Top 10 Hotels Near Old Fort in Zanzibar Town for 2026

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

1. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Old Fort

James

P20,572

P24,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

On the beach, white sand, beach shuttle, sun loungers

2. Tembo House Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Old Fort

Paul

P6,068

P7,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

3. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Old Fort

Gianfranco

P8,876

P10,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

4. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Antonio

P21,922

P25,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Dean

P5,562

P7,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

6. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

P8,098

P9,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

7. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Old Fort

"We stayed in the Mercury room. The room was fine. The windows are coloured glass with no window coverings so it gets bright when the sun comes up. The walls are thin so you can hear outside noise but it’s not loud. Good air conditioning, fan and there was a mosquito net. There is a sort of mothball smell but that’s likely from bug spray. Staff were nice and courteous. The breakfast was decent and there was a nice view of the Old Fort. The hotel is located in a main tourist shopping area."

Gianfranco

P7,875

P9,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

8. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Old Fort

Aysha

P24,727

P29,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

9. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Julie

P6,538

P8,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

10. Zanzibar Coffee House

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Thomas

P6,552

P7,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

11. Spice Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Old Fort

leonid

P3,618

P4,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

12. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Old Fort

Mickey

P6,604

P8,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

13. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Old Fort

catherine

P7,513

P12,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Old Fort

lucy

P3,801

P7,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

15. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Amber

P4,755

P5,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

16. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Old Fort

Melanie

P5,234

P6,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

17. Forodhani Park Hotel

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Old Fort

18. Al Johari Hotel & Spa

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Old Fort

Zakaria

P3,828

P5,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

19. Antonio Garden Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Old Fort

mark

P3,245

P4,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

20. Habari House

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Old Fort

Nadine

P5,024

P6,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Zanzibar Coffee House	9.6 Exceptional 105 reviews	View
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 119 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews	View
Habari House	9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews	View
Hanaia House	9.0 Wonderful 37 reviews	View

Top Old Fort Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Très bien situé"

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."

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Really good value for money, location is good and staff were very friendly."

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good clean room in the heart of Stone Town but away from all the tourist shops and touts. Quiet room with food a/c. Helpful staff."

Princess Salme Inn

10/10 Excellent

"After staying at several other places in Stone Town, I found Princess Salme Inn to offer an excellent balance between price and value."

Tarawanda House By Stawi

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and nice. Staff were helpful. Breakfast is small so not enough to leave you feeling full. Walking distance to different places to shop and eat. Private bathroom is the best option to get. No elevators, keep that in mind if you have heavy luggage or a lot of luggage. They only do checkin from 2pm to 6pm, so try to arrange a later checkin way in advance if you need to. I would stay here again. We had a nice stay."

Tembo B&B Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Very good 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."

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

8/10 Good

"Exactly as advertised . Very nice hotel . Would stay here again"

Other attractions near Old Fort

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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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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Zanzibar Night Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Zanzibar Night Market during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Freddie Mercury Museum during your travels in Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out 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 with a visit to The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich 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 trip to 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 with a stop at Jaw's Corner. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old Fort?

Old Fort is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 237 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Old Fort?

Adjacent to Old Fort, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Tembo B&B Apartments.

How many hotels are there close to Old Fort?

Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old Fort.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old Fort, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Old Fort.

What can I see and do near Old Fort?

Study the collections at House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), or Freddie Mercury Museum. Sights like Slave Market, Mbweni Ruins, and Hamamni Persian Baths are must-sees while exploring the area. Local parks like Forodhani Gardens, Prison Island, and Chapwani Island are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Old Fort hotels

1. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

2. Tembo House Hotel

3. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

6. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

7. Jafferji House

8. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

9. Emerson Spice Hotel

10. Zanzibar Coffee House

11. Spice Palace Hotel

12. Emerson on Hurumzi

13. Kholle House

14. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

15. Hanaia House

16. Shaba Boutique Hotel

17. Forodhani Park Hotel

18. Al Johari Hotel & Spa

19. Antonio Garden Hotel

20. Habari House

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Top Old Fort Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Princess Salme Inn

Tarawanda House By Stawi

Tembo B&B Apartments

Emerson Spice Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Other attractions near Old Fort

Forodhani Gardens

House of Wonders

Zanzibar Night Market

Freddie Mercury Museum

St. Joseph's Cathedral

The Ancient Door of Stone Town

Beit el-Sahel

Jaw's Corner

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