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The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, a few steps from Stone Town Beach, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

J
Jude
From
Saudi Arabia
The hotel is truly beautiful and comfortable! Nestled within the heart of stone town. The staff were friendly and sweet, and the food was incredible, offering also vegetarian options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$483.30
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibar Coffee House

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, the unique and historical Zanzibar Coffee House offers individually designed rooms and suites. It features a coffee shop and a roof top terrace, overlooking Stone Town.

I
Inji
From
South Korea
Friendly staff. Great interior, feeling the history of the buildings. Location, nice cafe in the lobby. Free water dispenser. Breakfast at rooftop was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 677 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$124
1 night, 2 adults

Kay's Place Zanzibar

Zanzibar City

Kay's Place Zanzibar is located in Zanzibar City, just 2.6 miles from Peace Memorial Museum and 3 miles from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

J
Joh
From
Tanzania
The place was clean and everything was brand new. Excellent staff, took good care of us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$84.68
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibar stylish apartment

Zanzibar City

Zanzibar stylish apartment is located in Zanzibar City, just 3.8 miles from Peace Memorial Museum and 4.2 miles from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

A
Asaad
From
Oman
The property is clean and only 5 minutes from the airport. The property close to most attractive activities e.g market, beach, etc .. The owner Mr. Sameer is very helpful and supportive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Andreá

Zanzibar City

Offering a garden, Villa Andreá provides accommodations in Zanzibar City. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

A
Abd
From
Canada
Our host was friendly (edit: until she read this review and became dishonest and insulting) and generally available. She checked on us frequently and offered her help. The house and garden are spacious and well-decorated. The kitchen is well-equipped. The location is quiet and secure. Edit : Im sorry that you don’t accept any review which is not 10 out of 10 without calling your guest lier. I firstly gave good (7) but after your response my experience with this property and its host became disappointing (4). I informed you about the water in the kitchen on August 14th at 8:12am. You answered me at 8:14 “…I’ll pass by a bit later to show you how it works” assuming we misused the washing machine. I checked out on August 15th. The leak was reported more than one day before check out and not “a few hours before” as you claimed. That’s a shame we are not authorized to attach screenshot of watsapp conversation. It would show clearly who is the lier here. About the staff, you speak only about the cleaner which was effectively announced each times. The staff for the garden, the swimming pool and the roof came unannounced each times. That’s why I wrote “MOSTLY”. I understood that it didn’t disturb your other guests by reading other reviews that’s why I wrote “to our liking”. I can’t be more accurate than that. I’m sorry that you find my remark about outside activities (full moon party, quad, horse riding, sunset dhow cruise…) irrelevant but I disagree. In my opinion it’s connected to the property and especially its location. Most activities are located in Nungwi and Kendwa, it’s 1h30min far from the property and will cost 50$ by taxi each times. It’s my mistake to not check locations before. I just reviewed this to avoid others to do the same mistake. Lastly my comment about the beach is totally accurate, the property is “far from the beautiful beaches…” I never spoke about your advertisement or suggested anything about it. Your advertisement is totally accurate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
$180
1 night, 2 adults

VUGA Hostel

Zanzibar City

Located within a 5-minute walk of Hamamni Persian Baths and half a mile of House of Wonders, VUGA Hostel provides rooms in Zanzibar City.

A
Akshat
From
India
The comfort, location, cleanliness and friendly hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$27.54
1 night, 2 adults

KKJ House

Zanzibar City

KKJ House offers accommodations in Zanzibar City, a 17-minute walk from Hamamni Persian Baths and one mile from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

M
Mbelete
From
Kenya
Everything about this house is perfection. The host exceptional, the location,the proximity the attention to detail. Very accommodative host. Loved my stay. This is my first 100/10 review
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$63
1 night, 2 adults

Emerson Spice

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within a 3-minute walk, Emerson Spice provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$225
1 night, 2 adults

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Bawe Island Zanzibar features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and shared lounge in Zanzibar City. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a playground.

E
Elena
From
Tanzania
I will tell you that this is really the best place to be alone with yourself and alone with the service.Amazing cuisine, attentive staff (I do not know how they did it), perfectly designed houses, guys-this is love forever for what you have managed to do.Believe me, I have been living in Zanzibar for quite a long time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$1,050
1 night, 2 adults

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Hotel in Zanzibar City

Located within a few steps of Stone Town Beach and a 11-minute walk of Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City....

