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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, BARIDI VILLA is located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Kiwengwa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

Breakfast was always great and it was served at my room every morning on time. Even though the location is not a beachfront,the beach is only a five minute walk and the location is very secure.we would go for walks to the beach at any time of the night. If you are looking for a pocket friendly and convenient place to stay,this is yourbest bet.

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9
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial Museum. It is situated 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

The apartment was exactly as described, very nicely furnished, very clean and lovely. We were staying in the penthouse with amazing views on the city. We were two travelling friends and we were happy that the bed was large enough for us both without bumping into each other. WiFi was good and strong. There was safe onsite. Location was great, close to Freddy Mercury house and right at the Stone city, shops and restaurants. Breakfast had very large variety and the gentleman making eggs was really fun, unfortunately didnt catch the name, but he was really amazing. Room has AC that works well.

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8.3
Very good
1,435 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Set just 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Freddie Mercury Apartments offers accommodation in Zanzibar City with access to a private beach area, a rooftop pool, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Noisy area, but we expected and liked this :-)

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8.4
Very good
101 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Set within 13 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 12 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, Jabar Lodge features accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

A nice quiet place on the wild coast for a peaceful rest. Nice responsive staff especially Patrick. Nice cozy house for living. The bathroom has only hard soap, no shower gel and shampoo. Romantic place. Within walking distance is a local fishing village with a small port, banana plantation, palm forest. Some fishermen looked like pirates in movies :) We did not hear any noise from the port in the house/room. You can swim during high tide. The beach is rocky. The food was good. The owner Jamal is responsive - helped with trips to Stone town, Jozani forest, Kendwa and Nungvi beach, brought durian. You can safely ask for anything you want. Beautiful sunsets. It was the most unusual birthday of my life. Thanks to Jamal, Patrik, Malik - for the birthday party, the birthday song and everything!

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8.7
Fabulous
170 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house offers garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

It's an amazing house, that has been wonderfully restored and maintained. The garden, in particular, is spectacular. Szilvia has done a brilliant job and is a fantastic host. Highly recommended

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8.9
Fabulous
21 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Featuring a patio with city views, a terrace and a bar, David Livingstone's Home can be found in Zanzibar City, close to Stone Town Beach and 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. Old Dispensary is 700 metres away and Cinema Afrique is less than 1 km from the apartment.

Excellent location. Massive space and huge covered verandah with the best sea views. Disregard any negative comments about this place. It’s simply the best value in Stonetown. Highly recommended.

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8.7
Fabulous
32 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Michenzani Flat is located 1.1km from Zanzibar city. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from Kiwengwa.

This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a shower.

- Good location - Very kind host - Great support - Spacious - Nice kitchen

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8
Very good
12 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Balcony House is offering accommodation in Stone Town in Zanzibar City. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers.

Balcony House has 11 bedrooms. Each room is equipped with mosquito net and ceiling fan. Some rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, while others have access to shared bathrooms. Air-conditioning is available in most room. Some rooms have view to the ocean, others to the street. All rooms have access to a shared balcony, terrace, living room, kitchen, dining room and bathrooms. Free WiFi is available.

Balcony House is a wonderful place with wonderful people. The rooms rate from very simple up to A/C and ocean view so there will be something for everyone whether or not you’re travelling by yourself or in companionship. The owners are from Kopenhagen and Zanzibar which is the perfect style mix in interior. It has everything you need, is kept simple and open, but still welcoming and cosy. Especially the common spaces such as kitchen, terraces and the balcony are truly wonderful with lots of in and outside facilities to hang out and relax. It is very clean, the communication with the owners extremely reliable and quick even from afar, and it is in a perfect location with walking distance to everything in stone town including the ferry station. I would always come back and enjoyed my time a lot.

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7.9
Good
1,014 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum. All rooms feature a kitchen and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

I stayed for two days and had an incredible time. A week before my suitcase got lost and I had a lot of help from Nadia, one of the girls working at the reception. Nadia also helped me to find a good tour and to have a better experience in Zanzibar. I am super grateful to her and to Zava House for making my experience beautiful and unforgettable. I have never stayed in a place with such nice people. The place is super well located and the rooms are big, cool and comfortable. I hope to come back soon!

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7.9
Good
464 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Featuring city views and a terrace, Kelele Square offers accommodation ideally set in Zanzibar City, within a short distance of Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. It is situated 500 metres from Old Fort of Zanzibar and provides luggage storage space. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security and free WiFi.

Good location, Cleanliness and Low price

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6.8
Review score
389 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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  • BARIDI VILLA
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, BARIDI VILLA is located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Kiwengwa Beach.

    clean, friendly staff, nice pool, nearby the beach.

  • Tembo B&B Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,435 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk, Tembo B&B Apartments is attractively situated in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop and 1.1 km from Peace Memorial...

    Excellent location; great views, Reasonably priced food

  • Kelele Square
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 389 reviews

    Featuring city views and a terrace, Kelele Square offers accommodation ideally set in Zanzibar City, within a short distance of Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic...

    I liked the wall arts along the stares and hall way

  • Smiles Stone Town Hotel
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 152 reviews

    Situated in Zanzibar City, in a historic building, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach, Smiles Stone Town Hotel is a bed and breakfast with a terrace and shared lounge.

    The room was clean but very tiny and the bathroom to.

  • Green Turaco
    Breakfast options
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 153 reviews

    Featuring pool views, Green Turaco features accommodation with balcony, around 8.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum. This aparthotel provides free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi.

    Very helpful stuff, free transfer from the airport.

