10 Best Motels in Zanzibar: Find Cheap Motels in Zanzibar 2026

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1. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Kiwengwa

Rimsha

$188 nightly

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

2. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town

John

$339 nightly

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town

Julie

$105 nightly

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

4. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Kiwengwa

McDonald

$162 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (Swim Up, Front Ocean View) | Terrace/patio

5. JAZ Elite Aurora

Michamvi

Daud

$227 nightly

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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6. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town

Przemek

$98 nightly

Aug 29 - Aug 30

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7. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

Stone Town

Caridad

$111 nightly

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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8. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Zanzibar Town

Emilia

$175 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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9. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Zanzibar Town

Erastus

$89 nightly

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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10. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town

Jennifer

$92 nightly

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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11. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town

Joseph

$70 nightly

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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12. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

Matemwe

Phebe

$402 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

13. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi

Jesse

$190 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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The Level 2 bedroom Ocean Villa | Beach/ocean view

14. Melia Zanzibar

Kiwengwa

Oyetokunbo

$390 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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15. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

Uroa

Sabrina

$175 nightly

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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16. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Nungwi

Katsiaryna

$366 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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17. Veridiana Hotel

Kizimkazi

$105 nightly

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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Honeymoon Villa with private 24 hours butler | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

18. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Kizimkazi

Nick

$91 nightly

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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19. Villa Kiva

Matemwe

Dean

$92 nightly

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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20. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Pwani Mchangani

Brionne

$225 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"Other than perfect there’s not much else to say. Staff, service, food, location, it really was everything one could ask for."

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

8/10 Good

"Our inbound transportation wasn’t there due to misunderstanding on the hotel part even though we had called and exchanged few emails but they found a quick solution for us and it went very smoothly. I would suggest to add some snacks (cookies, cakes, crisps, chocolate bars, etc .) at the bar and not only drinks to make it more convenient."

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

8/10 Good

"I don't really stay in resorts so I don't have much to compare. The grounds, facilities and rooms were immaculate and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The view from my room was stunning and the beach was also immaculate. Some things did come up that made my stay a little less enjoyable. This is an alcohol free resort, this was my fault for not realizing but there were restaurants nearby that served alcohol We left our previous hotel to catch a flight to Zanzibar at 4am. We arrived at the hotel starving. Unfortunately it was in between breakfast and lunch so no food options. We were advised that there were restaurants that serve all day which was not the case for us. We went door to door and were told 12:30. We finally found one and it took 1 hr and 15 minutes for our food which was past 12:30! We would have been fine with a premade sandwich Other minor things, we could not have 2 keys for our room so my friend and I couldn't really do our own thing without one of us being locked out. It also would have been helpful to have an ATM nearby. We wanted to leave tips but ran of of cash"

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The food was decent. The quality itself didn’t feel amazing. I think they missed chances for excellent dining such as carving tables or omelet station. They could’ve had more selection and it was difficult to get into the restaurants. The hotel itself is newer very clean and well-maintained especially coming from Stonetown. It’s perfectly nice for a Westerner. I wish there was more entertainment. There was some nights that there was basically no entertainment and there’s not a lot of amenities for entertainment such as multiple pool tables or club, etc. The overall vibe was laid back. The beach itself was nice with plenty of options for guests and multiple pools. There were a few kids and mainly travelers from Europe and South Africa. I thought security would stop local vendors from hounding you but they didn’t. Overall I didn’t regret my stay but I might look elsewhere next time."

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Lowest Price	$91
Highest Price	$472

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What is the nightly rate for a motel in Zanzibar?

You can find a great deal from $91 on Zanzibar motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Zanzibar motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.

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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Recommended hotels in Zanzibar

1. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

2. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

4. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

5. JAZ Elite Aurora

6. Maru Maru Hotel

7. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

8. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

9. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

10. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

11. Dhow Palace Hotel

12. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

13. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

14. Melia Zanzibar

15. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

16. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

17. Veridiana Hotel

18. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

19. Villa Kiva

20. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

JAZ Elite Aurora

Tembo B&B Apartments

The Residence Zanzibar

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

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Find Zanzibar motels from $91

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Recommended hotels in Zanzibar

1. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

2. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

4. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

5. JAZ Elite Aurora

6. Maru Maru Hotel

7. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

8. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

9. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

10. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

11. Dhow Palace Hotel

12. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

13. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

14. Melia Zanzibar

15. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

16. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

17. Veridiana Hotel

18. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

19. Villa Kiva

20. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

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