A list by Ella Hofer & Tim Costa. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best hotel suites in Zanzibar City, Tanzania. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Located on the beach front, the private garden boasts an outdoor pool. The villa offers a bedroom with king size bed, a bathroom and a spacious living room. About the hotel: Zanzi Resort is situated on the shore of the Indian Ocean, 15 km from the historic town of Stone Town and a 30-minute drive from the Zanzibar International Airport. Each spacious villa and bungalow offers an intimate environment. Ocean-front villas have a private patio with a pool, a lush tropical garden, and a gazebo draped in mosquito nets. The bungalows are located in the garden area with access to the main swimming pool. A guest relations attaché is available to help plan day trips and excursions. Guests can choose to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in their private villa or bungalow, in the restaurant, or on the beach. We offer local cuisine prepared for an international palate with fresh seafood accompanied by organic vegetables and spices picked from our own eco-plantation. Massages are offered beside the ocean with water sports facilities available on site. Free bicycles are available and excursions can be arranged at the tour desk.Show full description
This air-conditioned, individually decorated suite offers free Wi-Fi and a separate living room with sofa, lounge entrance and bathroom. Facilities include a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath, shower and a bathrobe.
Maximum occupancy is 4 adults the 4th single bed is placed in lounge area (see Hotel Policies for charges). About the hotel: Zanzibar Palace Hotel is located in Stone Town on Zanzibar Island. All suites feature Zanzibari, Arabic and English décor and are fitted with tiled floors. Some suites offer a balcony and a sun deck with a hot tub. It offers individually decorated suites with free Wi-Fi. The beach is within 1 km from the hotel where guests can enjoy water activities. Each one includes a seating area with a flat-screen TV and telephone. Palace Restaurant offers a breakfast buffet daily, while à-la-carte specialties prepared from fresh ingredients, are served in the evening. A wide variety of wines are available at the bar and restaurant. Zanzibar Palace spa offers relaxing massage treatments upon request. The hotel’s tour desk can arrange local excursions and activities, all at an added fee. Memorable souvenirs are available at the gift shop. Forodhani Gardens and Old Fort is a 4-minute walk from Zanzibar Palace. Zanzibar Airport is 10 minutes’ drive away. An airport shuttle is available upon request.Show full description
This air-conditioned suite is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a sofa, mosquito nets, a minibar and a telephone. The bathroom contains a spa bath and free toiletries. About the hotel: Offering a restaurant, the historical Kisiwa House is located in the heart of historical Stone Town in Zanzibar. Free Wi-Fi access is available. As one of the oldest buildings in Stown Town, Kisiwa House combines historical elements with fresh and modern design. Decorated in Swahili style, the spacious rooms offer plush interiors and are fitted with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. Featuring a spa bath, private bathrooms also offer hairdryers, bathrobes and free toiletries. Panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean can be enjoyed from the roof-top restaurant, which offers local and international cuisine. Guests at Kisiwa House can relax in the garden or unwind in the courtyard lounge by the fountain. The property is within walking distance to museums, antique shops and famous landmarks. Zanzibar International Airport is a 10 minute drive from Kisiwa House. Airport Shuttles can be arranged at an additional surcharge.Show full description
This suite features a balcony, electric kettle and flat-screen TV. About the hotel: Mizingani Seafront Hotel is situated just a 2-minute walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. The hotel offers a restaurant, outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk. Free private parking is available on site. The bright, air-conditioned rooms feature Zanzibari décor and feature a private entrance. They come fitted with a seating area, mosquito net draped over the bed, a flat-screen satellite TV and a safe. The private bathroom come with a uniquely designed bathtub or shower. At Mizingani Seafront Hotel the restaurant has an à la carte and buffet menu offering a variety of dishes. Guests can relax on the terrace or unwind in the hamman. Nearby attractions include the House of Wonders and Forodhani Gardens which are 350 metres away. Free WiFi is available in public areas and an airport shuttle can be arranged at a surcharge. The Zanzibar International Airport is 8.5 km away.Show full description
This twin room features 2 handcrafted single beds. About the hotel: Situated in the heart of Stone Town. The en suite bathrooms come with a shower. It is located just 500 metres from the fruit and fish market of Darajan. The air-conditioned rooms all include Zanzibari-style furnishings and are equipped with a fan. The entire property and all rooms have free wifi. Shaba Boutique Hotel is located only a 2-minute walk from the House of Wonders museum and 5 minutes’ walk from the Fordahani Gardens. Zanzibar International Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
