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Beach access
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Indoor swimming pool
Offering a Jacuzzi and a sauna, the 5-star Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Zanzibar is nestled just a 6-minute walk from the Mbweni Ruins and 4.3 km from the Maisha Mazuri Horse Riding Club. Located 4.7 km from the Peace Memorial Museum, the hotel offers views of the sea and an indoor pool.
This smoke-free hotel is about 5 km from Kisauni airport and approximately 15 minutes by car from such cultural venues as House of Wonders National Museum. The Old Slave Market is within 6 km of the Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa in Zanzibar. Also, Mbweni is situated around 900 metres away. This accommodation offers close proximity to the Chukwani Beach, which is located 3.2 km away and helps strengthen mental and physical health.
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Indoor swimming pool
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Offering a Jacuzzi and a sauna, the 5-star Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Zanzibar is nestled just a 6-minute walk from the Mbweni Ruins and 4.3 km from the Maisha Mazuri Horse Riding Club. Located 4.7 km from the Peace Memorial Museum, the hotel offers views of the sea and an indoor pool.
This smoke-free hotel is about 5 km from Kisauni airport and approximately 15 minutes by car from such cultural venues as House of Wonders National Museum. The Old Slave Market is within 6 km of the Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa in Zanzibar. Also, Mbweni is situated around 900 metres away. This accommodation offers close proximity to the Chukwani Beach, which is located 3.2 km away and helps strengthen mental and physical health.
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Beach access
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town Zanzibar offers a shared lounge and a TV lounge and sits 6 minutes' walk from Kiponda Market. International cuisine plus a swimming pool are provided in this hotel, located a few steps from the Forodhani Park.
Guests may find the Old Dispensary just 350 metres from the 5-star hotel, and Cinema Afrique Business Center is around 600 metres away. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town is situated in proximity to the Malindi Mosque, which is considered to be a sacred site. Mnazi Mmoja is a 14-minute walk away. Kiwengwa bus station is within 900 metres of this property.
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town Zanzibar offers a shared lounge and a TV lounge and sits 6 minutes' walk from Kiponda Market. International cuisine plus a swimming pool are provided in this hotel, located a few steps from the Forodhani Park.
Guests may find the Old Dispensary just 350 metres from the 5-star hotel, and Cinema Afrique Business Center is around 600 metres away. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town is situated in proximity to the Malindi Mosque, which is considered to be a sacred site. Mnazi Mmoja is a 14-minute walk away. Kiwengwa bus station is within 900 metres of this property.
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Located approximately 10 minutes by car from the Old Dispensary, the 5-star Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel offers comfortable rooms 3.6 km from the Sultan's Palace. The hotel lies within 4 km of the Mercury House, and offers an à la carte restaurant and a swimming pool onsite.
This Zanzibar hotel is about 5 km from Kisauni airport and about 15 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as House of Wonders National Museum. Historical sights here include the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, which stands 3.8 km from the Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry. The property stands around 20 minutes by car from the Anglican cathedral "Christ Church", popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Don't road bus stop is also a mere 0.7 km away.
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel
Located approximately 10 minutes by car from the Old Dispensary, the 5-star Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel offers comfortable rooms 3.6 km from the Sultan's Palace. The hotel lies within 4 km of the Mercury House, and offers an à la carte restaurant and a swimming pool onsite.
This Zanzibar hotel is about 5 km from Kisauni airport and about 15 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as House of Wonders National Museum. Historical sights here include the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, which stands 3.8 km from the Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry. The property stands around 20 minutes by car from the Anglican cathedral "Christ Church", popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Don't road bus stop is also a mere 0.7 km away.
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Beach access
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
The opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel is approximately 5 minutes on foot from the Mercury House and provides spacious rooms with views of the Indian Ocean. This Zanzibar hotel offers views of the Indian Ocean and is situated within a few blocks of House of Wonders National Museum.
