5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
So much history, the beaches are beautiful, the food is good!
Zanzibar Town
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Where to stay in Zanzibar Town
Stone Town
4/5(179 area reviews)
Stone Town is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Slave Market and Old Fort while you're in town.
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (896 reviews)
Good
Reviewed on 25 October 2025
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 1,249 per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
AED 1,249
AED 1,480 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
Great hotel, staff is excellent.
Reviewed on 25 September 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (560 reviews)
Lhôtel est bien placé dans la vieille ville, pas très loin de la mer et des attractions touristiques principales. La chambre était spacieuse, la literie confortable et le service impeccable. Malheureusement, elle donnait sur une cour intérieure très bruyante vers 6 H du matin lorsque les employés ...
Reviewed on 26 October 2025
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.
Antonio Garden Hotel
Kajificheni St, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hamamni Persian Baths and Jaw's ...
8/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
The hotel is in a very convenient location. It is a short walk to the Forodhani Gardens and the former Slave Market. There are several restaurants closeby especially a very popular one Lukmaan. The area around the hotel is bustling in the day and quiet at night. A taxi cannot drive up to this property ...
Reviewed on 12 October 2025
Villa Andrea
Chukwani, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park and Peace Memorial ...
The hostess was very accommodating and really wonderful. She made sure everything was taken care of, and truly was pride of ownership. Wonderful oceanfront property with a small swimming pool. I hope to return again in the future.
Reviewed on 7 October 2025
AYAA LUXURY APARTMENT 4TH FLOOR
Kikwajuni House No 40, 40, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park ...
5.4/10 (3 reviews)
Well equipped and beautiful view.
Reviewed on 25 November 2024
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.
Reviews of Zanzibar Town
4.3
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I can easily see why Stone Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site! The history and culture there is indeed a treasure. I can only hope that tourism will help, not hinder, the preservation of this amazing place!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The town is lovely- narrow streets and friendly people. However the high level of men offering personal tours or the Hakuna Mataram” wraps or scarves was not comfortable. Was very happy to leave that scene.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Get ready for a great time with excellent people
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Sharpen your bartering skills before heading out onto the streets!
3/5 - Okay
Lynn
You can visit the town in a day, recommend staying outside of town at a beach resort if that is your interest.
- Slave Market
- Shangani Beach
- Forodhani Gardens
- Old Fort
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
- House of Wonders
- Chapwani Island
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Darajani Market
- Malindi Mosque
- Mbweni Ruins
- Hamamni Persian Baths
- Beit el-Sahel
- People's Palace Museum
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Marahubi Palace
- Freddie Mercury Museum
- Shakti Temple
- Livingstone's House
- Jaw's Corner
- Masingini Forest
