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A multi-story building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

1. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Very recommended! Amazing hotel! Great location. Extremely helpful staff!!!"
United States
Natasha
The price is AED 1,262
AED 1,495 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A balcony with a view of the sea, a pool, and a building with a tiled roof.

2. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"We had a trouble at check in which was resolved quickly by the helpful staff. The room was clean and had a hairdryer in the bathroom. We loved the rooftop pool. Plenty of breakfast options and a beautiful beach. The location is perfect and we felt very safe there."
United Kingdom
Susannah
The price is AED 383
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tembo House Hotel
Rooftop terrace

3. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, excellent breakfast, beautiful historic building."
Canada
Grazyna
The price is AED 230
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

4. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Beautiful decor in the heart of Stone Town. Staff was outstanding!"
Canada
Julie
The price is AED 395
AED 484 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
A lobby with a marble floor, arched ceilings, and decorative wooden panels.

5. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (136 reviews)
"The hotel looks gorgeous. Pros: * The lobby smells good * The staff is friendly * Rooms are clean * Pool area and playgrounds are clean Cons: * The smells in the room hallways is disturbing * The hallways don’t have a working AC * In the rooms, the lights switch are not intuitive * Rooms seems smaller"
United States
Fleur
The price is AED 632
AED 775 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

6. Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Very outdated hotel, however it was clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Dawn
The price is AED 573
AED 702 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A rooftop terrace with white wicker furniture, a bar area, and a view of historic buildings.

7. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"It is nice to stay there."
United States
MOMO
The price is AED 303
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Maru Maru Hotel
A building with a large arched entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

8. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Pwani Mchangani
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Great staff, good, clean accommodation, good choice of food."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 779
AED 909 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking the beach and ocean.

9. Villa Kiva

Villa Kiva
4.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Excelente todo!"
Mexico
Juan
The price is AED 417
AED 516 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Villa Kiva
An aerial view of a tropical resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a beach area.

10. The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Very clean, great staff"
United States
Tomasz
The price is AED 405
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Zanzibari
A resort with white buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

11. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
4.5 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"I stayed here 5nights with my friends and the experience was great. Very clean with good ambience and yummy buffet breakfast."
United States
Yetunde
The price is AED 804
AED 970 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
A person sitting on a cushioned bench under a thatched roof, overlooking a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

12. Mvuvi Boutique Resort

Mvuvi Boutique Resort
4.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"An absolutely amazing stay! The rooms were really nice and comfortable. The place is right on the beach (literally, you step onto sand once you enter through the gate). And I can not say enough about how thoughtful, considerate, and kind ALL of the staff are - (for example, they stood by our chairs when we left our towels etc to go into the ocean without us asking or anything!). Definitely will be recommending to all my friends."
United States
Kristiann
The price is AED 427
AED 674 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
A beachfront property with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a rocky cliffside.

13. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"The best place i have visited. It made me feel at home"
United States
Carol
The price is AED 989
AED 1,223 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Melia Zanzibar
A balcony with a view of the ocean and boats.

14. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (197 reviews)
"I love the ocean view it was beautiful clear blue waters. The staff were friendly and the room was clean. I enjoyed my stay."
United States
Christina Katende
The price is AED 275
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

15. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
"Good clean room in the heart of Stone Town but away from all the tourist shops and touts. Quiet room with food a/c. Helpful staff."
Canada
Gianfranco
The price is AED 530
AED 646 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a dock by the sea.

16. Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine Lodge
3.5 star property
Matemwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Incredible location, resort, staff and food. I stayed here for 10 nights and it was perfect. The rooms are spacious with a tasteful interior equipped with air conditioning. The villas are situated in a garden with paths, overlooking the ocean on a small cliff. The staff is attentive and eager to provide excellent service. As a solo female traveler I felt very comfortable, safe and well taken care of. I highly recommend!!"
Canada
Catherine
The price is AED 313
AED 391 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sunshine Marine Lodge
A hotel sign with the text "Celebrate Zanzibar's Rhythm" and a view of the hotel buildings with a pool and beach in the foreground.

17. CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm

CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm
3.0 star property
Jambiani
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great beachside location, amazing big rooms with fantastic views. Good breakfast included and their cocktails are cheap and delicious."
United Kingdom
Rhiannon
The price is AED 308
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm
A beach resort with a long pier extending into the ocean, rows of sun loungers, and palm trees.

18. Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mangapwani
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Very clean resort! Friendly staff especially Ms Tausi who was extremely helpful with our needs. We had all inclusive experience and it was great! Will highly recommend 👌"
United States
Suzy
The price is AED 895
AED 1,165 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
A beach scene with a hammock, thatched-roof huts, and palm trees.

19. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Great resort with great food!"
United Kingdom
Charlie
The price is AED 798
AED 955 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a round table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

20. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Team was great, facility was beautiful, good food variety, and very nice ambiance."
United States
Sabrina
The price is AED 884
AED 1,068 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast buffet covered everybody’s needs and was all beautifully cooked and displayed. The staff were very friendly, helpful and attentive. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and am happy to recommend the hotel."
Janet 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Tembo House Hotel