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A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants.
A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall.

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Iris
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Zanzibar Coffee House
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

2. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
James
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.
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.

3. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Alexander
AU$496
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.
A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

4. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
duane
AU$193
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Elephantohotel
Courtyard
Restaurant
Restaurant
Hallway

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Greig
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
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 staircase with wooden railings, a bench, and two windows with wooden frames.

6. Habari House

Habari House
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Sweden
Marcus
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Habari House
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.
A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.
A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

7. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Possenta C
AU$588
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
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.
A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

8. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
MOMO
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.
A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.
A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.
A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

9. Kholle House

Kholle House
Stone Town, 0.9 km from Shangani Beach
United States
catherine
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Kholle House
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.
A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.
A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.
A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

10. Hanaia House

Hanaia House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Abdulmunim
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hanaia House
A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.
A buffet with waffles and various fruits and pastries.
A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

11. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Joseph
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Dhow Palace Hotel
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 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.
A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.

12. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town, 0.8 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Melanie
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Shaba Boutique Hotel
A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.
A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.
A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.
A cozy room with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a traditional rug.

13. Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi
Stone Town, 0.6 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Victoria
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Emerson on Hurumzi
A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
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.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

14. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Phillip
AU$94
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
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 hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

15. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Gianfranco
AU$252
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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 room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.
A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

16. Jafferji House

Jafferji House
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United States
EMMANUEL
AU$193
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Jafferji House
A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.

17. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Greig
AU$253
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

18. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Belgium
Antonio
AU$510
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.
A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.
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.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Arjun
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.
Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.
A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

20. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Stanley
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Spice Palace Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Shangani Beach

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
Zanzibar Coffee House
9.6
Exceptional
113 reviews
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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
Emerson Spice Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
9.6
Exceptional
50 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
Elephantohotel
9.4
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Courtyard
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
8.8
Excellent
440 reviews
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Top Shangani Beach Hotel Reviews

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Air conditioning work great and the hotel is in a great location"
Hassan 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tembo B&B Apartments
Tembo House Hotel

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!"
Hanna 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel

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."
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Dhow Palace Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

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"
Greig 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel

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."
CRYSTAL 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location, excellent staff, great facilities, all with a lot of history."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"Les déjeuners sont ordinaires pour le prix cependant le souper super et les happy hours aussi"
Maude 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."
Greig 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Other attractions near Shangani Beach

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 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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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Freddie Mercury Museum during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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People's Palace Museum

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at People's Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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Marahubi Palace

You can learn about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by Marahubi Palace. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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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? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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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Zanzibar Night Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Zanzibar Night Market during your stay in Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shangani Beach?
Shangani Beach is located in Zanzibar Town. This historic area is 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 220 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Shangani Beach?
Adjacent to Shangani Beach, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Shangani Beach?
Expedia has 220 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shangani Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shangani Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Shangani Beach.
What can I see and do near Shangani Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum and People's Palace Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Old Fort, Slave Market and Mbweni Ruins. Spend some time wandering around Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island and Prison Island.

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