A list by Anna Holt & Elli Nordin. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with hotels with great views in Zanzibar City, Tanzania. Hotels with wonderful sea views, city views and rooftop views and properties with views over the Indian Ocean. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Beach front location. Highly elegant. Great views. Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodation with a view of the Indian Ocean. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a café and 2 restaurants. The Terrace Seafood Restaurant features an open-air rooftop terrace and has ocean views. Zanzibar Serena Inn offers free private parking. All rooms are decorated with traditional furnishings and feature a satellite TV, mini bar and a tea and coffee maker. Each has a private bathroom with a bath and shower with free toiletries. There is 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi. International and Swahili dishes are available at the Baharia Restaurant. The Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop serve a wide selection of drinks, snacks and traditional pastries. Guests can relax and sunbathe poolside or on the beach. Other local activities include swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and diving. House of Wonders is a 5-minute drive away. Zanzibar International Airport and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are within a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Zanzibar City.
Unique. Rooftop restaurant. Located in Zanzibar City, the unique and historical Zanzibar Coffee House offers individually designed rooms and suites. It features a coffee shop and a roof top terrace, overlooking Stone Town. The rooms combine old-world charm and antique details with modern conveniences. Each room is fitted with a ceiling fan and a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. Free WiFi is available. Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace. The hotel's café is situated downstairs and offers a variety of coffees, prepared by trained baristas. Guests can also indulge in cakes or order meals and snacks. Zanzibar Coffee House has a 24-hour front desk, concierge and laundry services. Zanzibar Airport is 8 km away and airport transfers can be arranged for a surcharge.Show full description
Lively. Great views. 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 hotel has outstanding views, a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool!
Close to beach front. Rooftop pool. 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 bed and breakfast has a great beach front location.
Charming. Rooftop bar. Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views. Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan and mosquito net are provided in all rooms at Kholle House. Each is individually decorated with exposed wooden beams, bright colours and antique furnishings. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property. The hotel organises an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.Show full description
This is the most charming, cool and creative hotel with great views in Zanzibar City. WOW!
Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings.Opened January 2021. Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Manor House by Sansi is located in Zanzibar City, 5.6 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 6.5 km from Hamamni Persian Baths. The property is set 6.7 km from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, 6.7 km from Cinema Afrique and 6.9 km from Old Fort of Zanzibar. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at The Manor House by Sansi also offer a sea view. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. Guests at The Manor House by Sansi can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. Speaking English and Swahili at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. House of Wonders is 6.9 km from The Manor House by Sansi, while Old Dispensary is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND RELAXING boutique hotels in Zanzibar City. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great for yoga. Situated in Zanzibar City, 7.8 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers babysitting service and a concierge service. Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar provides some units with city views, and the rooms have a balcony. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel the rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the accommodation each room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. Hamamni Persian Baths is 8.7 km from Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar, while St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral is 8.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Trendy. Rooftop bar. Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views. Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. Guests can relax by the swimming pool or on the roof-top terrace. The restaurant serves a variety of local Zanzibari and international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Dhow Palace Hotel is located just 300 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from the House of Wonders. The Ferry Port is 1 km away and Zanzibar Airport is 5 km from the hotel.Show full description
Elegant. 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
Opened September 2022. Situated within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach, Sharazad Wonders Boutique in Zanzibar City has a number of amenities including a garden, a terrace and a bar. Featuring free bikes, the 1-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. At Sharazad Wonders Boutique each room comes with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Sharazad Wonders Boutique. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Peace Memorial Museum, Old Fort of Zanzibar and House of Wonders. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 8 km from Sharazad Wonders Boutique, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Beach front location. Elegant. 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. Views are provided from all rooms. 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. 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
Beach front location. Lively. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, BARIDI VILLA is located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Kiwengwa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. A balcony with outdoor furniture and pool views is offered in each unit. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. The units at the bed and breakfast come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, a hair dryer and free toiletries. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the bed and breakfast. Peace Memorial Museum is 39 km from BARIDI VILLA, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 41 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre, Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel is set in Zanzibar City, 6 km from Peace Memorial Museum. Built in 2015, the property is within 8 km of The Zanzibar Curio shop and 6.5 km from Stone Town. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a bath, while some feature sea views. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a hot tub, free toiletries and a desk. Guest rooms provide guests with a fridge. A continental or buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The hotel offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool. You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel,a car hire is also available. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German and English. Karume Institute of Science and Technology is 2.2 km from Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel.Show full description
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this resort is 25 kilometres from Zanzibar Airport. 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. The Zanzi Bar features views of the Indian Ocean. Each room at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar contains an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. 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. 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
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. 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. Each en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. 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
Offering city views, Garden Lodge in Zanzibar City offers accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the lodge, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near Garden Lodge include Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 6 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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. Views of the sea or pool are featured in certain rooms. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. 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
Cool.Opened September 2021. Shoki Shoki House Stone Town provides accommodation in Zanzibar City near Hamamni Persian Baths and Old Dispensary. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Old Fort of Zanzibar, House of Wonders, and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar. Rooms come with a safety deposit box and some rooms include city views. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. The rooms at Shoki Shoki House Stone Town have air conditioning and a desk. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near the accommodation 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 Shoki Shoki House Stone Town.Show full description
Set in Zanzibar City, 4.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Sea View Beach Hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a sea view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Hamamni Persian Baths is 5.3 km from Sea View Beach Hotel, while St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral is 5.6 km from the property. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Featuring sea views, Dreams Hotel Zanzibar provides accommodation with balcony, around 1.2 km from Stone Town Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features full-day security, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The country house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. The units are equipped with heating facilities. At the country house, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and high tea and serves African cuisine. You can play table tennis at Dreams Hotel Zanzibar, and car hire is available. Babysitting service is also available for guests at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Dreams Hotel Zanzibar include Peace Memorial Museum, Cinema Afrique and Old Dispensary. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 7 km from the country house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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