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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Adventure Zanzibar Town hotel connected to a shopping centre, within walking distance of House of Wonders
VIP Access
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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | View from room
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | View from room
Property entrance
Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Overview of Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
The price is NZ$214
Price available on 26/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
Kiponda area house number 831, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
  • Popular LocationSlave Market5 min walk
  • Popular LocationForodhani Gardens6 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Fort6 min walk
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)19 min drive

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Room options

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Grand Suite, Bathtub

Grand Suite, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 69 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Executive Level

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 67 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Located on the boardwalk, Zanzibar Palace Hotel is in Stone Town neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forodhani Gardens and Prison Island, while House of Wonders and Peace Memorial Museum are cultural highlights. Malindi Mosque and Slave Market are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game viewing.
Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guideOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk
  • Slave Market - 5 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 6 min walk
  • Old Fort - 6 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market - 5 min walk
  • Lukmaan - 6 min walk
  • House of Karafuu - 5 min walk
  • Abyssinian Maritim - 9 min walk
  • Zanzibar Coffeehouse - 3 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Upscale hotel near House of Wonders
Located close to Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), Zanzibar Palace Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a hot stone massage and Ayurvedic treatments at the on-site spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Palace Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a front desk safe and a gift shop
  • Multilingual staff, massage treatment rooms and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Blackout curtains, turndown services and guidebooks
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Palace Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the boardwalk

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1904
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Zanzibar
Zanzibar Palace
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Stone Town
Hotel Zanzibar Palace
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzibar Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zanzibar Palace Hotel on 26 Apr 2024 start from NZ$197.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Zanzibar Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Palace Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this spa hotel is steps away from Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). House of Wonders and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 5 minutes.

Zanzibar Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with charm. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the traditional Cousy nature it has. I did not like the fact it doesn’t have ramp access at the entrance and no elevator… UNESCO prevented that I understand but it makes it family unfriendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Hermantown

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were some of the nicest people I have ever met. Friendly, genuine and helpful! I can not say enough good things about the people who work at Zanzibar palace The location was within walking distance of everything we wanted, the breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fahmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with very friendly staff
Great place with traditional touch and top location. Right in the heart of stone town. Very friendly and helpful, always happy to help. Would definitely stay again. I had a room with balcony which was very nice to watch the sun come up in the morning and see people go about their daily lives in stone town. Fantastic way to experience the real Zanzibar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Takashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly. If the room had a small table for Laptop work I would be happier.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

John, Lawrenceville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anouska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location-within walking distance of Darjani Market and Freddie Mercury’s house. The staff was attentive and helpful. The room I stayed in was huge and clean. It was 3 flights up but they help you with your luggage. They offer spa services which is done in a hotel suite. The massage I had was terrific. My only regret is I didn’t have more time there.

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night and wish we stayed longer. Staff very friendly breakfast was delicious. Also included free pick up from airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023