Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
Family beach fun and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Property grounds
Lobby lounge, ocean views, open daily
View from property
View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Parking included
The price is AED 382
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2025

Room options

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Superior city view

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 72 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street, Zanzibar Town, 4087

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Shangani Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Old Fort - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
At Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course, and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beachfront dining and a beach shuttle. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Dhow Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a free daily manager's reception, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), concierge services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and cribs/infant beds
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Dhow Restaurant
  • Ali Baba Lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (861 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • Beach towels
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • Dining room
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator (on request)

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and 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
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 111-224-498
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number NR.016A.01.2016

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Golden Tulip Zanzibar
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Zanzibar Town
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort located?

This family-friendly Zanzibar Town hotel is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Masingini Forest, Siso Spice Farm and Chapwani Island. Nakupenda Beach and Shangani Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 124 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

alberta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay even though we couldn't access the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully built and Given original Zanzibar look
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izetta Jones

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nikia

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff and a nice ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mahima

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and well furnished. Staff were very attentive and accommodating of our needs. They truly made our experience enjoyable as they were very welcoming and bubbly! The back of the hotel is facing the sea which has a lovely view and the front of the hotel has a city view which provides the best of both however, there was a lot of traffic at the front making it difficult and unsafe to cross roads. The restaurant in the hotel was delicious and had a great variety of food including different cuisines. They do need to upgrade their iron and provide an ATM or cash exchange service instead of travelling to the city to exchange money. It was advertised that a full length mirror would be available upon request but this was not the case. Overall, the hotel was lovely - especially the staff but some of the services/facilities need upgrading.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Taha

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to say about the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prakhar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was further outside of town than I realized
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and our rooms were very clean. The ocean view is spectacular, and there is a gym on site. The bed was very comfortable, and the room always smelled fresh. From the moment we arrived, the entire staff went out of their way to make sure that we had everything that we needed. The service, the helpfulness and the food was delightful. We had a 5:00 a.m. excursion one morning and was going to miss their most delicious breakfast which began at 7:00 a.m. (so we thought). We informed the hotel the night before, and were asked what we would like to eat. Our breakfast was packaged and waiting for us the next morning on time! I also left my outlet adapter and was unable to charge my phone. I told this to one of the staff, he in turn solved my problem. He made a call, found out the cost and sent his brother into town to buy one for me! Now that is going above and beyond. I am indeed grateful for the exceptional level of service we all received from the entire staff with their warm and friendly smiles. I plan on returning next year and will only stay at this location. The only thing I did not like is that I had to leave this beautiful place!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jess

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Camille, Mount Vernon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was sooo disgusting and even after requesting a refund due to the deplorable conditions, I was not provided with one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

APPASAMY ASSOCIATES

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathrooms were not good there were leakages and was not rectified
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gardia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. EXCELLENT WELCOMING. BEST EMPLOYEES.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muluken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prakhar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul-Hakeem

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was good, i enjoy my sea view too😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked how they handled me after there was a delay in me getting my room, the front desk staff are super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only issue we had was getting picked up from the airport however it not working smoothly for myself and husband the pick up of my daughter went absolutely smoothly. All othe transport was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pick up from the airport was flawless
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cleanliness friendly staff and always welcome and willingness to help in anyway
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Woodbridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. A few participated in singing happy birthday to me with cake and confetti…very nice and memorable moment.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023