This room offers views of the Indian Ocean and is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. A private bathroom comprises a bathtub, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. About the hotel: Featuring a seafront location in Zanzibar City, Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This air-conditioned hotel comes with free WiFi access and has a spa and wellness centre. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Private bathrooms comprise a bathtub, free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bidet. Views are provided from all rooms. Guest staying at Park Hyatt Zanzibar are also offered a fitness centre, a tour desk and a luggage storage. Activites like snorkeling, diving, golf and various other can be enjoyed on site or in the surrounding area. The Hotel is 43 km away from Jozani Chwaka National Park and 11 km from Masingini Forest. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 8Km from Park Hyatt Zanzibar. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is 1 km away.Show full description
This air-conditioned suite comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities.
The private bathroom includes free toiletries. About the hotel: Jafferji House is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of the historical Stone Town. Old Fort and the House of Wonders can both be reached within 200 metres of the property. Each air-conditioned room comes equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathrooms include free toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available. Zanzibar Airport is 7.1 km away and the town of Zanzibar is an 8-minute drive away.Show full description
This air-conditioned suite features a sea view or beach front balcony, a seating area, hammam bath and shower. It offers complimentary drinking water and tea-and-coffee making facilities. About the hotel: Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views. The hotel's Bahari Restaurant offers local as well international cuisine. Room service is available and packed lunches can be arranged. Other facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting facilities, a shared lounge, concierge and laundry services. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving and cycling. The property offers free parking. Zanzibar port is a 5-minute drive away and the Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from Tembo House Hotel. Offering three different swimming pools including a roof top pool.Show full description
The room offers a king bed, a private balcony with a view, a bathroom equipped with a shower and bath . The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated and offer facilities like a mini bar,complimentary WiFi and double glazed windows .
Complimentary return airport/ferry transfers are included. About the hotel: Located in Zanzibar City, 5.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers a kids' club, room service and free WiFi. Certain units at the property include a terrace with a sea view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa every room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa offers a children's playground. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zanzibar City, like canoeing. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, a business centre and ironing service at the property. Cinema Afrique is 4.1 km from Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa, while Old Dispensary is 4.4 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 10 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This spacious room features 2 balconies with views of the Indian Ocean, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an electric kettle. An en suite bathroom with a bathrobe, slippers and a spa bath overlooking the ocean is also included. About the hotel: Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this resort is 25 kilometres from Zanzibar Airport. Each room at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar contains an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels also 4 bars and 3 restaurants are offered on site. Offering a private balcony with a view. Mangapwani Restaurant serves local and international cuisine, Terrace Restaurant offers casual dining and Kobe Restaurant provides guests with a light lunch at the swimming pool at Zanzibar Sea Cliff Resort & Spa. A bar on a private beach, the Kobe Poolside Bar and the Jetty Bar are also offered. The Zanzi Bar features views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can relax at the Shwari Spa or enjoy kayaking, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing at Zanzibar Sea Cliff Resort & Spa . A recreation centre with billiards, table tennis and 2 tennis courts are also available. Stone Town is 18 kilometres from Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar.Show full description
This suite features a seating area, sofa and tea/coffee maker. About the hotel: Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town is located within 7 kilometres from the Zanzibar International Airport. This refurbished, historical hotel boasts rich and warm décor in a traditional Zanzibari-style and features hand-carved furnishings. The classic rooms offer free WiFi and come complete with air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV and a laptop-sized safe. The modern bathroom has a shower, hairdryer and bathrobes. Extras include a small refrigerator and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. At Spice Tree by Turaco - Stone Town breakfast is served and the à la carte restaurant offers guests a romantic atmosphere for dining. There is a tour desk and babysitting services available. Guests can enjoy a dip in the partially indoor swimming pool and unwind in the lush Garden Restaurant. Stone Town's historical attractions such as the Sultan’s Palace, House of Wonders and Old Fort of Zanzibar are 2.5 km away.Show full description
