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1. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a trouble at check in which was resolved quickly by the helpful staff. The room was clean and had a hairdryer in the bathroom. We loved the rooftop pool. Plenty of breakfast options and a beautiful beach. The location is perfect and we felt very safe there."
United Kingdom
Susannah
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tembo House Hotel
Garden view

2. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (432 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, excellent breakfast, beautiful historic building."
Canada
Grazyna
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Beautiful decor in the heart of Stone Town. Staff was outstanding!"
Canada
Julie
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
Exterior

4. Villa Kiva

Villa Kiva
4.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Excelente todo!"
Mexico
Juan
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Villa Kiva
Building design

5. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"It is nice to stay there."
United States
MOMO
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Maru Maru Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

6. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (195 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful and healthy"
United States
Erastus
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Exterior

7. LUJO Zanzibar Resort

LUJO Zanzibar Resort
3.0 star property
Paje
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
LUJO Zanzibar Resort
Front of property

8. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Team was great, facility was beautiful, good food variety, and very nice ambiance."
United States
Sabrina
The price is £219
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Exterior

9. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Check in was extremely slow (45 min wait)"
United States
Emilia
The price is £158
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Front of property

10. Bellissimo Boutique Hotel

Bellissimo Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at the Bellisimo. The location was great for exploring Stonetown. The staff were welcoming and very helpful. Having just been on a safari, I appreciated the good laundry service."
United States
Mari
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Bellissimo Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

11. Pongwe Bay Resort

Pongwe Bay Resort
4.5 star property
Pongwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"The room was large and very clean. The staff were very helpful."
United States
Dr Tony
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Pongwe Bay Resort
Restaurant

12. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Everything was great!! A beautiful place."
United States
LaToria Williams
The price is £351
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Property entrance

13. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Really good value for money, location is good and staff were very friendly."
United Kingdom
Joseph
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Dhow Palace Hotel
View from room

14. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"Nice place and everything is great"
United States
Eunice
The price is £381
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
Aerial view

15. The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Clean facility and friendly staff"
United States
Agnes
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Zanzibari
Superior Studio Suite, Kitchenette | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

16. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (165 reviews)
"Good on a budget, good breakfast included. Room clean and bed comfortable, but in need of some maintenence"
Netherlands
Andrea
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Spice Palace Hotel
Front of property

17. Aluna Paje

Aluna Paje
4.0 star property
Paje
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (73 reviews)
"loved the stay , nice breakfast, beautiful view from the rooms , loved the outdoor space"
United States
Asantewaah Jennifer Caroline Owusu
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Aluna Paje
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (Swim Up, Front Ocean View) | Terrace/patio

18. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
5.0 star property
Michamvi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"The hotel is very big yet beautiful. The rooms are spacious and we were pleased to find a hairdryer in the bathroom. Evening entertainment was great but also easily avoided if required. We also enjoyed the selection of pools and meals on offer! Would highly recommend this hotel."
United Kingdom
Susannah
The price is £270
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
JAZ Elite Aurora
Indoor pool

19. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Good clean room in the heart of Stone Town but away from all the tourist shops and touts. Quiet room with food a/c. Helpful staff."
Canada
Gianfranco
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Deluxe Room Twin | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

20. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Great resort with great food!"
United Kingdom
Charlie
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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