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1. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Grazyna
NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.
A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and a window with shutters.

2. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Susannah
NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tembo House Hotel
A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.
The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.
A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

3. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Joseph
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Dhow Palace Hotel
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

4. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town
United States
MOMO
NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.
A reception desk with a person working on a laptop, a ceiling fan, patterned curtains, and a window with blinds.
A room with a large wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and a tower.
A building with a sign indicating it is a guest house named 'Flamingo'.

5. Flamingo Guest House

Flamingo Guest House
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Aijaz
NZ$27
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Flamingo Guest House
A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.
A buffet with various fruits and sliced meats.
A poolside lounge with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.
A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.

6. Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
Stone Town
Canada
A
NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tembo B&B Apartments
A dining area with a view of the ocean, featuring a buffet table with fruits and bread, and purple chairs.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with two lounge chairs under a striped umbrella, overlooking the ocean.

7. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Christina Katende
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.
A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions.

8. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
Stone Town
United States
Iris
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Zanzibar Coffee House
A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.
A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

9. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Adeyemi
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Spice Palace Hotel
A hotel with a large pool, multiple lounge areas, and a grand entrance with arched windows.
A hotel lobby with a marble floor, wooden beams, a reception desk, and a large wooden door.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pool, and palm trees.
A lobby with a marble floor, arched ceilings, and decorative wooden panels.

10. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Zanzibar Town
United States
Fleur
NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.
A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.

11. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Julie
NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
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Interior
Meeting facility

12. Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
Chukwani
United States
Stephanie Danielle
NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.
A narrow street with a boutique hotel named Shaba Boutique Hotel. There are wooden chairs and tables outside the hotel, and a potted plant is visible.
A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.
A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.

13. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Melanie
NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Shaba Boutique Hotel
A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.
A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

14. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town
United States
Phillip
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
A pool area with palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, overlooking a body of water with boats.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling and a thatched roof, featuring comfortable seating areas and a sign for Zanzibar Beach Resort.
A traditional building with multiple thatched roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

15. Zanzibar Beach Resort

Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Amon Mutale
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Zanzibar Beach Resort
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a wooden shelving unit with plants.
A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and palm trees in the background.
A spacious lobby with a central glass coffee table, seating area with sofas and side tables, wooden beams, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United Kingdom
Ashraful
NZ$353
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
A couple sitting by a pool with a view of the beach and ocean.
A pathway flanked by lush greenery and trees, leading to a thatched-roof structure.
A beachside lounge area with sun loungers and a swing set, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.
A beachside dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

17. Mangrove Lodge

Mangrove Lodge
Chuini
Canada
Rodrigue
NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Mangrove Lodge
A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.
A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.
A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

18. Jafferji House

Jafferji House
Stone Town
United States
EMMANUEL
NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Jafferji House
A beach with sun loungers and a building with arches.
A poolside area with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A pool table in a room with a large ornate door and wall sconces.

19. Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel
Stone Town
Sweden
Marcus
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Tembo Palace Hotel
A swimming pool with a person in the water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water during sunset.
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A building with a balcony and a flagpole with flags.

20. Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique

Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Stone Town
United States
NEEMA KIURE MSSUSA AND
NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
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Prison Island

8.6/10 (258 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Prison Island, a lovely green space in Changuu Island. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a boat docked near the shore.
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Top Changuu Island Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Changuu Island

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were the perfect size for my needs. I w as traveling to Zanzibar on business."
Stanley 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast buffet covered everybody’s needs and was all beautifully cooked and displayed. The staff were very friendly, helpful and attentive. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and am happy to recommend the hotel."
Janet 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful hotel with beautiful staff. Food amazing. Pool lovely. Beach sand and blue sea like you e never seen before. Would I go back again - yes in a heartbeat."
Rachel 14-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

8/10 Good
"The sea view is very nice. The hotel breakfast is also very tasty and their alacarte menu for dinner etc is also very tasty. The reception staff and housekeeping staff are very nice and very very helpful. They really try their best. I loved the hotel, only problem is that there was no alcohol available but otherwise its a very nice hotel. However, please note its not possible to enter the beach as its made of stones and water is very shallow."
Ugur 4-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."
Anne 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."
Eric 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing, this hotel is good for families vacation also Muslim families. All food is HALAL, no alcohol allowed. Clean, friendly stuff and excellent activities Please come and enjoy in zanzibar"
Abubakar 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."
stephane 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Palace Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Changuu Island

Stone Town House

Stone Town House

534 Baghani St Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
NZ$77
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (1 review)
Stone Town House
Horizon Palace

Horizon Palace

Baghani St Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
NZ$134
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Horizon Palace
Habari House

Habari House

102 Shangani St., Zanzibar Town Zanzibar
NZ$183
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Habari House
Blackstone Beach Resort

Blackstone Beach Resort

Uroa Main Road Uroa Regione di Zanzibar Centro-Sud
NZ$197
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Blackstone Beach Resort
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

1168 Fumba Mjini Magharibi Region
NZ$200
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (6 reviews)
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
Plumeria Hotel

Plumeria Hotel

Vuga Rd Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
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4/10 (1 review)
Plumeria Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Changuu Island?
The best area to stay on Changuu Island is the main accommodation area near the historic prison and the giant tortoise sanctuary.This central part of the island is where you'll find the primary lodging options. It's concentrated around the island's most well-known attractions: the former prison building, which now houses some of the island's facilities, and the famed sanctuary for Aldabra giant tortoises. The beach directly in front of this area is where most of the island's activities, like swimming and sunbathing, take place.For families, this area is ideal due to its proximity to the tortoise sanctuary. Children will love the opportunity to interact with these ancient creatures, and the calm, clear waters just off the main beach are great for a relaxed swim. The convenience of having everything within a short walk makes it stress-free for parents.Couples seeking a tranquil escape will also appreciate this location. The evenings are particularly quiet, offering a peaceful setting for stargazing or enjoying the sound of the ocean.
When is the best time to go to Changuu Island?
The best time to go to Changuu Island is during the dry seasons, which run from June to October and December to February.These periods offer consistently sunny weather with minimal rainfall, which is ideal for enjoying the island's beaches and outdoor activities. You can expect clear skies and comfortable temperatures, great for swimming, snorkelling, and exploring the island's history. The calm waters during these months are also excellent for boat trips to nearby sandbanks or for diving excursions.Couples looking for a relaxing beach holiday will find these months great for unwinding by the sea. The pleasant weather allows for uninterrupted enjoyment of the island's natural beauty and the opportunity for romantic sunset walks along the shore.For families, the dry seasons provide the best conditions for children to play on the beaches and for everyone to comfortably partake in activities like visiting the giant tortoises without worrying about sudden downpours.
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