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Island Paradise Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and spa services

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Travelers find tropical comfort at Island Paradise Inn, where the daily breakfast buffet fuels your day. The property balances vacation needs with practical amenities like WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, and a business center for staying connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Deluxe | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Deluxe

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town is home to Island Paradise Inn. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Livingstone's House and Slave Market. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting.
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Mlandege Road, P.O. Box 4040, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Fort - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ccm Social Hall - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Island Paradise Inn

Property highlights
At Island Paradise Inn, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coworking spaces, and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Tour/ticket assistance and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Island Paradise Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • 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 25 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 7)
  • Laundry fee: USD 2

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 2-device limit

Property is also known as

Island Paradise Inn Hotel
Island Paradise Inn Zanzibar Town
Island Paradise Inn Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Paradise Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Paradise Inn?

Island Paradise Inn doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Island Paradise Inn?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Island Paradise Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Island Paradise Inn 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 Island Paradise Inn located?

Situated in Zanzibar Town, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Livingstone's House, Darajani Market, and Shakti Temple. Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Island Paradise Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

N G

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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