5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
So much history, the beaches are beautiful, the food is good!
Zanzibar Town
Travel Guide
Visit Zanzibar Town
Where to stay in Zanzibar Town
Stone Town
4/5(179 area reviews)
Stone Town is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Slave Market and House of Wonders while you're in town.
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 362 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
AED 362
AED 453 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (815 reviews)
"Great view in the roof top pool."
Reviewed on 26 March 2025
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street, Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 226 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
AED 226
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (143 reviews)
"I love that the staff was very helpful and patient very nice on time just perfect"
Reviewed on 3 April 2025
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Mizingani Road, Malindi district, Zanzibar Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 274 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
AED 274
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
"We liked the place. Room was great etc. The elevator is funky, requiring patrons to fully close cage door when exiting. If not done properly, others can't use. Otherwise, the place was great."
Reviewed on 30 March 2025
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.
Antonio Garden Hotel
Kajificheni St, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hamamni Persian Baths and Jaw's ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (73 reviews)
"Nice area close to amenities, basic service but nothing particularly bad. They don't clean rooms daily which isn't the best but okay for short stay. Average hotel no problems would recommend for a quick cheap stay"
Reviewed on 27 January 2025
Mama's House
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Masingini Forest and Chapwani Island ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property"
Reviewed on 11 September 2024
AYAA LUXURY APARTMENT 4TH FLOOR
Kikwajuni House No 40, 40, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Well equipped and beautiful view."
Reviewed on 25 November 2024
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.
Popular places to visit
Shangani Beach
4/5(7 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Forodhani Gardens
4/5(55 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, a lovely green space in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Slave Market
4.5/5(83 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Slave Market. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
3.5/5(18 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Old Fort
4/5(73 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Old Fort. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
House of Wonders
3.5/5(30 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at House of Wonders, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Reviews of Zanzibar Town
4.3
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I can easily see why Stone Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site! The history and culture there is indeed a treasure. I can only hope that tourism will help, not hinder, the preservation of this amazing place!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The town is lovely- narrow streets and friendly people. However the high level of men offering personal tours or the Hakuna Mataram” wraps or scarves was not comfortable. Was very happy to leave that scene.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Get ready for a great time with excellent people
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Sharpen your bartering skills before heading out onto the streets!
3/5 - Okay
Lynn
You can visit the town in a day, recommend staying outside of town at a beach resort if that is your interest.
- Shangani Beach
- Forodhani Gardens
- Slave Market
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
- Old Fort
- House of Wonders
- Chapwani Island
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Darajani Market
- Malindi Mosque
- Hamamni Persian Baths
- Freddie Mercury Museum
- Mbweni Ruins
- Livingstone's House
- People's Palace Museum
- Beit el-Sahel
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Shakti Temple
- Marahubi Palace
- Jaw's Corner
- Masingini Forest