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Mar 26 - Mar 27
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Mar 27 - Mar 28
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Mar 27 - Mar 29
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Apr 3 - Apr 5

Our top choices for Zanzibar Town beach hotels

Front of property

The Manor House by Sansi

The Manor House by Sansi
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Staff were excellent. Room was tiny and the shower was cold but it was a grest option to be near to the airport "
United Kingdom
Jernayde
The Manor House by Sansi
Interior

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"The room air conditioner worked well along with the room fan. The room was lovely, comfortable and clean. The staff were amazing. I highly recommend this Stonetown hotel."
United States
Mary
The price is ￥16,769
￥19,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Zanzibar Coffee House
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"Beautiful building, great staff. Fantastic room (Violetta)"
United Kingdom
lesley jane
Emerson Spice Hotel
On the beach

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (97 reviews)
"The room was nice and spotless and the staff was friendly and corteous!"
United States
Nataliya
The price is ￥21,485
￥26,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
2 outdoor pools

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Near the airport. Very comfortable beds and beautiful room. Nice breakfast and great personnel. Being with kids, we preferred staying in this nice location instead of Stone Town which is very crowded and then having a walking tour to Stone Town. Would come again."
United States
Joel
The price is ￥28,919
￥35,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Zanzibar Spice Nest Deluxe Apartment

Zanzibar Spice Nest Deluxe Apartment
Stone Town
The price is ￥10,646
￥14,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Zanzibar Spice Nest Deluxe Apartment
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Hanaia House

Hanaia House
4.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
United States
Amber
Hanaia House
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Freddie Mercury Apartments

Freddie Mercury Apartments
2.5 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Great area, this is literally the building where Freddie Mercury lived, apartment with unique old zanzibari character, great location - near to beach, stone town and night market, great breakfast. Loved it."
United States
Vikas
Freddie Mercury Apartments
Interior

Tarawanda House By Stawi

Tarawanda House By Stawi
3.0 star property
Stone Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"It was lovely, clean good excellent WiFi and great stuff. I would recommend "
United States
Yongo
The price is ￥6,427
￥7,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Tarawanda House By Stawi
Building design

Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "
United States
LeKeitha
The price is ￥20,144
￥23,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Jafferji House
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.
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Zanzibar Town

Pool
Breakfast included

Beach hotels with pools in Zanzibar Town

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (357)
The price is ￥11,689
￥15,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Dhow Palace Hotel
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Zanzibar Town

Interior
Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
The price is ￥16,769
￥19,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Zanzibar Coffee House
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4-star beach hotels in Zanzibar Town

Building design
Jafferji House

Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (206)
The price is ￥20,144
￥23,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Jafferji House
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.
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Top Zanzibar Town Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast is always fresh with many options. Staff is very attentive. The view is perfect."
Mirlene 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Tembo House Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Zanzibar Town like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its historical sites and live music, Zanzibar Town offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.
What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in Zanzibar Town?
Tembo House Hotel is a top beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, and it's located on Shangani Beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.
How many beach hotels will I be able to find in Zanzibar Town?
Expedia has 14 beach hotels in Zanzibar Town that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Zanzibar Town?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Zanzibar Town: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 77°F. The rainiest months in Zanzibar Town are April, May, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Zanzibar Town?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Zanzibar Town has to offer. Beach lovers can head straight to Shangani Beach or Nakupenda Beach for some quality time by the water. Experience the area's historical sites and live music, and make time for local attractions like Slave Market and House of Wonders. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Forodhani Gardens or Christ Church Cathedral.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Zanzibar Town?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Zanzibar Town with ease. To get to Zanzibar Town, book a flight to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), the closest major airport, which is located 4 mi (6.4 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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