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1. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (444 reviews)
"Clean room with a nice new bathroom , an excellent breakfast with a lovely view across the harbor. Staff were helpful."
Canada
Steven
$66 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

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
$74 nightly
The price is $92
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Maru Maru Hotel

3. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 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
$104 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo House Hotel

4. 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
$103 nightly
The price is $127
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Emerson Spice Hotel

5. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous!"
United Kingdom
Dr Khadija
$172 nightly
The price is $208
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

6. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
5.0 star property
Michamvi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Clean room, staff , very good"
United States
Annie
$240 nightly
The price is $293
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
JAZ Elite Aurora

7. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (141 reviews)
"The laundry doesn’t do shoes Need more variety in the breakfast"
United States
NITA
$173 nightly
The price is $209
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

8. Pongwe Bay Resort

Pongwe Bay Resort
4.5 star property
Pongwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"The room was large and very clean. The staff were very helpful."
United States
Dr Tony
$73 nightly
The price is $95
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Pongwe Bay Resort

9. 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
$122 nightly
The price is $150
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10. kizikula

kizikula
4.0 star property
Kizimkazi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"An absolute gem — Kizikula was one of the highlights of our trip and easily one of the best boutique hotels we’ve ever stayed at. Our room was stunning, beautifully designed, and filled with thoughtful little details. Everything was impeccably clean, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. You can really feel the care that has gone into every aspect of the property. The staff were exceptional — warm, welcoming, and genuinely thoughtful. They went above and beyond throughout our stay, and no...
United States
Ekmini
$193 nightly
The price is $235
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
kizikula

11. Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
5.0 star property
Dongwe
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"Customer service was exceptional. The property is gorgeous, and the friendliness and professionalism of the staff is unequaled. Very enjoyable stay. We will definitely return. "
United States
Alma
$212 nightly
The price is $256
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

12. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (308 reviews)
"Such an amazing place I loved coming back to a clean hotel room and the food was amazing. Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to by far ! Beach is amazing and such friendly amazing staff!"
Canada
Narina
$192 nightly
The price is $231
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

13. Mvuvi Boutique Resort

Mvuvi Boutique Resort
4.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (191 reviews)
"An absolutely amazing stay! The rooms were really nice and comfortable. The place is right on the beach (literally, you step onto sand once you enter through the gate). And I can not say enough about how thoughtful, considerate, and kind ALL of the staff are - (for example, they stood by our chairs when we left our towels etc to go into the ocean without us asking or anything!). Definitely will be recommending to all my friends."
United States
Kristiann
$170 nightly
The price is $204
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Mvuvi Boutique Resort

14. Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (657 reviews)
"Very outdated hotel, however it was clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Dawn
$174 nightly
The price is $211
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"amazing resort, amazing staff (the nicest i’ve ever encountered) great amenities. i loved my stay here, would definitely come back to another riu in zanzibar in the future!"
Canada
Jennifer
$332 nightly
The price is $400
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

16. Villa Kiva

Villa Kiva
4.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265 reviews)
"Excelente todo!"
Mexico
Juan
$76 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Kiva

17. The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (274 reviews)
"Very clean, great staff"
United States
Tomasz
$124 nightly
The price is $153
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Zanzibari

18. JAZ Elite Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Elite Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"What an experience Special mention to Ibrahim who helped us from check in and throughout our stay. Unforgettable moments during our stay"
United Kingdom
HAZEL
$243 nightly
The price is $294
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
JAZ Elite Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

19. Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Where do I even begin?! 😍✨ THE STAFF – Absolutely AMAZING! ❤️ Honestly, some of the friendliest, warmest and most welcoming people we have ever encountered! Every single one of them made our stay extra special. A big shout-out to Robin at the Front Desk for making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Gasper and Miraji, our Go-Kart champions, thank you for the endless rides and all the fun around the compound! Selemani and Andrea from Sports & Beach kept us entertained throughout...
United States
Hasina
$276 nightly
The price is $327
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

20. 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
$209 nightly
The price is $250
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
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Learn more about Zanzibar

Wander through Stone Town's labyrinthine alleys, where ornate doors and bustling bazaars reveal centuries of Swahili culture. Sail to pristine beaches for snorkeling, or visit a spice farm to discover why Zanzibar's known as the 'Spice Island'.

A traditional wooden boat on clear turquoise water.

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Is it better to stay in a Zanzibar motel or hotel?

Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You’ll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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