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Zanzibar Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance at this Stone Town retreat where mornings in a garden sanctuary give way to evenings of dancing under twinkling lights

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Located in Stone Town's center, Zanzibar Hostel offers tranquility and excitement. Guests sip coffee in the peaceful garden or enjoy the on-site nightclub. Free WiFi connects travelers to the world, and complimentary bike rentals make exploring the attractions effortless.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free wired internet

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 6 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free wired internet

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Mixed Dorm | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free wired internet

Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Zanzibar Hostel is in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town. Freddie Mercury Museum and People's Palace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kidichi Spice Farm. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Stone Town, Gizenga, Shanghani Street, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sharazad The Door Restaurant And Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Hostel

Hostel located in Stone Town
Consider a stay at Zanzibar Hostel and take advantage of a nightclub, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Zanzibar Hostel have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free internet and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 4 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10.00 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 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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

Zanzibar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Hostel Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Zanzibar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Hostel Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzibar Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Zanzibar Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Zanzibar Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 10.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Hostel located?

Located in Stone Town, this hostel is steps from People's Palace Museum, Marahubi Palace, and Mbweni Ruins. Nakupenda Beach and Freddie Mercury Museum are just steps away.

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