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Zava House Stone town

Zanzibar City

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.

A
ANN
From
Kenya
The room was very spacious and very clean. Strategically located. Walking distance to forodhani, beach, restaurants etc The staffs are very friendly We enjoyed our stay and definitely coming back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews
Price from
US$25.20
1 night, 2 adults

Shoki Shoki Guest House

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Guest House offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

O
Olafs
From
Latvia
Probably best hostel in Stone town, everything well repaired and great staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews
Price from
US$75.25
1 night, 2 adults

Malkiya House

Zanzibar City

Offering a garden and garden view, Malkiya House is located in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

P
Philipp
From
Germany
There was an old and a younger lady, who were kind and friendly. Location is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Kwale Residence

Zanzibar City

6.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Kwale Residence is a recently renovated property set in Zanzibar City and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

S
Said
From
Tanzania
The room was cozy, peaceful, and comfortable, for me to concentrate and get some work done.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$37.26
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Rafiki GuestHouse - Mkunazini

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, 800 metres from Stone Town Beach, Hello Rafiki GuestHouse - Mkunazini provides accommodation with a terrace, free WiFi, free shuttle service, and a shared kitchen.

S
Samuel
From
Malawi
Everything and the location are not far from the Beach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$20.30
1 night, 2 adults

The House of Royals

Zanzibar City

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.

T
Talal
From
United Kingdom
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults

Shivo Guest House

Kiembi Samaki (Near Zanzibar City)

Located within 7.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Shivo Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kiembi Samaki.

A
Albert
From
Australia
Location is great 5 min from airport. Dinner was excellent really tasty . The staff were very helpful . Accommodation was very neat clean and tidy. Stay there again for sure, l highly recommend Shivo Guest house
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Mama's House

Kibweni (Near Zanzibar City)

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

P
Paula94
From
Poland
Everything was soo awesome. The room for guest had a very comfortable bed, smart tv and shower with hot water :) the garden is so lovely, i love plants a lot and this was really paradise for us. Our host speak english very well and is so nice, he is helpfull human and we really feel like in home. House is located near to Ston town. We can use dala -dala, 8 km and you can join wonderful beaches and a lot of different places. Is no in tourist place and we love it! When you decide chose Mama's house, you can live between local people, talk with them, see their culture and just have fun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

Nashu House Stone Town

Ngambo (Near Zanzibar City)

Set in Ngambo, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, Nashu House Stone Town offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services.

M
Marilou
From
Greece
I stayed at Nashu House with my friend and we found a great value for money in our accommodation there. The room was well taken care off and we had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
US$38.95
1 night, 2 adults

BABAbora house

Ngambo (Near Zanzibar City)

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

B
Brett
From
Australia
The location was great, it was exactly what was written on the box. No frills, secure, affordable comfortable accommodation. Cheap and cheerful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$18.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews

Save money on homestays in Zanzibar City and nearby – budget options available

Zanzibar Spice Nest House

Stone Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews

Located in Stone Town, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Hamamni Persian Baths, Zanzibar Spice Nest House features a shared lounge.

Waiz designer

Zanzibar City
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Located in Zanzibar City within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Waiz designer provides rooms with free WiFi.

Shivo Guest House

Kiembi Samaki
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews

Located within 7.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Shivo Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kiembi Samaki.

From US$50 per night

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BABAbora house

Ngambo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

From US$21.25 per night

Mama's House

Kibweni
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

From US$40.97 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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