  • Malindi Guest House
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 718 reviews

    Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 210 metres from the harbour and 450 metres from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

    Very nice rooftop, bathrooms were clean and spacious.

  • Hiliki House
    Breakfast options
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 563 reviews

    Located across the Victoria Garden in Vuga and 5 minutes' walk away from the Peace Memorial Museum, Hiliki House features colonial architecture. It offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

    Host and staff are very friendly and breakfast was also tasty.

  • Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 72 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Minara Miwili - Forodhani Park provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi.

    Stort rum och ljust och rymligt badrum. Trevlig personal.

These holiday rentals in Zanzibar City have options with FREE cancellation

  • The House of Royals
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area.

    ein tolles, geschichtsträchtiges und sehr familiär geführtes Haus

  • Balcony House
    Free cancellation options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,014 reviews

    Balcony House is offering accommodation in Stone Town in Zanzibar City. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Balcony House has 11 bedrooms.

    Great location, walking distance to main attractions.

  • Zava House Stone town
    Free cancellation options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 464 reviews

    Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Nice and clean rooms, very friendly and helpful staff.

  • Princess Salme Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 224 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach and 1.5 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Princess Salme Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

    Very cheap rooms for the location, very friendly staff

  • Ayaa Luxury Apartment 4th Floor Zanzibar
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Ayaa Luxury Apartment 4th Floor Zanzibar is set in Zanzibar City.

  • Vero house
    Free cancellation options available
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting a hot tub, Vero house is situated in Zanzibar City. This apartment features free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi.

  • Uko Uko House
    Free cancellation options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 38 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Uko Uko House is located in Zanzibar City near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

    Grote kamer, centrale ligging, goede doche en vriendelijke eigenaar

  • Dreams Hotel Zanzibar
    Free cancellation options available
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 15 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Dreams Hotel Zanzibar provides accommodation with balcony, around 1.2 km from Stone Town Beach.

    Staff were friendly and informative, it was clean and room well appointed for our needs.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Zanzibar City

  • Freddie Mercury Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 101 reviews

    Set just 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Freddie Mercury Apartments offers accommodation in Zanzibar City with access to a private beach area, a rooftop pool, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    Very nice apartment attached to a beautiful hotel Tembo.

  • Jabar Lodge
    8.0+ review score
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 170 reviews

    Set within 13 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 12 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, Jabar Lodge features accommodation with seating area.

    Beautiful bungalows and nice people working here :)

  • David Livingstone's Home
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Featuring a patio with city views, a terrace and a bar, David Livingstone's Home can be found in Zanzibar City, close to Stone Town Beach and 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

    Gemütliche Unterkunft mit tollen Ausblick ganz privat

  • Michenzani Flat
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Michenzani Flat is located 1.1km from Zanzibar city. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from Kiwengwa.

    The room were big,condusive environment,good customer service

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Zanzibar City

  • Avg. price/night: £145.54
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 719 reviews
    The historical house, which is included in the city sightseeing route, is really interesting. The staff is friendly. Great breakfast on the roof. It is safe, there is a watchman on duty in the evenings and at night, who lets guests in and out. It is possible to buy Tanzanian coffee, and it is a good opportunity to do so in the city, because in the remote villages there are no beans or ground coffee, except instant coffee. It is very good that there is an opportunity to refill drinking water. There was warm water and electricity all the time.
    Dalia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90.47
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews
    The Villa is a jewel. it was saved and restored from a nature that was literally claiming and swallowing it back. The White Villa stands Out from its beautiful green garden but without being intrusive with nature. The garden and the Door Collection absolutely deserve a visit. the room was really well designed and furnished. you have really the feeling to be in a small bubble suspended out of time.
    Alessandro
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £89.68
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 320 reviews
    It’s a run down villa shared villa with shared living room and kitchen and living hall.
    Nasser
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 237 reviews
    The resort itself is beautiful. The garden is like a rain forest, there’s lots of flowers, animals and all around beautiful surroundings. We had a Villa with a pool and we really enjoyed it. Staff were overall very friendly, the food was good.
    R
    Rebecca
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 371 reviews
    Very clean. The hotel staff went above and beyond to make it a memorable stay for us. The beach is right next to the hotel with access through hotel. You also have a salt water swimming pool and they have two villas
    shanaka
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 237 reviews
    Staff was amazing Food menus and service Spacious private villa with pool Landscape and walk-around Sunset
    Salim
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £89.68
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 320 reviews
    They allowed us to check in early since we arrived before 2 pm from our other accommodation. The front desk clerk walked us to the restaurant while we waited for our villa to be ready. Lunch was delicious with great views of the ocean. The grounds are beautiful and well-maintained. We had a 3-bedroom villa and we loved it. Every bedroom had it's on TV. The WiFi worked very well. My wife and I really enjoyed Arnoldi's Bar, which is next door. They have delicious food and drinks for reasonable prices.
    Anthony
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 371 reviews
    We had a private villa with our own private pool which was such luxury! We also had the option (which we took advantage of) of having breakfast in our outside dining area with fabulous views of the pool and beach.. spectacular stay!
    John Kisegerwa
    People with friends
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 237 reviews
    We stayed in the Villas and the private pool with beach access was an absolute dream. The staff is world class and I dream of my return to the Zani Resort! Great food from their incredible chef and the staff was a standout highlight during my time in the region. 10/10
    Alexandria
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £89.68
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 320 reviews
    Absolutely everything… ocean view, walk to the beach, spacious clean Villas and great facilities
    Nthabiseng
    People with friends

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