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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. A balcony with outdoor furniture and pool views is offered in each unit. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

The atmosphere and view were amazing! Would definitely come back again and again.

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9
Wonderful
132 reviews
Price from
$56.70
per night

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.

The facilities are amazing. The breakfast is extraordinarily good. The location of the main hotel is great, in front of the beach and 4 minutes walking from the Forodhani Park. The staff is also very friendly and helpful! I highly recommend staying there.

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8.3
Very Good
1,423 reviews
Price from
$76.50
per night

At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a desk. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and sea views is offered in every unit. The units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

It was a good location, just north of Stone Town, from which to travel around Zanzibar. They offer tours but we hired a car. Jamal gave us lots of advice of where to go etc... Food was great, we had breakfast and opted for evening meals because the food was good. The sea is just below and good for swimming. Would go back.

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8.7
Excellent
172 reviews
Price from
$72.68
per night

Located in Stone Town, Kiponda B&B features a rooftop breakfast bar offering views of the city. The Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is 350 metres away and the beach is a 5-minute walk from the property.

Kiponda B&B is within 1 km from a variety of restaurants and the Mercury’s Bar is 350 metres away. The Masingini Forest is within 11 km and Zanzibar International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Nice room, lovely roof terrace, great people

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8
Very Good
220 reviews
Price from
$76.50
per night

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.

The hotel is an excellent location just behind the Old Dispensary (historical building), making it convenient to ask for directions in case you get lost in the small winding streets of the old town. Hotel embodies the traditional charm that Zanzibar is known for, both in its decor and kindness. Furthermore, every nook of the hotel exudes an Instagram-worthy aesthetic, providing ample opportunities to capture beautiful photos. Finally, don't miss the chance to enjoy the city's vibrant atmosphere from the stunning rooftop terrace. P.S. During my stay at the hotel, I noticed that they upgrading the electrical sockets to accommodate all types of plugs, eliminating the need for any adapters.

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8.8
Excellent
993 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house offers garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

The guest house features some units that have a balcony and sea view, and every unit is fitted with a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the guest house, all units are soundproof.

It's an amazing house, that has been wonderfully restored and maintained. The garden, in particular, is spectacular. Szilvia has done a brilliant job and is a fantastic host. Highly recommended

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8.9
Excellent
21 reviews
Price from
$115
per night

Balcony House has 11 bedrooms. Each room is equipped with mosquito net and ceiling fan. Some rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, while others have access to shared bathrooms. Air-conditioning is available in most room. Some rooms have view to the ocean, others to the street. All rooms have access to a shared balcony, terrace, living room, kitchen, dining room and bathrooms. Free WiFi is available.

The location, the space, the reception, the service, the views

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7.9
Good
1,005 reviews
Price from
$14.07
per night

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum. All rooms feature a kitchen and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The host and his stuff members were very friendly and helping with everything we needed. The host arranged a taxi driver to pick up us from the airport for a very reasonable price. The location is great, you are just in couple minutes at the beach, where you can enjoy your drink at some beach bar. Regarding excursions, feel free to ask the host what he recommends. He organised for us a day trip to prison island and nakupenda. All in total was a great value for money and a nice experience. A very concrete sign, that the satisfaction of his guests is the main interest of this host, is that he asked everytime if everything went well during our stay in stone town. I totally recommend this place to stay!

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7.8
Good
453 reviews
Price from
$24.30
per night

All units feature air conditioning and a cable flat-screen TV. A fridge and kettle are also offered. At the bed and breakfast, units have bed linen and towels.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for pub crawls.

The place is a walking distance from the ferry. You can choose to walk while enjoying the site if you don't have too much luggage. Very close to every amenity, beach, restaurants, clubs etc

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6.8
Review score
386 reviews
Price from
$17.95
per night

The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units 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 the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Very good located, only few minutes walking distance to restaurants and bars. Very friendly staff especially Ali at the reception! Can highly recommend this hotel for short or long stays.

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6.6
Review score
154 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

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For travelers who enjoy beauty in the simple things, a bed and breakfast (B&B) is the perfect place for a getaway. Hosts welcome guests into their homes and provide a private room and complimentary breakfast. Bathrooms might be shared by other guests, and there's usually shared space with the host.
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  • BARIDI VILLA
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 132 reviews

    Providing garden views, BARIDI VILLA in Zanzibar City features accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    clean, friendly staff, nice pool, nearby the beach.

