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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.

J
Janet
From
Ireland
The host was very welcoming and friendly. We were very happy with the room with it being very spacious and clean.
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.

N
Nicole
From
Kenya
The hostel location is good and ideal for anyone who wants to explore stonetown. Staff were friendly and served me well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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.

F
Farrah
From
United Arab Emirates
It’s very close to the airport so great the night before a flight. It’s in a secluded area but very nice rooms. Staff are great and help you find the location and book a taxi at the right time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 32 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, 20 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.

M
Marko
From
United States
Great location really close to the airport. Comfortable and clean rooms and beds. Staff is friendly and accommodating. They will also provide an airport pickup and a ride back if needed, driver Juma is very professional and pleasant. I would definitely recommend Shivo guest house to everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 993 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.

A
Aisha
From
Tanzania
The location was quiet and not touristic which is excatly what I was looking for. The host was nice and friendly and was always willing to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 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.

W
Winifrida
From
Tanzania
The staff and manager were so helpfull, they had smiles on their faces all the time it made feel welcomed,
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.

H
Hadad
From
Kenya
The owner baba bora and the workers Alex and ashwaq were kind , friendly and ready to assist to anything … thanks for everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$18.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 755 reviews

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BABAbora house

Ngambo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 126 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$22.50 per night

Mama's House

Kibweni
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 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$24.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Located 500 metres from Stone Town Beach, Zanzibar Vintage House offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a shared lounge.

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.

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.

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The House of Royals

Zanzibar City
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 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.

From US$115 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Located in Zanzibar City, 70 metres from Michamvi Pingwe Beach and 48 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, Artists' Guesthouse Sleep&Dream - Zanzibar provides air-conditioned accommodation with a...