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A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.
Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.
A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

1. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Stanley
฿2,185
฿2,782 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Spice Palace Hotel
A beachside resort with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a view of the turquoise sea.
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a tree.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a thatched-roof building with umbrellas.
A beachside resort with thatched-roof structures, wooden walkways, and outdoor seating areas.

2. Amaan Beach Bungalows

Amaan Beach Bungalows
Nungwi
Canada
AQEEL Nizarhussein
฿2,846
฿3,570 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Amaan Beach Bungalows
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.
A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

3. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town
United States
MOMO
฿2,657
฿3,594 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
A dining area with a view of the ocean, featuring a buffet table with fruits and bread, and purple chairs.
A beach with two lounge chairs under a striped umbrella, overlooking the ocean.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Christina Katende
฿2,519
฿3,166 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
A tropical resort with thatched-roof cottages, a beach, and a clear view of the turquoise sea.
A tropical resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a view of the turquoise sea.
A sunset view from an outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, overlooking the ocean.
A wooden chair under a pergola with a view of the ocean.

5. Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi

Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
Michamvi
United Kingdom
Victoria
฿2,799
฿3,516 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
A stone pathway leading through a lush garden with tropical plants and thatched-roof structures.
A two-story building with a red door, a balcony, and a thatched roof.
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Two people walking on a beach at sunset.

6. Oasis Nungwi

Oasis Nungwi
Nungwi
Sweden
Maria
฿3,026
฿3,775 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Oasis Nungwi
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.
A bed with a canopy, patterned bedspread, two pillows, bedside tables, and a view of greenery through a window.
A modern building with multiple balconies, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.
A table set for dining with a view of a beach and ocean.

7. Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort

Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort
Kendwa
United States
Nitin
฿5,078
฿6,108 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort
A resort with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and a dock with boats.
A beachfront resort with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a bar.
A wooden deck with white lounge chairs and blue cushions, overlooking turquoise waters with boats.
A wooden bar area with a view of the ocean, featuring a bar counter, stools, and tables.

8. Zenobia Beach Resort

Zenobia Beach Resort
Nungwi
United States
David
Zenobia Beach Resort
A pool area with palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
A traditional building with multiple thatched roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling and a thatched roof, featuring comfortable seating areas and a sign for Zanzibar Beach Resort.

9. Zanzibar Beach Resort

Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Amon Mutale
฿2,557
฿3,210 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Zanzibar Beach Resort
A beachside seating area with thatched umbrellas, wooden furniture, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden headboard, and a small bedside table.
A tropical setting with a beach view, a thatched roof structure, and a variety of fruits and flowers.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and wooden door.

10. Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa

Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa
United States
Patricia
฿534
฿1,172 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof building.
A wooden deck with tables and chairs facing a beach.
A thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

11. Maisha Nungwi

Maisha Nungwi
Nungwi
Canada
joseph
฿3,130
฿3,631 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Maisha Nungwi
An aerial view of a coastal resort with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and several boats.
A breakfast table with fruits, a pineapple, and two glasses of orange juice in a hotel room.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a unique hanging chair.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a glass table, and a view of a building with balconies and palm trees.

12. Canary Golden Hotel

Canary Golden Hotel
Nungwi
United Kingdom
Jumanne
฿1,729
฿2,275 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Canary Golden Hotel
A beach with two boats anchored near the shore.
A four-poster bed with a canopy, white linens, and a beige throw blanket.
A stone archway with a metal gate leading to a grassy area.
A wooden chair with a woven seat and backrest, and a small wooden table with a round top.

13. Princess Salme Inn

Princess Salme Inn
Stone Town
United States
Nywinywi
฿922
฿1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Princess Salme Inn
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a dock by the sea.
A breakfast table with plates of food, a pitcher, cups, and glasses of orange juice, overlooking a beach.
A resort with a swimming pool, thatched-roof buildings, and a beach.
A tropical resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a view of the ocean.

14. Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine Lodge
Matemwe
Canada
Catherine
฿4,499
฿5,443 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sunshine Marine Lodge
A beachside restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.
A spa sign with the word "SPA" and a decorative tree branch.
A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging lights, and a wall decorated with paper strips.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden table, and a hanging chair.

15. Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Kendwa
United Kingdom
ALLAN
฿5,693
฿6,816 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.
A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

16. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Julie
฿3,617
฿4,429 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.
A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

17. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town
United States
duane
฿3,946
฿4,807 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Elephantohotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A sailboat on a calm sea with clear skies.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted logo, and a seating area with cushions.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a beach, a bed with a canopy, and two chairs facing the window.

18. S&S Hotel

S&S Hotel
Jambiani
United States
Abigail
฿2,160
฿2,774 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
S&S Hotel
A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
A narrow corridor with a wooden door, a white wall, and a metal gate.
A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

19. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town
United States
Phillip
฿1,857
฿3,472 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.
A wooden deck with a thatched-roof gazebo, a cushioned seating area with a book shelf, and a view of the sea and palm trees.
A beach with clear water, a thatched-roof structure, and a pier extending into the sea.
A resort with multiple buildings, a large swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

20. Zanzibar Bay Resort

Zanzibar Bay Resort
Marumbi
United States
Martin
฿4,485
฿6,334 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Zanzibar Bay Resort
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Zanzibar?
There is a range of 3-star hotels in and around Zanzibar. Our guests recommend staying at Dreams Hotel Zanzibar in Zanzibar Town. It comes with a terrace and a rooftop terrace, and is roughly 0.32 kilometres north of downtown. Island Paradise Apartment is another popular choice. Around 0.48 kilometres north of the centre of Zanzibar Town, it offers a terrace and blackout curtains.
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Relaxation is effortless in 3-star hotels in Zanzibar. Besides comfortable surroundings, these cost-effective stays come with a wealth of amenities like free WiFi, tea or coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier experience with superior features such as an on-site spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and bigger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel type or how much you want to spend, we have what you're searching for.