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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Adventure hotel with full-service spa, connected to a shopping center, near Malindi Mosque

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | View from room
Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds
Located in the heart of Zanzibar, Zanzibar Palace Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, manicure/pedicure, and facial at the spa or visit the nearby Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). The on-site seafood restaurant serves up delicious meals throughout the day while guests can connect to WiFi. Many have praised this hotel for its helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Beach towels
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • DVD player
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $126
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22

Room options

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Grand Suite, Bathtub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Grand Suite, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 69 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 67 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kiponda area house number 831, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shangani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 20 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Situated by the ocean, Zanzibar Palace Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Zanzibar Town. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and seafood is served at Palace Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1904
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Dining

Palace Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25 per vehicle (one way)
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Palace Hotel Zanzibar
Zanzibar Palace
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Stone Town
Hotel Zanzibar Palace
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Zanzibar Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Zanzibar Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Zanzibar Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking, game viewing, and safari tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities like spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Yes, Palace Restaurant offers seafood.

What's the area around Zanzibar Palace Hotel like?

Zanzibar Palace Hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Stone Town, a short 3-minute walk from House of Wonders and 5 minutes' walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

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Zanzibar Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very uniquely Zanzibar with an owner who goes out of the way to make you comfortable and happy. Great place to stay
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay with awesome staff.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot in the middle of town if your in stone town it’s a perfect central location
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful
I had a wonderful stay at the Zanzibar Palace Hotel. The owner and staff were very nice, helpful and accommodating to my needs. The breakfast was delicious and filling. I did not even need lunch and would be good until dinner. The hotel and rooms are very beautiful and authentic, I felt like a Disney princess :)
catherine, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly and helpful staffs.
Dennis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Daniela was a fantastic and welcoming host. This historic, well appointed hotel will be a favorite memory and repeat visit. The food was delicious. The coffee and beds were some of the best I've had in Africa. Daniela and I had a great conversations and she arranged a prison island tour for us. It was my second trip to Stone Town and second tour. Last time it wasn't bad but this time it was a better experience. The pilot and your guide this time were far superior to the last prison island excursion.

10/10 Exceptional

Very charming and atmospheric hotel in an old mansion in the center of Stone Town, 3-10 minutes’ walk to restaurants, Darajani Market, shops, Forodhani waterfront park and historic sites. Very clean with updated bathroom, including excellent shower, and internet and very good restaurant just for guests (nine rooms only). We stayed in Rosewood, a very small but attractive room on the 3rd floor (2nd floor for Europeans). Many stairs, no elevator. Daniela, the owner, and all of the staff are professional, attentive, helpful and friendly. We’d stay here again.
Robert, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall ok, but without the nice dutch lady this place needs improvments, in the evening the kitchen are not intrested in guests.
Paul, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old building with charm. Very friendly and helpful staff.
nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Boutique hotel in center of Stone Town
Great stay in the center of Stone Town. The building is unique with an interesting history and every room has a slightly different vibe. Our room has a balcony to the busy street below and an in-room large bath/shower. All of the staff were very friendly and gave maximum effort to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
Perry, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property lacks personality and an identity. Seems more like a hostel than a hotel. It’s a cool building but the decor and design is non-existent and there is little energy in the place. Location is good and the airport pick up for VIP was helpful.
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing character, this. Hotel has a charm that totally enhanced my stay and out in context where I was and the history. The staff - omg so courteous and helpful, in all my travels I have not experienced more genuine hospitality
Rob, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property and staff were nice. Getting to the hotel is difficult. Roads leading to property aren’t much wider than a car width.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for one night and wish we stayed longer. Staff very friendly breakfast was delicious. Also included free pick up from airport.
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed at dozens of hotels throughout Africa, and this is my new favorite! We loved every part of it…the bed, bath, beauty, ambiance, food, wine, staff, and owner! The room had all the amenities we needed, the bed was exceptionally comfortable, the location in the heart of stone town is superb, and the breakfast delicious! We have already booked our next stay.
Stanley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were some of the nicest people I have ever met. Friendly, genuine and helpful! I can not say enough good things about the people who work at Zanzibar palace The location was within walking distance of everything we wanted, the breakfast was excellent
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay
The stay was wonderful. Great host/manager, Daniela, took care of my needs and arranged local tour for me. Nice and yummy breakfast daily. The staff team took care of me and everyone was friendly.
Ming, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Go for the honeymoon suite, it’s superb!
We stayed for one night, wish we had booked for a few more! Super-friendly staff, lovely renovated and nicely furnished little hotel with only 9 rooms. We stayed in the honeymoon-suite on the 3rd floor, which had all bathroom facilities on a top-side terrace with sun chairs and a lovely views. Food in the restaurant was okay, but the breakfast was lovely. We both had a lovely massage, maybe a bit pricey for here, but cheap compared to Europe. All in all, very satisfied with our stay.
Jan Erik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is in the centre of Stone Town. It is a more traditional style hotel with a lovely ambiance. Walking is easy and fun
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with very friendly staff
Great place with traditional touch and top location. Right in the heart of stone town. Very friendly and helpful, always happy to help. Would definitely stay again. I had a room with balcony which was very nice to watch the sun come up in the morning and see people go about their daily lives in stone town. Fantastic way to experience the real Zanzibar.
Fahmy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the ambiance. The staff was great, very helpful. I will definitely recommend to my family & friends.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Couple on a tour
Very African style hotel where all rooms are individually decorated in an authentic way. Very friendly and service oriented staff especially the manager who were eager to help and give information. Good location. Nice breakfast
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In the heart of Stone Town
Beautiful historical building in the heart of old town, but with a balcony view across the city. And great breakfast as well
Philip, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too old and run down. Stairs were unsafe and not level. Bed was too high. Bathroom was tiny and old. Tv didn’t work well. I didn’t like the mosquito netting around the bed.
Chrystal, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

It was totally the opposite of what we expected certainly not 4 star. Misold
veronica, 2-night trip