Name: Zenji Hotel
Address: Malawi Road, Zanzibar City, Tanzania, Malawi Road, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $43 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

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Hotel Zenji Hotel

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Nora and the staff were very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was great! We did a prison island tour to see the giant turtles, and I HIGHLY recommend it! The giant turtles are honestly worth the trip to Zanzibar alien :)

Brent

United States of America

Fantastic location, wonderful staff and great value for the money!

Sondra

United States of America

Zenji is a GEM! I was so glad to have found it! The staff is absolutely amazing, so kind and helpful, and that always make a big difference, especially when travelling alone. I'll definitely be staying here again!

Brandi

United States of America

The decor was lovely, the staff delightful and the location perfect. What more could we ask? We especially liked the balcony to our room, which allowed us to look down over the traffic for some great "people watching!" The restaurant was a good spot for a snack or lite supper when we were just too tired to venture back out into the chaos. Great to have an ATM right across the street! The shop on the first floor sells some lovely fair trade products: great gifts to take home in support of local projects. We took everyone's advice and got "lost" in Stonetown....so much to see and experience.

Bronwen

United States of America

The staff are absolutely wonderful! Generous and very helpful with any request. The breakfast was great & their wifi (in case you are a business traveller) is perfect. The Cafe downstairs is also very convenient for a quick coffee or planning the day ahead.

Hala

Egypt

Loved the breakfast variety, location was great! Staff were exceptional, little restaurant downstairs was great! Very good cappuccino! Beds were comfortable, rooms have good air conditioning, shared bathrooms were clean.

Wayne

South Africa

This is a good location on the edge of new/old stone town but a bit loud (bring ear plugs) close walking distance to Foodhari Gardens. Good AC. The staff are especially helpful with tours/adventures in and around stone town, for good prices. Their boutique sells lovely local made crafts and up-cycled jwelery and jars made from re-used paper and bottles, a worthy cause to support. They even let me check out in the morning and use the storage closet for my suitcases and let me have a shower (after check out) before my flight with no extra charge!

Dana

United States of America

staff is really kind, rooms are completely clean and the breakfast is incredible! Totally recommend that place!

Anonymous

Germany

Beautiful clean rooms, extremely welcoming staff, excellent breakfast- this hotel definitely had the X-Factor: 10/10!

Emma

New Zealand

The staff were always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great, with pancakes and fresh juices. Clean and comfortable. Cafe that is attached to the hotel is excellent with some good choice of food and milkshakes, ice cream etc.

Karl

Ireland

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9.6

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“Nora and the staff were very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was great! We did a prison island tour to see the giant turtles, and I HIGHLY recommend it!”

Brent United States of America
“Fantastic location, wonderful staff and great value for the money!”

Sondra United States of America
“Zenji is a GEM! I was so glad to have found it! The staff is absolutely amazing, so kind and helpful, and that always make a big difference, especially when travelling alone.”

Brandi United States of America
“The decor was lovely, the staff delightful and the location perfect. What more could we ask?”

Bronwen United States of America
“The staff are absolutely wonderful! Generous and very helpful with any request. The breakfast was great & their wifi (in case you are a business traveller) is perfect.”

Hala Egypt
“Loved the breakfast variety, location was great! Staff were exceptional, little restaurant downstairs was great! Very good cappuccino!”

Wayne South Africa
“This is a good location on the edge of new/old stone town but a bit loud (bring ear plugs) close walking distance to Foodhari Gardens. Good AC.”

Dana United States of America
“staff is really kind, rooms are completely clean and the breakfast is incredible! Totally recommend that place!”

Germany
“Beautiful clean rooms, extremely welcoming staff, excellent breakfast- this hotel definitely had the X-Factor: 10/10!”

Emma New Zealand
“The staff were always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great, with pancakes and fresh juices. Clean and comfortable.”

Karl Ireland

Offering a restaurant, Zenji Hotel is located in Zanzibar City. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room is air-conditioned and features a balcony. The room is equipped with a safe, work desk and includes bed linen.

At Zenji Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage, an ironing service and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be in the surroundings, including cycling and snorkeling. The property offers free parking.

Zanzibar International Airport is 5.6 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Zanzibar City, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Zanzibar City! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Free parking

Non-smoking rooms

24-hour front desk

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.

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Located in the best-rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.5

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Cinema Afrique
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Old Dispensary
0.2 miles
Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar
0.3 miles
The Zanzibar Curio shop
0.4 miles
House of Wonders
0.4 miles
Hamamni Persian Baths
0.4 miles
Old Fort of Zanzibar
0.5 miles
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
0.5 miles
Peace Memorial Museum
0.8 miles
Maruhubi Historical Sites
1.3 miles

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Archipelago Cafe-Restaurant Restaurant
0.6 miles

Closest Airports *

Kisauni Airport
4.3 miles
Julius Nyerere Airport
50.2 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Fantastic cafe and location for the ferry”

Neil

United Kingdom

“The staff at Zenji was great, everybody made themselves available to answer all our questions and requests. The breakfast is great and please don't miss the...”

Patricia

Portugal

“The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful. The rooms were comfortable, we had a shared bathroom that more than sufficed. Breakfast was good and the restaura...”

Robert

United Kingdom

9.5

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

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From 12:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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This property doesn't offer cribs.

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Pets are not allowed.

