3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Stone town is very dirty and old. A lot of hawkers.
Zanzibar Town Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Zanzibar Town
Stone Town
4/5(33 area reviews)
Stone Town is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Slave Market or House of Wonders.
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (834 reviews)
Great place in Zanzibar
"Fantastic service. Wonderful staff. Nice breakfast. Perfect location."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds, clean bathroom, air-conditioned, great rooftop restaurant, live entertainment, central location."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Malindi Road, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is 2.116.611 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
2.116.611 ₫
2.799.937 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zanzibar Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
"much improved stay this time, same room just by chance"
Reviewed on 30 May 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hamamni Persian Baths and Jaw's ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (76 reviews)
"We had a problem with airconditioner . But was fixed super fast . We were so impressed. We will return as the hotel is so good in all areas"
Reviewed on 26 May 2025
Mama's House
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Masingini Forest and Chapwani Island ...
"Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property"
Reviewed on 11 Sep 2024
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park ...
"Well equipped and beautiful view."
Reviewed on 25 Nov 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
Shangani Beach
4.5/5(3 reviews)
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.
Slave Market
4/5(30 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you spend time at Slave Market. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Forodhani Gardens
4/5(10 reviews)
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
4/5(22 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.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
House of Wonders
3.5/5(4 reviews)
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.
Reviews of Zanzibar Town
4.4
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Very welcoming , friendly people. Hi higly recommend this destination and stone town view hotel.
5/5 - Excellent
LB
Go north to Kendwa / Nungwi, it's a completely different world and pretty much paradise.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
One has to be very carefuly interms of tours. Some will rip u off. Some will be average, some cheap bt cheap is expensive coz u wil end up paying most tour entry all by yourself wherever u go while already paid some amount.So do the maths carefully.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Stone Town is very poor and run down so don't expect the 'wow' factor. The majority of decent architecture has seen much better days but still a fascinating insight into the history of the island.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Loved the beach at Kendwa rock, prison island, the people seemed honest, spice gardens was quite educative.
- Shangani Beach
- Slave Market
- Forodhani Gardens
- Old Fort
- House of Wonders
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Chapwani Island
- Malindi Mosque
- Darajani Market
- Mbweni Ruins
- Hamamni Persian Baths
- Beit el-Sahel
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Livingstone's House
- Freddie Mercury Museum
- Marahubi Palace
- Jaw's Corner
- Masingini Forest