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VUGA Hostel

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

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, 49 reviews
Price from
$27.54
1 night, 2 adults

Serene Abodes

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

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.

F
Faiz
From
Saudi Arabia
Prime amazing location next to old dispensary 6meters away from the Main Street Mizingani road the touristic street , service is AMAZING Kassim was amazing , clean room and I felt at home since first night , the toilet although shared but completely clean always
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
$18.70
1 night, 2 adults

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Located in Zanzibar City, a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House provides rooms with air conditioning.

Z
Zaineb
From
United Arab Emirates
Right from when we arrived, Simon the manager welcomed us warmly, sharing with us useful information and things to do around Stone Town based on out interest. We were staying in the family room the size was amazing and bed was comfortable. All of the staff were very friendly and the location is perfect if you’re staying for a few days. Definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults

Sanaa Hostel

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Sanaa Hostel is located on the beachfront in Zanzibar City, a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 500 yards from Peace Memorial Museum.

A
Albert
From
United States
Everything, staff was great, breakfast was delicious,very friendly owners
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Bottoms Up

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, a 2-minute walk from Stone Town Beach.

M
Michael
From
United States
Location was great, the front desk fixed us up with tours, housekeeping did laundry for us. The only gripe was the Wi-fi wasn’t able to stream but we really weren’t there for tv.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Fair - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
Price from
$21.15
1 night, 2 adults

Rafiki Apartment

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

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.

C
Charmika
From
United States
The staff kindness, I've never in all my stays had staff bring me coffee anywhere I have traveled without even asking. It's this culture and kindness that makes me so fond of Tanzania. Would definitely return. Plus it's short walk from anything you'd want to buy, transportation available w taxis around....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
$22.80
1 night, 2 adults

zLife Stone Town

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Located in Zanzibar City, zLife Stone Town features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

M
Morena Meghnagi
From
Israel
Clean very pretty decoration and authentic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 907 reviews
Price from
$34
1 night, 2 adults

Lost & Found Zanzibar

Zanzibar City (Near Stone Town)

Lost & Found Zanzibar features free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

J
Jorge
From
Brazil
Comfortable place, the beds are very big. The staff is super kind and helpful, and the location is perfect just in town! I was traveling while working, and the wifi / connection here allowed me to work and have my meetings no problem. There are good cafés around like Café Turquoise, Karafuu Coffee House or Cape Town Fish Market.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews
Price from
$31.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown

Ngambo (Near Stone Town)

Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown has rooms in Ngambo near Hamamni Persian Baths and House of Wonders. Popular points of interest nearby include Old Fort of Zanzibar, Cinema Afrique and Old Dispensary.

M
Merlisa
From
Philippines
Breakfast it was good but they need to enhance and the location is in the center of stonetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: $17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
    Great location, great atmosphere and great hosts. Alex and Kasim went out of their way to make me feel at home. Would definitely stay again in future.
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    Abdul-Latief
    Solo traveler
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