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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

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Located close to Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), Zanzibar Palace Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure and a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Palace Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

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View all photos for Grand Suite, Bathtub

A bed with a canopy, pillows, and a headboard.

Grand Suite, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a bed under a blue canopy, wooden chairs, a small table, and a tiled floor.

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small round table, and decorative wall art.

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed under a blue canopy, a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a small table.

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 69 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

A traditional room with a wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Dunia Suite

A bedroom with a bed under a blue canopy, a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a small table.

Dunia Suite

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed under a blue canopy, a wooden dresser, a television, and a lamp.

Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located on the boardwalk, Zanzibar Palace Hotel is in Stone Town neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forodhani Gardens and Prison Island, while Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are cultural highlights. Darajani Market and Slave Market are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game viewing. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
Map
Kiponda area house number 831, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".
    House of Wonders
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.
    Forodhani Gardens
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
    Old Fort
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Malindi Mosque
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    5 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Secret Garden
    2 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant
    11 min walk
  • Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town
    7 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Slave Market
  • Located close to Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), Zanzibar Palace Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure and a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Palace Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A free ferry terminal shuttle, express check-out and express check-in
    • A TV in reception, concierge services and beach towels
    • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and a porter/bellboy
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
    • Blackout curtains, turndown services and guidebooks
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Palace Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzibar Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zanzibar Palace Hotel on 24 Aug 2026 start from AU$271, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Zanzibar Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Palace Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this spa hotel is steps away from Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). House of Wonders and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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