5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
So much history, the beaches are beautiful, the food is good!
Zanzibar Town
Travel Guide
Visit Zanzibar Town
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 House of Wonders while you're in town.
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town
Book a stay at this 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! (926 reviews)
The hotel was lovely and the stafd were all very nice and friendly
Reviewed on 19 December 2025
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Shangani Street Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 1,367 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
AED 1,367
AED 1,616 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (267 reviews)
It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 328 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 328
AED 406 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
good
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
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
Book a stay at this 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
Mango restaurant and apartment hotel
New Mkunazini Rd Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Slave Market and Hamamni Persian ...
Mama's House
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Masingini Forest and Chapwani Island are ...
5/10 (2 reviews)
Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property
Reviewed on 11 September 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.
Popular places to visit
Forodhani Gardens
4/5(55 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, a lovely green space in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Shangani Beach
4/5(7 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Slave Market
4.5/5(83 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Slave Market. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Old Fort
4/5(73 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Old Fort. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Christ Church Cathedral
4/5(45 reviews)
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
House of Wonders
3.5/5(30 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at House of Wonders, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
- Forodhani Gardens
- Shangani Beach
- Slave Market
- Old Fort
- Christ Church Cathedral
- House of Wonders
- Chapwani Island
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
- Darajani Market
- Hamamni Persian Baths
- Mbweni Ruins
- Freddie Mercury Museum
- Malindi Mosque
- Livingstone's House
- Beit el-Sahel
- People's Palace Museum
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Marahubi Palace
- Jaw's Corner
- Shakti Temple
- Masingini Forest