  • Tembo B&B Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,423 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively located in Zanzibar City, 1969 feet from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 0.7 mi from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Excellent location; great views, Reasonably priced food

  • Kholle House
    Breakfast options
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 993 reviews

    Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

    Amazing gem with amazing staff! Food is excellent too.

  • Kelele Square
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 386 reviews

    Featuring city views, Kelele Square in Zanzibar City offers accommodations and a terrace.

    I liked the wall arts along the stares and hall way

  • Karibu Inn
    Breakfast options
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 207 reviews

    Located in Stone Town, Karibu Inn features free WiFi and offers street parking. The property also offers bike and car rental services.

    Very friendly supportive staff and a perfect location.

  • Malindi Guest House
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 723 reviews

    Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 689 feet from the harbor and 1476 feet from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

    Very nice rooftop, bathrooms were clean and spacious.

  • Hiliki House
    Breakfast options
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 560 reviews

    Located across the Victoria Garden in Vuga and 5 minutes' walk away from the Peace Memorial Museum, Hiliki House features colonial architecture. It offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

    Host and staff are very friendly and breakfast was also tasty.

  • Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 72 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi.

    Stort rum och ljust och rymligt badrum. Trevlig personal.

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  • Zava House Stone town
    Budget options available
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 453 reviews

    Zava House Stone town offers accommodations in Zanzibar City, a 4-minute walk from Old Fort of Zanzibar and 0.4 miles from House of Wonders.

    Nice and clean rooms, very friendly and helpful staff.

  • Princess Salme Inn
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 218 reviews

    Princess Salme Inn is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach.

    Very cheap rooms for the location, very friendly staff

  • Jabar Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 172 reviews

    Offering a garden, Jabar Lodge features accommodations in Zanzibar City. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Beautiful bungalows and nice people working here :)

  • Kiponda B&B
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 220 reviews

    Located in Stone Town, Kiponda B&B features a rooftop breakfast bar offering views of the city. The Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is 1148 feet away and the beach is a 5-minute walk from the property.

    The old Arabic building, the owner's and manager's smiles, the location

  • Smiles Stone Town Hotel
    Budget options available
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 154 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Stone Town Beach and 0.9 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Smiles Stone Town Hotel features accommodations in Zanzibar City, with a terrace.

    The room was clean but very tiny and the bathroom to.

  • Chukwani Executive Inn
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 88 reviews

    Located in Zanzibar City, 4.3 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Chukwani Executive Inn has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Close to Zanzibar airport Clean Good for one night

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B&Bs That Guests Love in Zanzibar City

  • Avg. price/night: $32
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,052 reviews
    It’s very traditional, great location, it’s cheap, great vibe, staff is nice
    Kristina
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $117
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,129 reviews
    Friendly staff, excellent breakfast buffet and lovely pool. Great location, beautiful views and easy walking distance
    Emily
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $154
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 315 reviews
    I loved my room and high bed, it was very romantic. Fast wifi worked well all around the hotel. Hotel decorations, traditional lamps, doors, paintings, wardrobes etc were really unique, stunning. The hotel was colorful and charming inside. Attention to detail. Mosquito net around bed. Great location, easy to walk around the entire old town, just a 2-minute walk to the ferry terminal and a few more minutes to the beach. Cute bathrobes in my room. Restaurant at the main floor.
    Alexandra
    Solo traveler
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 485 reviews
    Great location, excellent breakfast, friendly personnel, lovely shower and perfect little swimming pool.
    Tom
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $99
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 304 reviews
    Great location, leafy and green part of Zanzibar and near all the central shops and restaurants of Stonetown It's a unique boutique hotel!
    Lily
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 734 reviews
    Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
    Laura
    Solo traveler
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 453 reviews
    Really nice hotel. Great location in the city center. And very good value for the price you pay. I love the room, it was gorgeous. WIth AC and ceiling fan. Pretty quiet at night even though it's in the center. Breakfast is basic, but it's like that almost all over Zanzibar. I liked it though :) Staff is very friendly and happy to help with everything.
    Katarina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $68.40
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,282 reviews
    Charmingly styled boutique boutique hotel set in the narrow streets of Stone Town. clean and comfortable with friendly staff. good breakfast. Great location, just be ready that taxis will not be able to drive right up to property because of the narrow streets
    Sean
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 13 reviews
    Fresh fruits and fresh homemade bread, for breakfast. Delicious. The place is boutique and quiet, no mosques or local farms in close proximity.
    Jaroslaw
    Solo traveler

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