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1. Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United States
Yahya
฿6,095
฿7,340 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

2. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town
Belgium
Antonio
฿11,928
฿14,048 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

3. Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
Stone Town
Canada
Ramzi
฿1,933
฿2,555 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Tembo B&B Apartments

4. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Paul
฿3,306
฿4,133 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Tembo House Hotel

5. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town
United States
Aysha
฿13,454
฿15,807 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

6. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Julie
฿3,558
฿4,356 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Emerson Spice Hotel

7. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Dean
฿2,982
฿3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

8. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town
United States
James
฿11,183
฿13,257 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

9. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Erastus
฿2,958
฿3,666 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

10. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Gianfranco
฿4,830
฿5,885 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

11. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Przemek
฿3,034
฿4,019 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Maru Maru Hotel

12. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United States
Iryn
฿5,539
฿6,701 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

13. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
Stone Town
United States
Thomas
฿3,565
฿4,100 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Zanzibar Coffee House

14. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Zanzibar Town
United States
Emilia
฿5,692
฿6,976 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

15. NEW AMAAN HOTEL

NEW AMAAN HOTEL
Zanzibar Town
United States
Bolanle Esther
฿3,026
฿3,744 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
NEW AMAAN HOTEL

16. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Marisa
฿4,744
฿5,786 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

17. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Joseph
฿2,320
฿2,998 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Dhow Palace Hotel

18. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
Stone Town
United States
Caridad
฿3,681
฿4,560 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

19. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Melanie
฿2,851
฿3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Shaba Boutique Hotel

20. BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR

BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR
Zanzibar Town
France
Walid
฿862
฿1,256 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR
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Where to stay in Zanzibar Town

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

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 House of Wonders.

Stay near popular Zanzibar Town attractions

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 calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.
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Shangani Beach

8.4/10 (171 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.

Forodhani Gardens

8.4/10 (274 reviews)
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
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An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
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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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A historic building with a beige facade, arched windows, and a cross on top.

Christ Church Cathedral

8.0/10 (147 reviews)
Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.
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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 seaside or visit the shops in the area.
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Malindi Mosque

8.4/10 (18 reviews)
Malindi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
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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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A clock tower with a cross on top, surrounded by trees and pink flowers.

Top Zanzibar Town Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Très bien situé"
eric 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Service and staff were excellent. The hotel is immaculately hygienic. Cleaned everyday. Breakfast was excellent. Great beach and restaurant and Stone Town location. Highly recommend."
Paul 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Really good value for money, location is good and staff were very friendly."
Joseph 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Dhow Palace Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was wonderful and healthy"
Erastus 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Very good hotel"
Ramzi 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Tembo B&B Apartments
Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"In historic building with very unique and charming rooms. Service was outstanding. They werr able to arrange several reasonably priced tours and transfers."
James 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Emerson Spice Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

8/10 Good
"Exactly as advertised . Very nice hotel . Would stay here again"
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"All the staff were amazing especially the concierge manager and management"
James 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean, Quiet, Polite and Helpful staff. The Maasai guards were extremely kind and helpful."
Archer 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Spice Palace Hotel

More cheap stays in Zanzibar Town

BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR

BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR

Mpendae Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
฿862
฿1,256 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
BEST POINT GROUP ZANZIBAR
Stone Town House

Stone Town House

534 Baghani St Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
฿1,242
฿1,428 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stone Town House
Horizon Palace

Horizon Palace

Baghani St Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
฿1,940
฿2,496 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Horizon Palace
Blackstone Beach Resort

Blackstone Beach Resort

Uroa Main Road Uroa Regione di Zanzibar Centro-Sud
฿2,197
฿2,813 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Blackstone Beach Resort
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

1168 Fumba Mjini Magharibi Region
฿2,360
฿3,002 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
Plumeria Hotel

Plumeria Hotel

Vuga Rd Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
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4/10 (1 review)
Plumeria Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zanzibar Town?
Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your visit include Tembo B&B Apartments and Park Hyatt Zanzibar. 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 free 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, Stone Town House is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good options to stay on the cheap include Market Backpackers - Hostel and Breflection Spa and 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 Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport. 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 Tembo House Hotel and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort. 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. Zanzibar Serena Hotel and Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel 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 and Spa - Dry Hotel. 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 Tembo House Hotel and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport. See all spa hotels in Zanzibar Town.
What's the top hotel in Zanzibar Town with a water park on site or close by?
64 ZENJ HOUSE is a popular B&B, featuring a children's pool, an outdoor pool and free parking. Take a look at all hotels with or near waterparks 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 326 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 Hamamni Persian Baths 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.