The hotel is nestled in the Stone Town district, only 0.7 km from the Hamamni Persian Baths and about 900 metres from the Peace Memorial Museum. As a plus for business travellers, the Serena Zanzibar is in the vicinity of Cinema Afrique Business Center. Guests might as well visit Victoria Gardens, which is just 450 metres away. The accommodation is situated around 10 minutes by car from the Vikokotoni, and Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station lies merely 0.7 km away. For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
The opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel is approximately 5 minutes on foot from the Mercury House and provides spacious rooms with views of the Indian Ocean. This Zanzibar hotel offers views of the Indian Ocean and is situated within a few blocks of House of Wonders National Museum.
The hotel is nestled in the Stone Town district, only 0.7 km from the Hamamni Persian Baths and about 900 metres from the Peace Memorial Museum. As a plus for business travellers, the Serena Zanzibar is in the vicinity of Cinema Afrique Business Center. Guests might as well visit Victoria Gardens, which is just 450 metres away. The accommodation is situated around 10 minutes by car from the Vikokotoni, and Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station lies merely 0.7 km away. For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
The 5-star Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar hotel, located about 10 minutes by car from Bi Khole Ruins, offers an outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar
The 5-star Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar hotel, located about 10 minutes by car from Bi Khole Ruins, offers an outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property.
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Top location
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Beach access
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The unique Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel is a mere 11 minutes' walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room. There is a boat dock near this 5-star beachfront hotel, and guests can easily reach the Old Slave Market which is just 600 metres away.
The hotel has a beachfront location in the vicinity of the Vikokotoni, while shopping venues like Darajani Market are only 7 minutes' walk away. The Darajani Market is around 1 km from the Park Hyatt Zanzibar, and Kisauni airport is 5 km away. Also, Victoria Gardens is situated about a 5-minute drive away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the Malindi Mosque, a popular place of worship located in proximity to the property. Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel is 750 metres from Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
The unique Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel is a mere 11 minutes' walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room. There is a boat dock near this 5-star beachfront hotel, and guests can easily reach the Old Slave Market which is just 600 metres away.
The hotel has a beachfront location in the vicinity of the Vikokotoni, while shopping venues like Darajani Market are only 7 minutes' walk away. The Darajani Market is around 1 km from the Park Hyatt Zanzibar, and Kisauni airport is 5 km away. Also, Victoria Gardens is situated about a 5-minute drive away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the Malindi Mosque, a popular place of worship located in proximity to the property. Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel is 750 metres from Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station.
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Private beach
Bawe Island Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Infinity pool
The 5-star Bawe Island Zanzibar Hotel, located about 5 minutes on foot from Bawe Beach, offers an infinity swimming pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property. This Zanzibar resort features 70 rooms in a beach area, within 7 km of culture-oriented attractions such as House of Wonders National Museum.
Bawe Island is located approximately 10 minutes on foot from the hotel, and such natural sites as Nakupenda Beach is nearly a 15-minute drive away. Within an 8-km distance of the accommodation guests will find the Christ Church Cathedral. There is the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar around 20 minutes away by car.
Bawe Island Zanzibar
- In-room breakfast
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Infinity pool
Bawe Island Zanzibar
The 5-star Bawe Island Zanzibar Hotel, located about 5 minutes on foot from Bawe Beach, offers an infinity swimming pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property. This Zanzibar resort features 70 rooms in a beach area, within 7 km of culture-oriented attractions such as House of Wonders National Museum.
Bawe Island is located approximately 10 minutes on foot from the hotel, and such natural sites as Nakupenda Beach is nearly a 15-minute drive away. Within an 8-km distance of the accommodation guests will find the Christ Church Cathedral. There is the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar around 20 minutes away by car.
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Private beach
Jaz Adonia
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Plunge pool
Featuring a wellness centre with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facial treatments, the stylish 5-star Jaz Adonia Hotel Zanzibar is located only 550 metres from Zanzibar Watersports. This Zanzibar resort comprises 2 restaurants and 126 rooms with views of the garden.
The hotel is spread out among a restaurant and a bar in a beach area of Zanzibar. The Jaz Adonia Zanzibar provides easy access to Uroa Bay, which is merely 1.2 km away. The public beach is located a mere 550 metres away.