This spacious suite is comprised of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this suite also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds. About the hotel: Set in Zanzibar Region, 7 km from Stone Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi is available in the rooms. Each room has modern decor, is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Views of the sea or pool are featured in certain rooms. For your comfort, you will find a minibar, coffee machine, slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer in the room. The Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a restaurant on site. Both buffet-style and a la carte dining options are available. Room service is offered at the property and BBQ facilities are available at a surcharge. There is a 24-hour front desk offering currency exchange and shuttle services. There is a fitness centre and gift shop at the property. Free private parking is available on site. Peace Memorial Museum and House of Wonders are 7 km from Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort. The Zanzibar International Airport is 13 km from the resort and transfers can be arranged at a surcharge.Show full description
This double room has a balcony, tile/marble floor and bathrobe.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 adults (see Hotel Policies). Children and infants counts towards maximum occupancy. About the hotel: Featuring barbecue facilities, The Seyyida Hotel and Spa is situated in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is close to popular attractions like Peace Memorial Museum, Old Dispensary and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar. The units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Rooms have a private bathroom with a bath. At The Seyyida Hotel and Spa each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers an outdoor pool. Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar is a 4-minute walk from The Seyyida Hotel and Spa. An airport shuttle can be arranged upon request and Zanzibar Airport is 8 km away.Show full description
This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed. About the hotel: Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial Museum. It is situated 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Featuring a balcony with garden views, this bed and breakfast also includes a satellite flat-screen TV, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a buffet breakfast. A shared terrace can be found at Tembo B&B Apartments, along with a shared lounge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include House of Wonders, Old Fort of Zanzibar and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar.Show full description
This air-conditioned room overlooks the garden. It is decorated with a mix of African and Arabian-style furnishings.
It offers a four-poster bed and a modern, private bathroom including a step-in shower with seats.
An iron and hairdryer are available upon request.
Please note that this room cannot accommodate an extra bed. About the hotel: Maru Maru Hotel’s cocktail bar has 360-degree views over Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. The property provides an onsite restaurant and complimentary Wi-Fi . Overlooking the town or garden, the air-conditioned rooms have furniture made by local producers. Some have wooden ceiling beams and a step-in shower with seats in the private bathroom. Featuring chandeliers and stained-glass windows, Fountain Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and dinner. Terrace Restaurant offers Indian cuisine and room service is available. Hotel Maru Maru also has a bar and barbecue facilities. The 24-hour reception can arrange massages, car hire and trips, including Stone Town tours and dolphin watching. Stone Town Beach and Forodhani Gardens are less than 5 minutes’ walk, and Jozani Forest is 40 minutes by car. On-site parking is free and an airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge from Zanzibar International Airport, 8 km away. The ferry terminal to the mainland is 12 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
This air-conditioned family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with city views. The unit has 3 beds. About the hotel: Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers full-day security and a housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hair dryer and a desk. The bed and breakfast offers certain units that include a terrace and garden view, and every unit includes a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, every unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 7 km from Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park.Show full description
Situated just a 5-minute walk from House of Wonders, Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique features a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the harbour and city. Each en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the hotel. The modern, air-conditioned rooms all come with satellite TV, mini-fridge and safety deposit box. Bamnara Rooftop Restaurant serves a variety of Zanzibari and international cuisine.Guests can enjoy snacks and homemade pastries at Dock Café. The hotel also offers a tour desk and conference facilities. Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique is located a 2-minute walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Zanzibar International Airport is 8 km from the hotel.Show full description
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