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Top 10 Zanzibar Town hotels and places to stay

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

Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (869)
"Great breakfast and location "
Tembo House Hotel
Maru Maru Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (551)
"Stayed here with wife and 2 kids in August 2025. Fantastic property in the middle of the action in Stone Town. Staff was attentive to every little detail, great rooftop restaurant: breakfast was delicious, the sunset was stunning and great supper menu. definitely recommend this hotel"
Maru Maru Hotel
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130)
"The staff was extremely accommodating for myself and my friend who got in late in the evening. The room was great - I only wish we’d stayed longer. "
The price is ฿6,973
฿8,340 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (252)
"Brilliant stay. Great location, great service, great restaurant. "
The price is ฿11,966
฿14,146 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (163)
"Excellent and friendly customer service . Ms speed lady , is very nice, and always want to help. I recommand this place to any traveler to zanzibar ."
The price is ฿2,355
฿2,965 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Interior detail

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (141)
"Proprietress and her staff were amazing. Meals superb. I was really looked after. They booked tours for me also. Would definitely stay there again "
The price is ฿4,197
฿5,148 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Tembo B&B Apartments
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo B&B Apartments

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (106)
"It's location is good with "
Tembo B&B Apartments
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (112)
"A nice and cozy hotel in the middle of busy stone town of Zanzibar. The staff and breakfast are really great and the rooms comfortable. "
The price is ฿2,259
฿3,047 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Mbweni Ruins & Gardens

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (151)
"Great hotel next to the ocean. Our room had an amazing view of the ocean. The restaurant had great food and the staff were extremely nice. Great customer service. "
The price is ฿5,290
฿6,407 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
On the beach

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80)
"Great staff, food, bar, room, ocean view, ocean access, pool, transportation, and convenience! "
The price is ฿5,259
฿6,368 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Spice Tree by Turaco
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views

Spice Tree by Turaco

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (499)
"Stone Town!"
The price is ฿4,742
฿5,774 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Spice Tree by Turaco
Emerson Spice Hotel
Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Emerson Spice Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"One of the most charming places we've ever stayed at. Antique, yet very clean and safe. Food was delicious, best we had on Zanzibar. Staff wonderful. Highest recommendation. "
Emerson Spice Hotel
Zanzibar Coffee House
Exterior

Zanzibar Coffee House

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"This place was absolutely beautiful and very historic. The cherry on top was the AMAZING service. We only spent one night here but wish we were able to stay more. Very close to the water and lots of shopping around. "
The price is ฿3,459
฿3,978 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Zanzibar Coffee House
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Bar (on property)

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"Nice rooftop bar with food . Clean property in centre of stone town , walking distance to tourist sites . Stunning hotel "
The price is ฿10,743
฿13,651 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Dhow Palace Hotel
Property entrance

Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335)
"It’s very nice place to stay with family or solo the breakfast is great so many variety that you think what to take and not "
Dhow Palace Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
2 outdoor pools

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (100)
"Close to airport, great staff"
The price is ฿6,010
฿7,328 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Horizon Palace
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Horizon Palace

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (19)
"Really poor hygiene and lousy rooms with lots of missing items, such as toilet seats, mosquito nets, etcetera"
The price is ฿1,858
฿2,393 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Horizon Palace
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (235)
"Hotel was marvelous - great location, fabulous views of the ocean and the friendliest staff we've ever had"
The price is ฿10,337
฿12,209 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Beyt al Salaam
Free daily English breakfast

Beyt al Salaam

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (154)
"This was our second time staying at Beyt al Salaam. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. From start to finish, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. People went out of their way to help us. The room was kept clean and serviced. There is a restaurant that serves delicious food. The hotel is conveniently located in a lovely part of Stonetown and near to the beach. What made this stay so wonderful was the staff at the hotel who are simply brilliant. Thank you!"
The price is ฿2,762
฿3,497 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beyt al Salaam
Habari House
Outdoor dining

Habari House

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small...
The price is ฿2,650
฿3,309 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Habari House
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Swahili House

3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2/10Very good (63 reviews)
10% off
Price is ฿3,891
฿9,463 total
includes taxes & fees
The Swahili House
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Check out hotels with a spa in Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (551)
Maru Maru Hotel

Hotels with free breakfast in Zanzibar Town you'll enjoy

Hiliki House
Restaurant

Hiliki House

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (41)
Hiliki House

Hotels with an ocean view in Zanzibar Town may fit your trip

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (163)
The price is ฿2,355
฿2,965 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Zanzibar Town

Find the best Zanzibar Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Zanzibar Town
Learn more about Zanzibar Town
Old Fort

Stone Town

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Stone Town is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Slave Market or Old Fort.

Learn more about Zanzibar Town

Stone Town's labyrinthine alleys reveal ancient carved doorways, spice markets, and the haunting history of the former slave market. Climb the House of Wonders for harbour views, then catch a sunset dhow cruise where sailors serve fresh seafood dinners.

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House of Wonders

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Horizon Palace

Horizon Palace

Baghani St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
The price is ฿1,858 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿1,858
฿2,393 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees

Hotels in Zanzibar Town with star rating

Hotels in Zanzibar Town with star rating

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zanzibar Town?

Emerson Spice Hotel is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other favourite options based on traveller reviews include The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town and Upendo House Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Zanzibar Town.

 

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Zanzibar Town has to offer?

Zanzibar mombasa stay: This highly rated holiday home rental in Zanzibar Town comes with WiFi so that you can feel at home during your trip. This holiday rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. See all vacation rentals in Zanzibar Town.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zanzibar Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Zanzibar Town?

Based on our traveller reviews, Breflection Spa and Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good options to stay on the cheap include Lost & Found Dooms and Ten to Ten Stone Town - Hostel. View all budget hotels in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best family accommodation in Zanzibar Town?

Tembo House Hotel is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort and Maru Maru Hotel. Also, children of all ages will enjoy a visit to Kariakoo Amusement Park. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Zanzibar Town?

Princess Salme Inn is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Safari House and Maru Maru Hotel, Stone Town Zanzibar. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Zanzibar Town?

Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a top beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and free WiFi, and it's located on Shangani Beach . Other good options for your beach trip include Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel and Tembo House Hotel. See more stays near the beach in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best luxury accommodation option in Zanzibar Town?

Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a luxury hotel with an ocean-view restaurant and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel and Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa are two other upscale options for your holiday. Find more luxury hotels in Zanzibar Town.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Zanzibar Town?

Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a top hotel with a pool, a full-service spa and free WiFi. A couple of other options that offer an on-site pool include Tembo House Hotel and Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa. View all hotels with pools in Zanzibar Town.

What is the best spa hotel in Zanzibar Town?

Park Hyatt Zanzibar is a top beach spa hotel featuring a pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, a hair salon and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a facial, body treatment or couples treatments at Anantara Spa. Other popular spa hotels in Zanzibar Town include Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel and Tembo House Hotel. See all spa hotels in Zanzibar Town.

What's it like to stay in Zanzibar Town?

History buffs will enjoy exploring Zanzibar Town, and visitors give high marks for the shopping and top-notch restaurants. Walkable and cultural, this city attracts tourists with its local tours and live music. In Zanzibar Town, there are 260 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Zanzibar Town.

What should I see while I'm in Zanzibar Town?

Cultural venues include House of Wonders, Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). Notable for its historic sites, landmarks like Slave Market, Old Fort and Darajani Market are not to be missed. Natural beauty is on display at Forodhani Gardens, Shangani Beach and Chapwani Island. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Zanzibar Town guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Zanzibar Town?

The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Zanzibar Town are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.