Jaz Adonia
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Plunge pool
Jaz Adonia
Featuring a wellness centre with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facial treatments, the stylish 5-star Jaz Adonia Hotel Zanzibar is located only 550 metres from Zanzibar Watersports. This Zanzibar resort comprises 2 restaurants and 126 rooms with views of the garden.
The hotel is spread out among a restaurant and a bar in a beach area of Zanzibar. The Jaz Adonia Zanzibar provides easy access to Uroa Bay, which is merely 1.2 km away. The public beach is located a mere 550 metres away.
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Great deal
Jaz Elite Aurora
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 5-star beachfront Jaz Elite Aurora Hotel Zanzibar is about a 10-minute ride from Chwaka Bay and has a swimming pool plus a gym. The hotel offers 346 rooms in a resort area of Zanzibar.
This Zanzibar hotel is located in a private beach. Dala-Dala bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Jaz Elite Aurora
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Jaz Elite Aurora
The 5-star beachfront Jaz Elite Aurora Hotel Zanzibar is about a 10-minute ride from Chwaka Bay and has a swimming pool plus a gym. The hotel offers 346 rooms in a resort area of Zanzibar.
This Zanzibar hotel is located in a private beach. Dala-Dala bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- In-room safe
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The fantastic Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas Zanzibar is situated merely 9 minutes' walk from the The Panje Project and comes with 24-hour reception and wake-up calls. Located 3.6 km from Zanzibar Parasailing Outdoor Sports Store, this 5-star hotel features 24-hour security service.
Nungwi Marine Turtles Mnarani is only 13 minutes' walk away, while Khadija is right around the corner from the hotel. There is Spanish Dancer Divers Diving Center a mere 1.7 km away, while Daladalas to Stone Town bus station is 300 m from the Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas Zanzibar.
Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas
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Continental breakfast
Charges may apply
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- In-room safe
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas
The fantastic Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas Zanzibar is situated merely 9 minutes' walk from the The Panje Project and comes with 24-hour reception and wake-up calls. Located 3.6 km from Zanzibar Parasailing Outdoor Sports Store, this 5-star hotel features 24-hour security service.
Nungwi Marine Turtles Mnarani is only 13 minutes' walk away, while Khadija is right around the corner from the hotel. There is Spanish Dancer Divers Diving Center a mere 1.7 km away, while Daladalas to Stone Town bus station is 300 m from the Safirablu Luxury Resort & Villas Zanzibar.
Samawa Living
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Infinity pool
The 5-star Samawa Living Hotel Paje, located in the Paje Beach district of Paje, 2.5 km from Aquaholics, features views of the garden. Around 10 minutes by car from Bahari View Lodge, the hotel offers air-conditioned rooms plus a yoga area.
The centre of Paje can be reached within a 10-minute walk, and natural attractions like the Kuza Cave are 3.4 km away. Supermarket is within a few blocks of the Samawa Living, while Dala-Dala to Jambiani bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
Samawa Living
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Infinity pool
Samawa Living
The 5-star Samawa Living Hotel Paje, located in the Paje Beach district of Paje, 2.5 km from Aquaholics, features views of the garden. Around 10 minutes by car from Bahari View Lodge, the hotel offers air-conditioned rooms plus a yoga area.
The centre of Paje can be reached within a 10-minute walk, and natural attractions like the Kuza Cave are 3.4 km away. Supermarket is within a few blocks of the Samawa Living, while Dala-Dala to Jambiani bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
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Private beach
Pongwe Bay Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
The 5-star beachfront Pongwe Bay Resort is 3.2 km from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio. The comfortable resort offers an à la carte restaurant and features an unique location near a boat dock.
Located 900 metres from an own beach, the hotel is surrounded by a tropical garden. Matemwe is 15 minutes' drive from this accommodation.
Pongwe Bay Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Pongwe Bay Resort
The 5-star beachfront Pongwe Bay Resort is 3.2 km from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio. The comfortable resort offers an à la carte restaurant and features an unique location near a boat dock.
Located 900 metres from an own beach, the hotel is surrounded by a tropical garden. Matemwe is 15 minutes' drive from this accommodation.
