Stone Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic stone wall with a sign, a red-roofed building, and a white building with balconies.
A historic theater with stone steps and a stage, surrounded by palm trees and a building under construction.
An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.
A historic building with a large wooden sign, palm trees, and a scooter parked in front.
An ancient stone amphitheater with tiered seating, surrounded by old buildings and palm trees.

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Our pick of the best Stone Town Hotel Deals

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

4 out of 5
Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$206 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$206
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"An excellent place to stay. Clean and comfortable with three swimming pools and a game room that had ping pong and foosball. Unfortunately, there can be some noise from a nearby hotel with live music, but it doesn't seem to last very late. The timbo hotel itself was quiet. The buffet breakfast was ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Tembo House Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Soko Muhogo Street Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
The price is AU$118 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$118
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Jaw's Corner and The Ancient Door of ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (167 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Spice Palace Hotel
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5 out of 5
Shangani Street Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$590 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$590
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews)
"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Kenyatta Road Zanzibar Town Zanzibar
The price is AU$156 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$156
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Freddie Mercury Museum and Mbweni Ruins are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (143 reviews)
"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Tembo Palace Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

4 out of 5
Mizingani Road, Malindi district Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$156 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$156
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (433 reviews)
"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

3 out of 5
Gizenga Street, Shangani Zanzibar Town Zanzibar
The price is AU$148 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$148
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Maru Maru Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.



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