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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Kiponda area house number 831, Zanzibar City

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Suites with Unique Decor

    The Zanzibar Palace Hotel in Stone Town offers individually decorated suites blending Zanzibari, Arabic, and English décor. Each suite features a seating area, flat-screen TV, and some even boast a balcony with a hot tub on the sun deck.

  • Exquisite Dining and Wine Selection

    Indulge in a daily breakfast buffet at the Palace Restaurant and savor à-la-carte specialties made from fresh ingredients in the evening. The bar offers a wide selection of wines to complement your meal perfectly.

  • Relaxing Spa and Exciting Excursions

    Unwind with a massage at the Zanzibar Palace spa or let the tour desk organize local excursions for you. Don't miss the chance to explore Forodhani Gardens and Old Fort just a short walk away.

Book your stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel for a memorable and luxurious experience.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Historical charm

  • Attentive staff

  • Delicious breakfast

At the hotel

Popular amenities

69 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Bar
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Pools & wellness

  • Massage services
  • Spa/wellness center

Dining & drinks

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Cycling

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
  • Snorkelling
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

449 reviews
9/ 10
L’accueil la disponibilité des personnes et la proximité de l’hôtel
Janick · extended group · 2026-10-13

The guest experience

9.4out of 10
449 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Historical charm
  • Attentive staff
  • Delicious breakfast

Worth knowing — Tour organization issues · Old equipment

How guests scored the stay

  • Location10.0

    Very good location in Stone Town and charming surroundings mentioned.

  • Service9.6

    Staff demonstrated kindness and attentiveness in several reviews.

  • Value for Money9.6

    Guests expressed satisfaction with the accommodations considering the historical charm.

  • Food and Beverage9.6

    Breakfast praised as plentiful and fresh with local culinary experiences.

  • Overall Experience9.6

    A warmly recommended hotel with a unique ambiance.

  • Room Quality9.1

    Rooms described as spacious and decorated with care.

  • Amenities9.1

    Standard amenities for a hotel of this rating.

  • Cleanliness8.6

    Some concerns about old equipment noted.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

82% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

9.4449 reviews
  • Solaire

    9/10

    Janick · extended group · 2026-10-13

    “L’accueil la disponibilité des personnes et la proximité de l’hôtel”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Philip · couple · 2026-09-17

    “Great location, great breakfasts, but the big winner is Danielle and her team - every single one of whom was nothing but friendly and helpful at all times”

  • Don't stay anywhere else!

    10/10

    Ana Carolina · family with children · 2026-09-06

    “Zanzibar Palace Hotel is a charming boutique property set within a beautifully restored merchant house in the heart of Stone Town. The building is full of character, and every room has its own unique style and atmosphere. We stayed in Arabica, on the top floor, and absolutely loved it. The room was spacious, the bed very comfortable, and everything was spotlessly clean. The service throughout our stay was exceptional. Daniela’s attention to detail is remarkable—you can see her thoughtful touch in every corner of the hotel. Iddi, Lulu and Jamila were fantastic as well; from check‑in to breakfast and everything in between, they made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. We also enjoyed the hotel’s happy hour, which offered a great selection of wine and spirits. Our daughter especially loved the fresh juices. Daniela helped us organise a tour to Nakupenda and Prison Island, and also assisted with confirming details for a spice farm visit we had arranged before arriving. Overall, Zanzibar Palace Hotel is a warm, character‑filled place with outstanding service. We would happily stay here again.”

  • Guest review

    5/10

    Audrey · family with children · 2026-09-04

    “centre, bien situé”

  • Wonderful stay at a charming boutique hotel.

    10/10

    Ruth · solo traveller · 2026-09-01

    “Charming hotel with a delightful staff and onsite owner. Attention to detail and customer service evident throughout. Great chef. I’d definitely stay here again.”

  • Da migliorare

    6/10

    Maila · family with children · 2026-08-21

    “Posizione molto centrale albergo con fascino ma dalla suit mi sarei aspettata qualche cosa in più avendo prenotato una suit x tre non mi aspettavo un letto aggiunto”

  • Ottima scelta

    10/10

    Guido · couple · 2026-08-20

    “Struttura ordinata, personale efficiente e cordiale.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Fiona · family with children · 2026-08-18

    “It is an exceptional historical property with a welcoming and helpful owner and staff. The location is excellent.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Catherine · family with children · 2026-08-12

    “A great historical building , with a lot of charm, super nice staff and right in the city center of the old town! We had the chance to have a big room with a balcony on the top of the building: fantastic!!!”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Jennifer · solo traveller · 2026-08-08

    “The staff are wonderful particularly at front of house.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Géraldine · solo traveller · 2026-08-07

    “L'emplacement est parfait pour une immersion dans Stone town. Le personnel et la directrice de l'hôtel sont vraiment disponibles. Certes il y a des escaliers mais la vue tout en haut en vaut le detour.”

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