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Red Sun Hotel

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Zanzibar Town with a nearby private beach and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
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Classic Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Red Sun Hotel places guests in historic Stone Town's heart. Enjoy continental breakfast and local cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Guests love the cozy bar, inviting garden, and free WiFi for staying connected.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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Kokoni St, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Fort - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪taraab - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Red Sun Hotel

Bed & breakfast located in Stone Town
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Red Sun Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Red Sun Hotel have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free internet.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, premium channels, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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
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

Property is also known as

Red Sun Hotel Zanzibar Town
Red Sun Zanzibar Town
Red Sun Hotel Zanzibar Town
Red Sun Hotel Bed & breakfast
Red Sun Hotel Bed & breakfast Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Sun Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Red Sun Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Sun Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Sun Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Red Sun Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Red Sun Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Malindi Mosque, Shakti Temple, and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). Christ Church Cathedral and House of Wonders are also within 10 minutes.

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