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“Nora and the staff were very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was great! We did a prison island tour to see the giant turtles, and I HIGHLY recommend it! The giant turtles are honestly worth the trip to Zanzibar alien :)”

“Zenji is a GEM! I was so glad to have found it! The staff is absolutely amazing, so kind and helpful, and that always make a big difference, especially when travelling alone. I'll definitely be staying here again!”

“The decor was lovely, the staff delightful and the location perfect. What more could we ask? We especially liked the balcony to our room, which allowed us to look down over the traffic for some great "people watching!" The restaurant was a good spot for a snack or lite supper when we were just too tired to venture back out into the chaos. Great to have an ATM right across the street! The shop on the first floor sells some lovely fair trade products: great gifts to take home in support of local projects. We took everyone's advice and got "lost" in Stonetown....so much to see and experience.”

“The staff are absolutely wonderful! Generous and very helpful with any request. The breakfast was great & their wifi (in case you are a business traveller) is perfect. The Cafe downstairs is also very convenient for a quick coffee or planning the day ahead.”

“Loved the breakfast variety, location was great! Staff were exceptional, little restaurant downstairs was great! Very good cappuccino! Beds were comfortable, rooms have good air conditioning, shared bathrooms were clean.”

“This is a good location on the edge of new/old stone town but a bit loud (bring ear plugs) close walking distance to Foodhari Gardens. Good AC. The staff are especially helpful with tours/adventures in and around stone town, for good prices. Their boutique sells lovely local made crafts and up-cycled jwelery and jars made from re-used paper and bottles, a worthy cause to support. They even let me check out in the morning and use the storage closet for my suitcases and let me have a shower (after check out) before my flight with no extra charge!”

“The staff were always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great, with pancakes and fresh juices. Clean and comfortable. Cafe that is attached to the hotel is excellent with some good choice of food and milkshakes, ice cream etc.”

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Reviewed: August 21, 2019

Emma Sandford
New Zealand
10

“Perfect! L”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful clean rooms, extremely welcoming staff, excellent breakfast- this hotel definitely had the X-Factor: 10/10!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 20, 2019

Guillaume
Germany
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
Central location, beautiful and spacious room

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 18, 2019

Karl
Ireland
10

“Great people, great place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were always helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great, with pancakes and fresh juices. Clean and comfortable. Cafe that is attached to the hotel is excellent with some good choice of food and milkshakes, ice cream etc.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Sew
Malaysia
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location, Clean room, Nice staffs

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 13, 2019

Finn
Netherlands
9.2

“Absolutely lovely.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
The only downside is the location near the port. It is convenient if you travel by ferry (you can walk it in 5 minutes), but it is not the best neighborhood in town. But don't let that put you off. I will still recommend this hotel!
The hotel is top-notch. As the hotel is run partly by Dutch people, it has a good feel for European values and standards. Also the food is excellent!

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Brent
United States of America
10

“Great staff, great location, and awesome rooftop breakfast!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nora and the staff were very nice and welcoming. The breakfast was great! We did a prison island tour to see the giant turtles, and I HIGHLY recommend it! The giant turtles are honestly worth the trip to Zanzibar alien :)

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: May 25, 2019

HAŞİM
United States of America

5 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
kind staff, clean and good location.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 25, 2019

Chuck
Canada
8.8

“The rooftop terrace and the air conditioning and the location enhanced our stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We had no concerns.
The hotel was helpful storing our bags, offering a nice breakfast and booking for us a van to take us up Island. They also have some interesting fair trade wooden items for sale. The staff were friendly, helpful and courteous. The rooftop terrace was very delightful for breakfast. Air conditioning was essential due to the humidity.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 11, 2019

Anonymous
Spain

1 helpful vote
3.8

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very noisy and not well organized. Breakfast not ready on time. Check out problems too.
Location and staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 8, 2019

Anonymous
Spain

1 helpful vote
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Noisy place, lot is traffic.
Well located

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 18, 2019

Li.Pe.
Lithuania
Age group: 35 – 44
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location!

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: March 1, 2019

Mark
France
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Busy area close to port but only around 15 minutes walk to town centre.
A hotel building with character, well maintained and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 25, 2019

Kim
United Kingdom
9.6

“Beautiful hotel, even more amazing staff!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Noisy traffic outside. But do think many other hotels will have the same problem, as that is just the case whenever you are staying in a city. Didn't bother me too much.
Was in Zanzibar for Sauti za Busara and can really recommend this hotel. Breakfast is simple, but good, location was perfect for me (close to most things) and LOVED the airconditioning in the rooms. The staff was extremely helpful. Would like to give a big shoutout to Nourah. He helped me a lot when my phone got stolen and managed to get the police report for me, even after I had left Zanzibar! Haven't had such incredible staff in a hotel in a long time. Cannot express my gratitude enough, to him and all the other staff that helped me out! Would definitely go back if I was visiting Stone Town again.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 19, 2019

Lucy
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My room was a bit noisy from taxi office next to hotel playing same announcement over and over. Quiet at night though. Also not really central for enjoying best bits of Stone town - was about 15 minutes walk...but I like walking so not a problem for me.
Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely breakfasts. Very clean. Convenient for ferry. Loved the locally made fragranced soaps, and room was very comfortable.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 19, 2019

Julie
Spain
9.6

“Very professional.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very good breakfast and nice staff.

Stayed in February 2019

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