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Best-rated
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Private beach
Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Infinity pool
Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel Mfumbwi, located a 25-minute walk from Jambiani Beach, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Overlooking a patio and boasting a spa centre and a sundeck, this hotel is situated in a beach area.
Mfumbwi centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The 5-star hotel offers private access to a private beach with beach umbrellas and towels. A local bus stop Dalladalla is 550 metres away.
Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Infinity pool
Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel
Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel Mfumbwi, located a 25-minute walk from Jambiani Beach, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Overlooking a patio and boasting a spa centre and a sundeck, this hotel is situated in a beach area.
Mfumbwi centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The 5-star hotel offers private access to a private beach with beach umbrellas and towels. A local bus stop Dalladalla is 550 metres away.
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Private beach
Karibu Beach Resort - Adults Only
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Offering a terrace with a swimming pool, the 5-star Karibu Beach Resort Pongwe is around 10 minutes' drive from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve.
The centre of Pongwe can be reached within a 10-minute walk. This Pongwe hotel is 38 km from Michamvi Kae.
Karibu Beach Resort - Adults Only
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Karibu Beach Resort - Adults Only
Offering a terrace with a swimming pool, the 5-star Karibu Beach Resort Pongwe is around 10 minutes' drive from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve.
The centre of Pongwe can be reached within a 10-minute walk. This Pongwe hotel is 38 km from Michamvi Kae.
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Guest favorite
Johari Rotana
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Located in the business Kivukoni district and around 5 minutes' walk from the Gothic church "St. Joseph's Cathedral", the contemporary Johari Rotana Hotel Dar es Salaam features a sauna and a sundeck. Offering an outdoor swimming pool along with 253 rooms, this 5-star fully serviced hotel is close to a ferry port.
A prime location in the business centre of Dar es Salaam gives guests direct access to Julius Nyerere International Conference Center, which is just 1.4 km away. The historic Azania Front Lutheran Church is only 7 minutes' walk away, while the Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque is just near the perfect Johari Rotana. There is Maamur Mosque 3.2 km away, while City Council bus station is a few moments from this Dar es Salaam hotel.
Johari Rotana
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Johari Rotana
Located in the business Kivukoni district and around 5 minutes' walk from the Gothic church "St. Joseph's Cathedral", the contemporary Johari Rotana Hotel Dar es Salaam features a sauna and a sundeck. Offering an outdoor swimming pool along with 253 rooms, this 5-star fully serviced hotel is close to a ferry port.
A prime location in the business centre of Dar es Salaam gives guests direct access to Julius Nyerere International Conference Center, which is just 1.4 km away. The historic Azania Front Lutheran Church is only 7 minutes' walk away, while the Khoja Shia Ithnasheri Mosque is just near the perfect Johari Rotana. There is Maamur Mosque 3.2 km away, while City Council bus station is a few moments from this Dar es Salaam hotel.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Nungwi Dreams By Mantis
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Situated a mere 1.3 km from Ras Nungwi Lighthouse, the 5-star boutique-style Nungwi Dreams By Mantis Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. Complete with cribs and a changing table for guests with children, this Nungwi hotel is also nestled nearly 25 minutes' walk from Spanish Dancer Divers Diving Center, very convenient if you want to have fun.
The hotel is located in a rural area of Nungwi, 2.2 km from the Baobop. Zanzibar Kilosas Conservation Zoo, which is a short way from the Dreams By Mantis Nungwi, is one of nearby attractions. Families travelling to Nungwi will enjoy being about 5 minutes by car from the Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi. Also, a boat dock is situated near the property.
Nungwi Dreams By Mantis
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Nungwi Dreams By Mantis
Situated a mere 1.3 km from Ras Nungwi Lighthouse, the 5-star boutique-style Nungwi Dreams By Mantis Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. Complete with cribs and a changing table for guests with children, this Nungwi hotel is also nestled nearly 25 minutes' walk from Spanish Dancer Divers Diving Center, very convenient if you want to have fun.
