Title: Funguni Palace Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=40597498&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Funguni Palace Hotel Travelers begin their Stone Town adventures with a hearty breakfast before exploring the historic streets by bicycle or visiting nearby attractions ## Photo gallery for Funguni Palace Hotel ![Front of property – evening/night - Funguni Palace Hotel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/232f80c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi - Funguni Palace Hotel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/5a2dd304.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily English breakfast - Funguni Palace Hotel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/2a80f6e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Funguni Palace Hotel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/d33068c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Funguni Palace Hotel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/928151cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Funguni Palace Hotel in central Stone Town offers English breakfast, dry cleaning, and sunny terrace views. The staff arranges local tours, and WiFi keeps guests connected. Previous visitors consistently share positive experiences. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Room service - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=40597498&PinnedHotelID=40597498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed ![Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/bb4b2609.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/7ce69bb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40597500/40597498/0177c7ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Funguni-Palace-Hotel.h40597498.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Funguni-Palace-Hotel.h40597498.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Funguni Palace Hotel is in Stone Town, a neighbourhood in Zanzibar Town. Kidichi Spice Farm and Sea Cliff Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm. [Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zanzibar-Town.dx6143849) ![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-6.15680%2C39.19529&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0b6afD5YojmmCllm15md9pB2W68=) Funguni Rd, Funguni Street, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban, 1071 ### What's nearby - ![House of Wonders](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120010/c03f920f-5a42-47de-aa4f-5411ab08dc6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) House of Wonders 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Forodhani Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120014/90defd7d-e3c9-49ac-b4e9-3f5f4d5bb4d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Forodhani Gardens 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Slave Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120012/d9503427-28a6-4f3f-b6c5-2cf7c286614c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Slave Market 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Old Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120008/c5b3d952-5bae-4027-a200-65434844f8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Old Fort 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Zanzibar Ferry Terminal 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Forodhani Park 10 min walk - Lukmaan Restaurant 13 min walk - House of Karafuu 13 min walk - Secret Garden 9 min walk - Livingstone Beach Restaurant 13 min walk ## About this property ### Funguni Palace Hotel Hotel located in Stone Town Consider a stay at Funguni Palace Hotel and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Bike hire, a front desk safe and smoke-free property - A TV in reception, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine - Luggage storage and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Funguni Palace Hotel include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. 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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. ### 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 cash Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 This property does not have any lifts Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Funguni Palace Hotel Hotel Funguni Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town Funguni Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Funguni Palace Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Funguni Palace Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Funguni Palace Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Funguni Palace Hotel? ### Where is Funguni Palace Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Funguni Palace Hotel Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 6.6 Staff & service ### 6.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### graham 13 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic property for the price. ##### graham Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Wayne 14 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Located in a dark & out of the way area Located in a dark area away from most restaurants & shops. My room had no curtains on the windows including the hallway meaning I had to sleep in almost complete light. I think the price is a little expensive for the hotel with its position & condition. Stuff were very friendly & the breakfast was ok ##### Wayne Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 1 Mar 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### not recommanded Reservation paid when ordering and no room on arrival, obliged to pay again to get a room, due to poor management of reservations, hotel strongly discouraged. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### ARNAUD 25 Feb 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### not recommanded Reservation paid when ordering and no room on arrival, obliged to pay again to get a room, due to poor management of reservations, hotel strongly discouraged. ##### ARNAUD Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Aug 2021 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Budget hotel with a great roof top ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott 10 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Decent place, would stay again Clean inside, handy location 10 minutes walk from most attractions and without the price tag of some of the other hotels. ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Rehana 14 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly, Clean and Convenient The Hotel is well located very near to the Ferry. The staff were friendly at all times, and helped us book various activities around the island, although there were some miscommunication, specifically about the prison island and spice tour including time for swimming (they didnt). The breakfast is good but not "Full English" as advertises ##### Rehana Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### MARTINE 24 Sept 2023 ##### MARTINE Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonas 20 Jul 2023 ##### Jonas Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Anders 26 Apr 2023 ##### Anders Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Avinyia 6 Feb 2023 ##### Avinyia Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvan 16 Nov 2022 ##### Yvan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 17 Jan 2022 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### valerie 22 Dec 2021 ##### valerie Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 5 Apr 2021 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Piotr 19 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Piotr Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 8 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Henrik 17 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Henrik Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Gurudwara Sri Darbar Sahib](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gurudwara-Sri-Darbar-Sahib-Hotels.0-l553248630278747952-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Clarion Congress Hotel Bratislava](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bratislava-Hotels-Clarion-Congress-Hotel-Bratislava.h3697579.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Faversham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels.d602154.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Manchester City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-City-Centre-Manchester-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-n6192111-0-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Cromford Canal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromford-Canal-Hotels.0-l553248621532492743-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Iwo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iwo-Hotels.d6360022.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cala Sinzias Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castiadas-Hotels-Cala-Sinzias-Resort.h65705848.Hotel-Information) > > [Town Houses Sierra Leone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sierra-Leone-Town-Houses.d160-aaTownHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Lodges Ingoldmells](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ingoldmells-Lodges.d3000406568-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Apartments Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Apartments.d2115-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [The Bull](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-The-Bull.h88288871.Hotel-Information) > > [Country Houses Great Britain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Great-Britain-Country-Houses.d553248623451644244-aaCountryHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights > [Flights from Gatwick (LGW) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/lax/london-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Tallinn (TLL-Lennart Meri) to London (LON-All Airports)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/tll/lon/tallinn-to-london) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Kathmandu (KTM)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/ktm/glasgow-to-kathmandu) ### Packages > [Cadbury World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cadbury-World-Bournville.d6084075.Attraction) > > [Pirates Cove Adventure Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pirates-Cove-Adventure-Golf-Shanklin.d6281412.Attraction) > > [Selwo Adventure Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Selwo-Adventure-Park-New-Golden-Mile.d6121418.Attraction) > > [Zingaro Nature Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zingaro-Nature-Reserve-San-Vito-Lo-Capo.d6182717.Attraction) > > [Lee-on-the-Solent Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lee-On-The-Solent-Beach-Lee-on-the-Solent.d553248635978573349.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Maastricht](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maastricht.dx6047192) ---