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A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

1. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"Such an amazing place I loved coming back to a clean hotel room and the food was amazing. Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to by far ! Beach is amazing and such friendly amazing staff!"
Canada
Narina
The price is £196
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

2. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Possenta C
The price is £305
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

3. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (258 reviews)
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
United States
Gita
The price is £269
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.

4. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"THE RESORT WAS AMAZING AND I WOULD NOT MIND GOING BACK AGAIN"
United Kingdom
Sugra
The price is £210
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

5. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Excellent stay, wonderful staff, everything you could want for a relaxing holiday."
Australia
Mark
The price is £319
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Ycona Luxury Resort
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.

6. Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Everything was lovely about the place and my children loved every bit from the food, to the service to everything. Excellent destination choice!"
United States
Wawuda
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
A wooden deck with a pool overlooking the sea, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

7. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"The best place i have visited. It made me feel at home"
United States
Carol
The price is £217
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Melia Zanzibar
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a round table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

8. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Team was great, facility was beautiful, good food variety, and very nice ambiance."
United States
Sabrina
The price is £207
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
A resort with a large pool, white architecture, and palm trees.

9. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"The view overlooking the beach during sunset is breathtaking. The weather was just perfect during end of Aug- beginning of Sep. The place is very well maintained with the staff being always helpful with a smile. When departing, they provided free shuttle to the airport."
United States
Murtaza
The price is £181
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
A pier extending into calm waters at twilight with a small structure at the end.

10. Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mangapwani
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Very clean resort! Friendly staff especially Ms Tausi who was extremely helpful with our needs. We had all inclusive experience and it was great! Will highly recommend 👌"
United States
Suzy
The price is £228
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
A beach with two wooden lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.

11. Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Amazing, lovely place to stay. "
Australia
David
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
A thatched-roof house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear turquoise sea.

12. Zanzi Resort

Zanzi Resort
5.0 star property
Kama
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Fabulous small resort. Accommodation was absolutely gorgeous and had everything you would need. Food and service was amazing Definitely somewhere to go for a totally relaxing holiday"
United Kingdom
Susanne Christina
The price is £344
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Zanzi Resort
A room with a bed under a canopy, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a colorful rug.

13. La Neisha Hotel Zanzibar

La Neisha Hotel Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"The room was big and it was clean. Had hot water for the shower. Enjoyed my stay. The staff were very helpful. The only problem that I had with the room was that it had that old musty smell to it. I was thinking because the hotel is so old that’s why it has that smell. I would stay here again."
United States
Erik
The price is £26
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
La Neisha Hotel Zanzibar
A beach with thatched umbrellas, palm trees, and a sandy beach.

14. Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"My wife and I found a little bit of paradise at Royal Mandarin Resort! Very very nice property. We booked this room for five nights following our Serengeti Safari in the hope of some beach relaxation. We got that and so much more!"
United States
David
The price is £224
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a beach area.

15. Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Irene
The price is £212
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
A pool area with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.

16. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
5.0 star property
Pongwe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"The room was amazing - right on the beach so you are staring at the ocean from bed. The service was wonderful - everyone was so helpful and so attentive. We really enjoyed the breakfast and the included massage was top rate. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is £415
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
A beach with clear blue sky, sandy shore, and palm trees.

17. Maharaja Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

Maharaja Boutique Hotel Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Superb place, friendly staff. Cecelia in particular was great. "
Ireland
Ronan
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Maharaja Boutique Hotel Zanzibar
An aerial view of a resort with a beach, a swimming pool, and a dining area.

18. Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World
5.0 star property
Bawe Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"An amazing stay at a beautiful place. Truly a paradise. Our assigned butler, Anwar, just made the whole stay that much more wonderful. "
Portugal
MIGUEL VEMBA
The price is £874
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World
Aerial view

19. Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (105 reviews)
"The room was cleaned daily, and the evening turndown service was a lovely touch. The staff were exceptional — every single member of the team went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Their professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail truly exceeded expectations. The spa was the best ever."
United Kingdom
Ariri
The price is £229
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a sunset view.

20. Kiwengwa Beach Resort

Kiwengwa Beach Resort
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (120 reviews)
"The outside grounds of the hotel are manicured beautifully. "
United States
Jill
The price is £270
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Kiwengwa Beach Resort
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Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location, excellent staff, great facilities, all with a lot of history."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Stone Town?
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