Title: Retro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=41904638&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Retro Bed & breakfast in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk ## Photo gallery for Retro ![Interior detail - Retro (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/d05aba14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, bed sheets - Retro (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/e250a25a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Retro (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/ef3ea2fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast - Retro (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/332604e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Retro (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/7a4f5fdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Retro B&B in central Stone Town offers a continental breakfast and a peaceful garden for relaxation. Guests praise its convenient location, laundry facilities, bike rentals, and tour assistance. Free self-parking and concierge services complete the experience. ## Reviews 5.2 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 17 - Dec 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=41904638&PinnedHotelID=41904638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/e250a25a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Private bathroom Wardrobe Desk Daily housekeeping - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41904700/41904638/e250a25a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Private bathroom Wardrobe Desk Daily housekeeping - 463 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### Basic Twin Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Private bathroom Wardrobe Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![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-Retro.h41904638.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Retro.h41904638.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-6.16597%2C39.18996&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_2i0BAsOTsjJe1l3iofBmvxsDTA=) Victoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar Town #### What's nearby - Slave Market \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Christ Church Cathedral \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - House of Wonders \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Forodhani Gardens \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Old Fort \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles #### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬8 min walk - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town - ‬9 min walk - ‪6 Degrees South - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Retro Bed & breakfast located in Stone Town Consider a stay at Retro and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, smoke-free property and a front desk safe - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished and include comforts, such as air conditioning. 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Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services - Laundry 7.6 Good 14 reviews £30 includes taxes & fees 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=95954317&PinnedHotelID=95954317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 5:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 6:30 PM and 5:00 AM 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 cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### Property is also known as Retro Zanzibar Town Retro Bed & breakfast Retro Bed & breakfast Zanzibar Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Retro? ### What time is check-in at Retro? ### What time is check-out at Retro? ### Where is Retro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retro Reviews ## Reviews 5.2 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 4 ### 5.0/10 Cleanliness ### 7.0/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 4.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Hiranmay Ghosh 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Service is very good and people are excellent ##### Hiranmay Ghosh Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Great place for basic stay. Great place for a few nights. Basic. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### MIZUHO 1 Aug 2025 From the beginning the response from the hotel was poor... ##### MIZUHO Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jörg 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Empfehlung Wir waren vom 10.auf den 11.Oktober Gäste im RETRO . Das Zimmer war zweckmäßig,das Personal freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Frühstück war reichhaltig. Alles in allem sehr angenehm und entspannt. Würden wir wieder buchen. ##### Jörg Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 5 Aug 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Run down. Not retro. Just generally speaking, it was desapointing. The person in charge of registration was very rude to us. We Aldo overheard them speaking very curtly to other travellers. The place was very run down. The shower head broke off as soon as we turned the water on... Even though we had paid for our stay in full, we ended up finding another place to stay. Too bad. The location is good and the place looks charming from outside. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Pertti 20 Feb 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Hotellista olevat kuvat ei vastaa lähelläkkään tätä päivää/ todellisuutta. Ihan ala arvoinen paikka. ##### Pertti Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gribouille 10 Jan 2021 On nous a refusé l'accès à l'établissement car nous étions des clients Expedia . ##### Gribouille Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ismail 27 Feb 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### honte.. passer votre chemin A l'arrivée, pas de chambre famille disponible !!?? La honte.. Obliger de voir dans un autre hotel... 10 min après l installation, le responsable de l hotel passe nous voir pour dire que la nouvelle chambre est réservé pour qlq un d autre aussi.. et là c'est le volcan.... 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