The hotel is located in a rural area of Nungwi, 2.2 km from the Baobop. Zanzibar Kilosas Conservation Zoo, which is a short way from the Dreams By Mantis Nungwi, is one of nearby attractions. Families travelling to Nungwi will enjoy being about 5 minutes by car from the Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi. Also, a boat dock is situated near the property.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of hotels in Zanzibar, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel |
8.8 / 10 (423 Reviews) |
From 129$ | |
| The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town |
9.1 / 10 (355 Reviews) |
From 322$ | |
| Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort And Spa - Dry Hotel |
8.2 / 10 (374 Reviews) |
From 175$ | |
| Zanzibar Serena Hotel |
8.5 / 10 (357 Reviews) |
From 292$ | |
| Treetop By Eight Continents, Zanzibar |
8.9 / 10 (32 Reviews) |
From 97$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which family-friendly hotels near Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park are best for nature experiences?
The Samawa Living and Treetop By Eight Continents hotels are excellent choices near Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. These hotels offer activities aimed at families, blending comfort and adventure in nature.
Plan your visit to Jozani Park in the morning; weekdays are less crowded, allowing for more immersive wildlife experiences.
What are the best budget-friendly hotel options near Stone Town for cultural exploration?
Pongwe Bay Resort and Jaz Adonia provide affordable stays close to the heart of Stone Town. Guests can immerse themselves in the rich culture, with easy access to museums and local markets.
Visit Stone Town early in the week for lower accommodation prices; many hotels offer discounts on Sundays and Mondays.
Which affordable hotels near the beach in Zanzibar offer unique culinary experiences?
Karibu Beach Resort and Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel are budget-friendly hotels on the beach, featuring on-site restaurants that serve fresh local seafood and international cuisines.
Book your dinner reservation during weekdays to enjoy seafood specials; many restaurants offer lower prices on slower nights.
Are there any budget options close to the airport for families traveling to Zanzibar?
Hotels like Hotel Verde Zanzibar and Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel are cost-effective choices near Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, providing family-friendly services.
Arrange airport transfer through your hotel in advance; costs are often lower than taxi services available upon arrival.
What are the top budget hotels near Zanzibar's Old Town for history lovers?
The Neela Boutique Hotel and Zanzibar Serena Hotel offer comfortable accommodations within walking distance of Old Town areas, perfect for exploring historical sites.
Visit the Old Fort and House of Wonders during the late afternoon; these attractions are less crowded, providing a more enjoyable experience.
Which beachfront hotels near Kendwa Beach are ideal for family vacations?
Nungwi Dreams By Mantis and Pongwe Bay Resort provide family-oriented amenities and are located near Kendwa Beach, a popular area for families.
Check for family discounts during off-peak seasons, typically from late April to early June, to secure better rates.
Are there any dog-friendly hotels in Zanzibar for travelers with pets?
Hotels like Jaz Adonia and Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel welcome dogs and offer amenities for your furry friends, making them suitable for pet travelers.
Communicate with the hotel beforehand regarding your dog's needs such as food and play areas to ensure a comfortable stay.
How can families best explore Zanzibar's attractions?
Families can explore attractions like the National Museum of Zanzibar and Prison Island by using taxis or organized tours available through hotels. For convenience, book guided tours that include transportation to avoid the hassle of navigating local transport.
Consider taking a guided walking tour of Stone Town during the morning; it's a cooler time for walking and allows for easier navigation of bustling streets.
What are the ideal months to visit Zanzibar for a family vacation?
The best months for family travel to Zanzibar are from June to October, when the weather is dry and pleasant. During this period, you can enjoy various outdoor activities and explore the island comfortably.
Book accommodations early in the year to secure family-friendly rooms during the dry season; prices tend to rise as the date approaches.
What local markets should families visit for an authentic Zanzibar experience?
The Darajani Market in Stone Town and the Kiponda Market are great spots for families to experience local culture, flavors, and crafts. Families can gather fresh fruits, spices, and souvenirs unique to Zanzibar.
Visit Darajani Market on weekdays to find better deals on fresh produce and local crafts; many vendors offer discounts on bulk purchases.