Stone Town Travel Guide
Zanzibar Town
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Popular places to visit
Forodhani Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, a lovely green space in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Old Fort
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.
Slave Market
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you spend time at Slave Market. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Christ Church Cathedral
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
You can browse the exhibits at House of Wonders, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Zanzibar Town. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Shangani Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Stone Town
Tembo House Hotel
Very clean rooms. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
I had a wonderful stay at Park Hyatt Zanzibar overall — the service, rooms, location in Stone Town, and breakfast were all excellent and met the Park Hyatt standard. However, the beach/oceanfront experience was very disappointing. I specifically paid extra for an oceanfront room, expecting serene ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Tembo B&B Apartments
Amazing hotel right on the beach. The pools are great and the food and service at restaurant are spectacular. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Maru Maru Hotel
Everything great, hotel, staff, food.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Staff were lovely, the hotel is beautifully located on the ocean with a great pool. Lots of character
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Dhow Palace Hotel
We stayed in an upscale room and was fabulous. This hotel is part museum and the antiques and style make it interesting, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Courtyard pool was very nice. No elevator but would recommend the upper floor rooftop.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
