartment offers air conditioning.

From US$100 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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Mbweni Ruins & Gardens Previously Jungle Paradise

Zanzibar City
From US$224.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Hotel outside area was nice, restaurant was pretty in evenings (needed more lighting at restaurant). Beach was nice but didn’t look like pictures on Booking.com. Comfy loungers. Large bed and spacious room. Aircon and Wi-Fi worked well. Hotel was close to airport and 10 min drive from stone town. Locals were nice on the beach. The cats were super friendly and looked like they were looked after. Pool was nice. Manager asked us for our opinion on hotel before leaving and listened to our considerations which was nice.
Guest review by
Troy
United Kingdom

Tembo B&B Apartments

Zanzibar City
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,531 reviews
This was our second time staying at Tembo. The hotel is perfectly located. Right on the beach with two pools and a great continental breakfast. Rooms are a good size and ours came with a balcony. We stayed in the annex building this time which was only a few mins walk from the main building. Staff are lovely and they even made sure we had a take away breakfast the morning we left as we had an early flight.
Guest review by
Tom
United Arab Emirates

Spice Palace Hotel

Zanzibar City
From US$190.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,464 reviews
Look no further in Stone Town, Spice Palace is the best, Perfect choice, everything was super fine, easily accessible from either ferry or airport. The hotel is located few meters from Forodhani Park. Great and highly skilled staff, great breakfast at the Hotel with varieties of flesh to baked stuffs you can choose from. I highly recommend this hotel while in Zanzibar city, THE BEST IN STONE TOWN
Guest review by
HILALY YAHYA
Tanzania

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar City
From US$95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,968 reviews
Beautiful and original, colonial style hotel located perfectly on the beach road. Very friendly and accommodating staff. The price was reasonable and well worth As we were leaning for the airport late in the evening we were very pleased we were allowed to stay at the pool and use all hotel facilities even if we had checked out. Will be back.
Guest review by
Torgeir
Netherlands

Tembo House Hotel

Zanzibar City
From US$200 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,513 reviews
Great location in Stone Town., just on the beach.
Guest review by
Lucretia
Romania

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