E
Elizabeth
From
Kenya
It was an amazing stay The staff were kind,services were amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,430 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$80.75
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in Zanzibar City

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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

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Great access to the city center. Check these cheap hotels in Zanzibar City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    The Luxe Apartment offers accommodations in Zanzibar City, a 16-minute walk from Old Dispensary and 0.9 miles from Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Beach View Kilimani Apartment offers accommodations in Zanzibar City, 1.3 miles from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and 1.5 miles from Hamamni Persian Baths.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 2.4 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, New Amaan Hotel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

    Located within a 6-minute walk of Stone Town Beach and 0.6 miles of Peace Memorial Museum, Rafiki Apartment provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

    Located in the heart of Stone Town. It is located just 1640 feet from the fruit and fish market of Darajan.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews

    Princess Salme Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    The Swahili House is located in the center of Stone Town among the bustling market, shops and restaurants. The refurbished 5-story Indian Merchant House is built around a courtyard.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Swahiba Apartment is located in Zanzibar City, just a 9-minute walk from House of Wonders and 0.7 miles from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

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  • Aurelia Zanzibar

    Ngambo
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

    Located in Ngambo, a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Aurelia Zanzibar has air-conditioned rooms and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 976 reviews

    - The modern, air-conditioned rooms all come with 42 inch smart TV,mini-fridge and safety deposit box.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Treasures of Zanzibar House features views of the city.

  • Kholle House

    Zanzibar City
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews

    Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 500 yards from Peace Memorial Museum, African Angel House B&B features accommodations in Stone Town, with a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

    Serene Abodes has rooms in Zanzibar City near Old Dispensary and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar. The property is close to House of Wonders, Old Fort of Zanzibar and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

  • Jacob's Inn

    Zanzibar City
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Jacob's Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach. Popular points of interest nearby include House of Wonders, Old Fort of Zanzibar, and Cinema Afrique.

  • Hiliki House

    Zanzibar City
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 580 reviews

    Located across the Victoria Garden in Vuga and 5 minutes' walk away from the Peace Memorial Museum, Hiliki House features colonial architecture. It offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Just a 18-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 0.6 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Ayaa Luxury Apartment 3rd Floor Zanzibar features accommodations in Ngambo with a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Stone town home manolo offers accommodations in Ngambo, a 13-minute walk from House of Wonders and 0.6 miles from Old Fort of Zanzibar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 500 yards from Peace Memorial Museum, SAFARI features accommodations in Stone Town with a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Lofihouse offers air-conditioned rooms in Zanzibar City. Popular points of interest nearby include Old Fort of Zanzibar, Cinema Afrique, and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Nashu House Stone Town in Ngambo features accommodations and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Balcony Bliss & Private Bath at Mamdalis is a recently renovated homestay in Ngambo near Stone Town Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Firefly boutique Hotel Zanzibar is located in Zanzibar City, within a 2-minute walk of Old Fort of Zanzibar and a few steps of Hamamni Persian Baths.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Bellissimo Boutique Hotel is located in Zanzibar City in the Zanzibar region, a 3-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 0.6 miles from Peace Memorial Museum.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Zanzibar City

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  • Avg. price/night: $113.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,430 reviews
    A very pleasant hotel, the staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good with a good variety of foods. It's location near to the harbour and a 2 minute walk int the busy streets of stone town make it ideal.
    Guest review by
    Alexander
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $113.29
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,430 reviews
    The location was great. Easily within walking distance of Stone Town. Customer service was excellent. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Shoutout to my favourite member of the housekeeping team Maua who kept our room spotless and beautifully decorated. Breakfast was a little disappointing, there wasn't much variety but the fresh fruit made up for it 😊. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it, especially if you're on a budget
    Guest review by
    Harvey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $40.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
    The room was spacious and spotless, good location, just a few minutes walk from Forodhani Gardens and Darajani Souk. Very good value if traveling on a budget.
    Guest review by
    Obadiah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 985 reviews
    Santosh the owner and the lovely people at desk were so friendly and caring. Do not book this, at this budget and location, and then write a "bad" review if you were expecting a 5* Vibe. But if your expectations are clean and simple services, kind and helpful staff, safe and excellent location, then it's ideal!
    Guest review by
    Mana
    Solo traveler

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