Hostels in Zanzibar Town

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Shoki Shoki Hostel Stone Town - Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find lockers, hairdryers and desks in all rooms. Lost & Found Dooms - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with lockers. Cubic Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels and showers in all rooms. ZLife Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers and coffee/tea makers. Zanzibar Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a nightclub, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and coffee/tea makers.

If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Zanzibar Town, one of Expedia’s 10 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Zanzibar Town are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these things around Zanzibar Town. Get out into nature with places such as Forodhani Gardens, Shangani Beach and Chapwani Island. Cultural attractions include House of Wonders, Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). Visit landmarks such as Slave Market, Old Fort and Hamamni Persian Baths.

Keep this information about transit options in Zanzibar Town on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), 4 mi (6.4 km) from the city centre.