Title: Al Minar Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Al Minar Hotel Hotel in Zanzibar Town with full-service spa and free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/a77d39f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, al fresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/f5749571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/5e3c782e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/860bc924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/e144540a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Al-Minar Hotel, in the heart of Stone Town, offers spa massages and facials. The Terrace Restaurant serves international cuisine with al fresco dining. A coffee shop is nearby, and WiFi keeps guests connected throughout their stay. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Spa - Breakfast included - Room service - 24/7 front desk - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6438429&PinnedHotelID=6438429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/163ef692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Separate dining area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV 3 bedrooms Premium bedding - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/d8fe9cdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Separate dining area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/e144540a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights Separate dining area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Minar-Hotel.h6438429.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Minar-Hotel.h6438429.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.16325%2C39.19053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ymQtGTJaZntCn7nKl9ETuRVw48s=) SHANGANI STONE TOWN ZANZIBAR TANZANIA Plot 96, SHANGANI S, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 4858 #### What's nearby - Christ Church Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Nakupenda Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles #### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk - ‪Secret Garden - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Al Minar Hotel Hotel located in Stone Town You can look forward to free full breakfast, an airport shuttle and a terrace at Al Minar Hotel. Adventurous travellers may like the waterskiing, scuba diving and windsurfing at this hotel. Indulge in a massage and a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Terrace Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as sailing and mountain biking. In-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Additional perks include: - Bike hire, a safari and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, express check-in and babysitting (surcharge) - Free newspapers, a front desk safe and a computer station Room features All guest rooms at Al Minar Hotel feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - 21-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Separate dining areas, fridges and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100470000/100467300/100467282/426be7c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mamdali Guest house Stone Town - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=100467282&PinnedHotelID=100467282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91620000/91614000/91613992/b87a4152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stone Town Cafe and Bed &Breakfast Stone Town - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=91613992&PinnedHotelID=91613992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32220000/32220000/32219918/8a5d6686.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Zanzibar Coffee House Stone Town - 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Available in all rooms: WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps ### Parking and transport - Offsite parking available (USD 3 per night) - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Terrace Restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Mountain biking - Safari - Sailing - Scuba diving - TV in common areas - Water skiing - Windsurfing ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Separate bedroom - Separate in-room dining area - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Picnic area - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Massage - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Low-height counter and sink - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Designated smoking areas - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 21-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Refrigerator - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Desk chair - Iron/ironing board - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## 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) - Nearby parking fee: USD 3 per night (328 ft away) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as Al-Minar Al-Minar Hotel Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town Al-Minar Zanzibar Town Al Minar Hotel Al-Minar Hotel Hotel Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town Al-Minar Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Al Minar Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Al Minar Hotel? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Al Minar Hotel? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Al Minar Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Does Al Minar Hotel 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 Al Minar Hotel located? > Located in Stone Town, this spa hotel is steps away from Jaw's Corner, Hamamni Persian Baths and The Ancient Door of Stone Town. St. Joseph's Cathedral and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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