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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.

T
Tony
From
Canada
I was the only guest so I had the whole hostel to myself.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
$27.54
1 night, 2 adults

Serene Abodes

Zanzibar City

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 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
$17
1 night, 2 adults

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

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

K
K. Capel
From
Malaysia
Stone Town House exceeded my expectations. I booked a bed in a four bedded dorm and I was taken aback at the spaciousness of the room which was air-conditioned and had 2 fans. The beds were tidied up daily by the housekeeping staff. The shared baths and toilets were spotlessly clean. The additional bonus was having a tea and coffee trolley outside the room. Aishah who works there as a receptionist is a gem of a person... helpful, kind and soft spoken. The other staff there are equally very polite.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults

Sanaa Hostel

Zanzibar City

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
Adrian
From
Germany
Really nice host. Good, healthy breakfast with vegetables, fresh juice and cardamon coffee. Clean bathroom and AC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Bottoms Up

Zanzibar City

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 5.7
Fair - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Price from
$18
1 night, 2 adults

Rafiki Apartment

Zanzibar City

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.

i
inn
From
Tanzania
My stay at Rafiki Apartment was absolutely fantastic. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the cleanliness, comfort, and attention to detail in every aspect of the apartment. Firstly, the location was perfect for me. Situated in a quiet neighborhood yet still close to the bustling city center, Rafiki Apartment offered the best of both worlds. Whether I wanted to explore the local attractions or simply unwind in peace, I found everything conveniently within reach. The apartment itself exceeded my expectations. It was spacious, well-furnished, and beautifully decorated, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep every night. I also appreciated the fully equipped kitchen, which allowed me to prepare meals at my convenience. What truly sets Rafiki Apartment apart, however, is the exceptional level of service provided by the staff. From the moment I made my reservation to the day of departure, the staff went above and beyond to ensure that my stay was enjoyable and hassle-free. They were always available to address any questions or concerns I had, and their warm hospitality made me feel right at home. Overall, I cannot recommend Rafiki Apartment highly enough. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, this is the perfect accommodation choice. I will definitely be returning on my next visit to the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
$22.80
1 night, 2 adults

Lost & Found Zanzibar

Zanzibar City

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

O
Olivia
From
Canada
Best hostel I’ve stayed at in East Africa! This is an extremely clean, well kept, modern and lively hostel with great facilities and a perfect location. There are really nice private (but shared) bathrooms and showers, with strong water pressure and hot water. The common areas are super nice and the entire place has great wifi and international wall plugs for foreign travellers. The rooms are also equipped with great air conditioning which is a must in this area. Hostel provided nice linens and towels too! As a solo female backpacker, I always try to find the best and safest female dorms, and these ones were amazing! The staff was also super friendly and accommodating when it came to organizing little trips via their affiliated tour company, and getting me rather cheap airport transport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
Price from
$12.73
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown

Ngambo (Near Zanzibar City)

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.

P
Pereowei
From
Nigeria
The breakfast was good the staff were excellent polite and very courteous.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Price from
$32
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: $15.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews
    Amazing location. Stayed in the women's dorm. Felt more like a summer camp bunk than a hostel. Was very clean and wifi worked. Felt safe the entire time I was here. If you're a budget travel it is one of the better hostels I have been to.
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
    Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
    Guest review by
    Laurastrickers
    Solo traveler

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