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1. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 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 AU$189
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Tembo House Hotel

2. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (608 reviews)
"It is nice to stay there."
United States
MOMO
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Maru Maru Hotel

3. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (442 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 AU$125
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (205 reviews)
"Nice friendly staff"
United States
Tchidi
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

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 AU$91
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Spice Palace Hotel

6. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"The laundry doesn’t do shoes Need more variety in the breakfast"
United States
NITA
The price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

7. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 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 AU$187
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Emerson Spice Hotel

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 AU$140
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Dhow Palace Hotel

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 AU$618
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

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 AU$198
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Bellissimo Boutique Hotel

11. Cathedral Hotel

Cathedral Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Cathedral Hotel

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 AU$174
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Zanzibar Coffee House

13. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (235 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 AU$185
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

14. MARUHUBI VILLAS

MARUHUBI VILLAS
3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
MARUHUBI VILLAS

15. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."
United Kingdom
Greig
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

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 AU$365
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

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 AU$342
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

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 AU$287
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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 AU$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Tembo Palace Hotel

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 AU$197
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Jafferji House
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Zanzibar Town Houseboats information

Number of reviews
4,011
Accommodation
4 Houseboats
Lowest Price
AU$91
Highest Price
AU$618

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What is there to do in Zanzibar Town near my houseboat?
Zanzibar Town has enough experiences and sights to keep you occupied for weeks (or months!), starting with Shangani Beach. Peace Memorial Museum, Peoples Palace Museum and Forodhani Gardens are other wonderful attractions. If you have more time, Old Fort and House of Wonders are worthwhile additions to your itinerary.

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