What is Stone Town like?

Stone Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit Slave Market and Old Fort as part of your Stone Town travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Stone Town?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town is the highest ranked property in Stone Town. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other favourite options in the area include Emerson Spice Hotel and Upendo House Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in the Stone Town area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Zanzibar Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 155 Stone Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Stone Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Stone Town.

What are the top things to see and do in Stone Town?

Stone Town's sights and attractions like House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and Freddie Mercury Museum offer insight into the local culture. You could also plan a visit to Slave Market or Old Fort while you're in the neighbourhood. Christ Church Cathedral, Hamamni Persian Baths and Shakti Temple are just a few of the places to visit in and around Stone Town. While you're out sightseeing, Darajani Market and Jaw's Corner are a couple of additional sights to visit in Zanzibar Town.

Stone Town Hotels: 580 Cheap Accommodation in Stone Town

580 Cheap Hotels in Stone Town - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

"Hotel was clean and staff was very polite and helpful.surely recommend to stay there. "

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers

"Great breakfast and location "

"This was a very nice, pleasant, convenient, easy stay. The rooms were clean, air conditioned, and had plenty of space for a solo traveler like myself. We actually had had water, which was also nice compared to some places I’ve been. The staff were fantastic, and I especially appreciate their help with a few things I needed help with. Overall, great stay. Would happily recommend."

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16 Sept - 17 Sept

"Beautiful boutique hotel in Stone Town! Very friendly and attentive staff, lovely breakfasts, charming and quiet garden and outdoor dining area, spacious rooms. A fantastic experience overall and would def recommend!"

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21 Aug - 22 Aug

"The Freddie Mercury room had a wonderful view, was spacious, and was absolutely fantastic."

"This place is a gem, great coffee, unique place within maze of city"

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"One of the most charming places we've ever stayed at. Antique, yet very clean and safe. Food was delicious, best we had on Zanzibar. Staff wonderful. Highest recommendation. "

"It’s very nice place to stay with family or solo the breakfast is great so many variety that you think what to take and not "

"We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small...

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Great welcome, easy, small, cute, 2 double rooms only rented out each with private bathroom. very quaint but typically as in Stonetown, the windows face the alleys and you can hear people opten walking talking but normal for intown house. would still stay again. great value. "

On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

"Great area, this is literally the building where Freddie Mercury lived, apartment with unique old zanzibari character, great location - near to beach, stone town and night market, great breakfast. Loved it."

"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "

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11 Sept - 12 Sept

"Great staff and great location. "

"Excellent location, many shops and restaurants nearby. Very close to the beach. We had a fantastic room with a lovely sea view. Clean and inviting pool area. Very good breakfast and helpful staff. "

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"I stayed at Zanzibar Palace Hotel from June 8 to June 10 and had an amazing experience. The hotel is full of character, with beautiful Zanzibari decor and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff were incredibly warm and helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the location was perfect—close to all the sights, yet quiet at night. A true gem in Stone Town. Highly recommended!"

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20 Aug - 21 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site

"Hotel was marvelous - great location, fabulous views of the ocean and the friendliest staff we've ever had"

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7 Sept - 8 Sept

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views

"Stone Town!"

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22 Aug - 23 Aug

"The staff was remarkably accommodating. The morning breakfast was stellar and free! The air conditioning excellent. We would definitely return. "

"Great location good service excellent breakfast"

Top Stone Town Hotel Reviews

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent

"Nice rooftop bar with food . Clean property in centre of stone town , walking distance to tourist sites . Stunning hotel "

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic experience staying here! The staff went above and beyond to accomodate our needs. They let us keep our luggage there before check in time with no extra charge, and they gave us a room upgrade to one of the best rooms (the Katherine Hepburn room), which was a really nice surprise. The staff were all super friendly and helpful. When we decided to have dinner in the Secret Garden Restaurant on a night when there was music, we complained that we had to pay extra for the music, and the manager was so kind. He didn't make us pay, and arranged for us to eat upstairs where it was quieter. We later realized that the music cost was explained in our welcome letter, so we appologized and paid for it the next day and the manager was so nice.The whole place was spotlessly clean, the bed was very comfortable and the room and the hotel were beautifully decorated. I loved the extra touches like the handmade scented soaps and the flowers in the room. We loved the balcony that was off of our room and asked if we could eat breakfast there instead of going downstairs. The servers forgot about us and we had to wait extra long for our food, but it was worth it! We can't say enough about how much we enjoyed staying at this hotel. We would definately stay here again and even though it's a little bit pricier than other hotels, it's totally worth it. We would highly recommend to others."

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Flamingo Guest House

Flamingo Guest House

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Vivi Cafe B&B

Vivi Cafe B&B

Kholle House

Kholle House

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Habari House

Habari House

Hanaia House

Hanaia House

Freddie Mercury Apartments

Freddie Mercury Apartments

Jafferji House

Jafferji House

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

Mango restaurant and apartment hotel

Mango restaurant and apartment hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Spice Tree by Turaco

Spice Tree by Turaco

Bellissimo Boutique Hotel

Bellissimo Boutique Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Top Stone Town Hotel Reviews

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

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