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Al Minar Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Free daily full breakfast
Al-Minar Hotel, in the heart of Stone Town, offers spa massages and facials. The Terrace Restaurant serves international cuisine with al fresco dining. A coffee shop is nearby, and WiFi keeps guests connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
SHANGANI STONE TOWN ZANZIBAR TANZANIA Plot 96, SHANGANI S, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 4858

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪taraab - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Al Minar Hotel

Hotel located in Stone Town
You can look forward to free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace at Al Minar Hotel. Adventurous travelers may like the sailing, scuba diving, and water skiing at this hotel. Indulge in a facial and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Terrace Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy onsite activities like windsurfing and mountain biking. In-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon.
Additional perks include:
  • Bike rentals, a safari, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A computer station, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Al Minar Hotel include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 21-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate dining areas, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 3 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terrace Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 3 per night (328 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Al-Minar
Al-Minar Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town
Al-Minar Zanzibar Town
Al Minar Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town
Al-Minar Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Al Minar Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Al Minar Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Al Minar Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Al Minar Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Al Minar Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this spa hotel is steps from Jaw's Corner, Hamamni Persian Baths, and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Christ Church Cathedral and Slave Market are also within 5 minutes.

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