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Zanzibar Town Travel Info

Number of reviews
69
Best neighborhoods
Stone Town, Ngambo and Mwembeshauri
Accommodation
562 hotels
Highest price
$446
Lowest price
$39
Reasons to visit
Shangani Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Peoples Palace Museum
Hotels with nearby historical attractions
95
5-star hotels
5
Hotels with dining
93

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Zanzibar Town?

Emerson Spice Hotel is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other favorite options based on traveler reviews include Upendo House and Park Hyatt Zanzibar. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Zanzibar Town.

Stone Town is a walkable neighborhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area.

What's the top vacation rental in Zanzibar Town?

Romantic zanzibar stone house,five minutes to forodhani: This Zanzibar Town vacation home rental is located in the city center and offers a garden, air-conditioning, and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and kitchenware, so you can cook with friends or family. Other favorite homes for rent in Zanzibar Town are Cheerful central townhouse with private balcony and The place which will make you feel at home while you explore Zanzibar. . See all vacation rentals in Zanzibar Town.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Zanzibar Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Zanzibar Town.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Zanzibar Town?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Zanzibar Town, click here.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town?

Based on our traveler reviews, Shoki Shoki Hostel Stone Town is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Lost & Found Dooms and Lala Hostel. View all budget hotels in Zanzibar Town.

Where is the best place to stay in Stone Town?

There are 81 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, so you're sure to find what you're looking for as you plan your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Park Hyatt Zanzibar is the highest ranked property in Stone Town. This 5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Other favorite options in the area include Zanzibar Serena Hotel and Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

What's the best accommodation for a family vacation in Zanzibar Town?

Tembo House Hotel is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa and Park Hyatt Zanzibar. Kids of all ages will also enjoy a visit to Kariakoo Amusement Park. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best hotel for a couple going to Zanzibar Town?

Tembo House Hotel is a favorite hotel for couples, and features a full-service spa and a beachfront restaurant. Other good options for a stay with your sweetheart include Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa and Park Hyatt Zanzibar. See all romantic hotels in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Zanzibar Town?

Safari House is a top guesthouse for people traveling with their pets, and offers in-room kitchens for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Sleep inn Stone town Hotel and Maru Maru Hotel Stone Town Zanzibar. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Zanzibar Town.

What's the best place to stay close to Shangani Beach?

Adjacent to Shangani Beach, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Zanzibar - Stone Town is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices close by include Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Tembo House Hotel & Apartments.

What about the best place to stay near Old Fort?

One of the top choices for your stay is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Zanzibar - Stone Town, located next to Old Fort, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Tembo House Hotel & Apartments are two other good choices in the immediate area.

What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation in Zanzibar Town?

Tembo House Hotel is a top beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, and it's located on Shangani Beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa and Park Hyatt Zanzibar. See more stays near the beach in Zanzibar Town.

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