The Best Hotels Closest to Christ Church Cathedral in Zanzibar Town - 2026 Updated Prices

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A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants.

A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions.

A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall.

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Iris

฿3,534

฿4,064 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.

2. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Julie

฿3,607

฿4,416 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

3. Elephantohotel

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Christ Church Cathedral

duane

฿3,934

฿4,793 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.

A beach scene with a couple walking hand in hand, boats in the water, and people in the background.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

4. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Alexander

฿9,861

฿11,670 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Greig

฿2,180

฿2,844 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.

A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

6. Habari House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Marcus

฿2,753

฿3,431 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

7. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.7 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Possenta C

฿11,436

฿13,555 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

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.

8. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral

MOMO

฿2,659

฿3,596 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.

A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.

9. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral

catherine

฿2,786

฿5,215 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.

10. Hanaia House

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Abdulmunim

฿1,974

฿2,270 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.

A narrow street with a boutique hotel named Shaba Boutique Hotel. There are wooden chairs and tables outside the hotel, and a potted plant is visible.

11. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Melanie

฿1,768

฿2,369 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

12. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Joseph

฿2,527

฿3,242 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.

A cozy room with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a traditional rug.

A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

13. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Victoria

฿5,265

฿6,323 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Gianfranco

฿4,838

฿5,899 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".

A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.

A narrow corridor with a wooden door, a white wall, and a metal gate.

15. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Phillip

฿1,745

฿2,276 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

16. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral

EMMANUEL

฿3,909

฿4,495 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.

A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.

A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.

17. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Greig

฿4,826

฿5,886 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.

18. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.7 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Antonio

฿10,072

฿11,918 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.

A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.

A home office with a desk, computer, and various decorative items on shelves.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Arjun

฿5,923

฿7,080 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.

20. Spice Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral

Stanley

฿2,512

฿3,158 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Christ Church Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Zanzibar Coffee House	9.6 Exceptional 113 reviews	View
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 126 reviews	View
Elephantohotel	9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Mizingani Seafront Hotel	8.8 Excellent 440 reviews	View

Top Christ Church Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Tembo B&B Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Air conditioning work great and the hotel is in a great location"

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! We enjoyed our stay at Tembo House Hotel. The staff is very agreeable and the hotel has great amenities. It was also very easy to book activities through the hotel. Highly recommended!"

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very nice property and good location but no air conditioning in our room. Very hot and stuffy. Otherwise good."

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at the Mizingani Seafront. Extremely helpful and attentive staff, clean/comfortable rooms and a nice quiet pool area"

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for 1 night came very late 2am but the staff and hotel was very accommodating, contacted the hotel ahead of time and they was able to send info to chk into there portal so that I can chk in before I landed, when I arrived the process wasn't even 5 mins and I was already in my room, and dont forget the free breakfast which was great. I definitely recommend and will stay here again. Thk you spice palace for all your hospitality."

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, excellent staff, great facilities, all with a lot of history."

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"Les déjeuners sont ordinaires pour le prix cependant le souper super et les happy hours aussi"

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Russell and the Emerson Soice team made us feel welcome from start to finish. A fabulous building with lots of history and in a great location in Stonetown. The rooms were all very individually themed and the bed was very comfortable. The fans and ac were welcomed for the warmer nights. The hotel private a great breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, eggs, pastries tea and coffee on the roof top tea house restaurant. Great views of Stonetown ! The Secret Garden restaurant served some lovely fresh dishes and drinks and there is live local music a couple of nights a week. Overall I’d highly recommend the Emerson Spice Hotel and thanks for a great stay (and thanks for the late checkout too)"

Other attractions near Christ Church Cathedral

A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".

Slave Market

8.6/10 (487 reviews)

An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.

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A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".

House of Wonders

7.6/10 (162 reviews)

See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.

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Hamamni Persian Baths

8.6/10 (42 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Hamamni Persian Baths. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Darajani Market

8.4/10 (167 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town with a stop at Darajani Market. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Shakti Temple

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

After visiting Shakti Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Jaw's Corner

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by Jaw's Corner. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Christ Church Cathedral?

Christ Church Cathedral is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 229 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Christ Church Cathedral?

Adjacent to Christ Church Cathedral, Spice Palace Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Tembo House Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Christ Church Cathedral?

Expedia has 229 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Christ Church Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Christ Church Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Christ Church Cathedral.

What can I see and do near Christ Church Cathedral?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) or Freddie Mercury Museum. Sights like Slave Market, Old Fort and Hamamni Persian Baths are must-sees while exploring the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island or Prison Island.

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Our top choices for Christ Church Cathedral hotels

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

2. Emerson Spice Hotel

3. Elephantohotel

4. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

6. Habari House

7. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

8. Maru Maru Hotel

9. Kholle House

10. Hanaia House

11. Shaba Boutique Hotel

12. Dhow Palace Hotel

13. Emerson on Hurumzi

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

16. Jafferji House

17. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

18. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

20. Spice Palace Hotel

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Top Christ Church Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo House Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Maru Maru Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Other attractions near Christ Church Cathedral

Slave Market

House of Wonders

Hamamni Persian Baths

Darajani Market

Shakti Temple

Jaw's Corner

The Ancient Door of Stone Town

Beit el-Sahel

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