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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

1. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was full of amazing character and extremely friendly staff. They were super helpful and really elevated our experience. We loved our stay here! Couldn’t recommend it enough!"
Canada
Christopher
The price is P6,578
P8,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Tembo House Hotel
A white building with multiple balconies, air conditioning units, and potted plants.

2. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"It is nice to stay there."
United States
MOMO
The price is P3,224
P4,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Maru Maru Hotel
Courtyard

3. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (443 reviews)
"Clean room with a nice new bathroom , an excellent breakfast with a lovely view across the harbor. Staff were helpful."
Canada
Steven
The price is P4,145
P5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large columns, and traditional lanterns.

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (206 reviews)
"Nice friendly staff"
United States
Tchidi
The price is P5,899
P7,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
A building with multiple flags, including the US and UK flags, and the text "Sofitel Palace Hotel" on the facade.

5. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (179 reviews)
"Spice Palace Hotel was a great place to stay in Stone Town. The breakfast was better than I expected (omelette served, location was center of Stone Town, staff was very helpful and price was great. My only complaint was that the pool could have been warmer. I would stay here again. Stayed 5 nights."
Canada
Murray
The price is P2,987
P3,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Spice Palace Hotel
A large, castle-like hotel with multiple arched windows and a prominent sign reading "Golden Tulip."

6. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (140 reviews)
"The laundry doesn’t do shoes Need more variety in the breakfast"
United States
NITA
The price is P10,757
P13,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

7. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"A wonderful stay in the heart of Stone Town! We stayed at Emerson Spice during our trip to Zanzibar and what a fantastic place it is! The hotel is full of character, with beautiful traditional architecture and a real sense of Zanzibar’s history. It’s completely different from your typical hotel, which is exactly what makes it so special. The location is brilliant for exploring Stone Town, with everything within easy walking distance. The atmosphere is relaxed and authentic, and staying here...
United Kingdom
James
The price is P6,785
P8,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Emerson Spice Hotel
The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

8. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (389 reviews)
"Really good value for money, location is good and staff were very friendly."
United Kingdom
Joseph
The price is P4,737
P6,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Dhow Palace Hotel
A multi-story building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

9. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"The property is gorgeous and staff is beyond helpful in everything. Food & drinks were delicious and it’s close to wonderful locations."
United States
Alma
The price is P22,601
P26,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
The exterior of the Bellissimo Hotel with a wooden facade, large wooden doors, and potted plants in front.

10. Bellissimo Boutique Hotel

Bellissimo Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at the Bellisimo. The location was great for exploring Stonetown. The staff were welcoming and very helpful. Having just been on a safari, I appreciated the good laundry service."
United States
Mari
The price is P7,057
P8,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Bellissimo Boutique Hotel
A courtyard with a covered seating area, a pathway, and a building with arched windows.

11. Cathedral Hotel

Cathedral Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
The price is P4,098
P7,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Cathedral Hotel
A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.

12. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"My room was spotless. I liked the old wooden style with with excellent (silent) aircon. Nice location, and greatto have the coffee shop on the ground level. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooftop breakfasts were tasty and filling."
Canada
Nicholas
The price is P6,798
P7,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Zanzibar Coffee House
A building with a balcony, a wooden door, and a window with a wooden frame.

13. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (236 reviews)
"Breakfast is great though not buffet. The location is in the middle of stone town and very near to the sea and the night market location. Staff is so friendly. I prefer if the toilet has door instead of a curtain. The room was without telephone but it was very near to the reception desk so it was ok."
United States
Fareed
The price is P6,457
P8,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
A thatched-roof building with a paved entrance and a small tree in the foreground.

14. MARUHUBI VILLAS

MARUHUBI VILLAS
3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
The price is P2,502
P3,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
MARUHUBI VILLAS
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (163 reviews)
"Zanzibar Palace is a true boutique hotel. Great communication before arrival regarding airport transfer, helpful booking of day trips with great drivers and rates. Rooms are unique and spacious, great for couples. We enjoyed our daily coffee and tea on the balcony. Daniella is so friendly and knowledgeable."
United States
Cade
The price is P7,689
P9,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
A white building with multiple balconies and a central dome.

16. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"The view overlooking the beach during sunset is breathtaking. The weather was just perfect during end of Aug- beginning of Sep. The place is very well maintained with the staff being always helpful with a smile. When departing, they provided free shuttle to the airport."
United States
Murtaza
The price is P13,183
P15,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.

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

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
4.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel is just beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay. If I find myself in Zanzibar again, it would be the hotel I would stay in again."
United States
Victoria
The price is P12,335
P14,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a tiled roof, arched windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

18. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516 reviews)
"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."
Canada
Gianfranco
The price is P8,882
P10,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A white building with ornate wooden doors and windows, a staircase with black railings, and a small planter with plants on the ground floor.

19. Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (147 reviews)
"Several different location of where rooms are located. We stayed 100 m from main hotel reception. Room we stayed in was spacious including the bathroom. Best buffé breakfast with many options."
Sweden
Marcus
The price is P4,847
P6,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Tembo Palace Hotel
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a covered outdoor seating area, and a red-tiled roof.

20. Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (216 reviews)
"Breakfast is horrible. Please improve a little bit. Even mama ntilie Breakfast is better."
United States
EMMANUEL
The price is P6,713
P7,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Jafferji House
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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 harbor views, then catch a sunset dhow cruise where sailors serve fresh seafood dinners.

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