Title: Sultan Backpackers Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=76415375&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sultan Backpackers Hostel Travelers find a peaceful retreat in Stone Town's historic atmosphere, with expert tour assistance that opens doors to authentic local adventures ## Photo gallery for Sultan Backpackers Hostel ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Sultan Backpackers Hostel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76415400/76415375/7e1cf88d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sultan Backpackers Hostel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76415400/76415375/75855cb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sultan Backpackers Hostel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76415400/76415375/a6abd720.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Sultan Backpackers Hostel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76415400/76415375/17e2c58a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sultan Backpackers Hostel (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76420000/76415400/76415375/e4e89adb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sultan Backpackers Hostel sits in Stone Town's center, where travelers can connect to in-room WiFi while planning their next move. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Sultan-Backpackers-Hostel.h76415375.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Sultan-Backpackers-Hostel.h76415375.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-6.16455%2C39.19148&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2uvnjFpWaFztmmO-skl5QNDcbO8=) Mkunazini St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region #### What's nearby - Slave Market \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Christ Church Cathedral \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 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.) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬9 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬6 min walk - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Secret Garden - ‬5 min walk - ‪Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Sultan Backpackers Hostel Hostel located in Stone Town Sultan Backpackers Hostel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Sultan Backpackers Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Sultan Backpackers Hostel Zanzibar Town Sultan Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sultan Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sultan Backpackers Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Sultan Backpackers Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Sultan Backpackers Hostel? ### Where is Sultan Backpackers Hostel located? ## Have a question? 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