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4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Palace retreat in Stone Town

Authentic African décor adorns the nine individually furnished rooms at this historic Stone Town hotel. A full-service spa offers rejuvenating massages and Ayurvedic treatments. Watch the sunrise from your balcony while friendly staff prepares the delicious breakfast that guests consistently praise.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Grand Suite, Bathtub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Grand Suite, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

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  • Partial ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

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Exceptional
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  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Exceptional
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  • Partial ocean view
  • 69 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the boardwalk/promenade, Zanzibar Palace Hotel is in Stone Town neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forodhani Gardens and Prison Island, while Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are cultural highlights. Darajani Market 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 guide
Map
Kiponda area house number 831, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Forodhani Gardens
    Forodhani Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Fort
    Old Fort
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    Christ Church Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market
    Slave Market
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Malindi Mosque
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    5 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • House of Karafuu
    5 min walk
  • Secret Garden
    2 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Upscale hotel near Christ Church Cathedral
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 facial, Ayurvedic treatments, and a body scrub at the onsite 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, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Wedding services, luggage storage, and massage treatment rooms
  • Beach towels, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown services, and guidebooks
  • Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 to 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

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1904
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

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 available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 5.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have elevators
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 transportation 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Palace Hotel located?

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

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Zanzibar Palace Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a quiet location in Stone Town within walking distance of the Darajani Bazaar and other attractions. The staff is great: Lulu, Jamila, Roderick, Iddi, and director Daniela go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. The A/C in the room works very well, and the breakfast buffet (which is included) is outstanding. It's a great value and I'd recommend staying here.
Our Shaba room was large and comfortable.
Nicely furnished Shaba room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel in a great Stone town location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, comfortable beds and good breakfast. As provided direct to then - aircon in room hallway/communal areas and some of the decor is in need of a bot of a refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Waddell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended hotel, with friendly staff.

Really friendly helpful staff. Great rooms. I’d recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malembe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with excellent service from the staff. The hotel is nestled away inside Stone Town but we enjoyed being able to walk to the water and not being far from the sites. The hotel room was beautifully decorated. I would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bopaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff… bathrooms could use a refresh.. great location.. though a bit difficult to find.. overall.. outstanding value .. the staff are superb!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Zanzibar Palace Hotel from June 8 to June 10 and had an amazing experience. The hotel is full of character, with beautiful Zanzibari decor and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff were incredibly warm and helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the location was perfect—close to all the sights, yet quiet at night. A true gem in Stone Town. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very uniquely Zanzibar with an owner who goes out of the way to make you comfortable and happy. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in the middle of town if your in stone town it’s a perfect central location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and helpful staffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Authenticity

We state in this hotel for a few nights and I was very impressed with the stuff who was friendly and extremely positive in all aspects. This is Africa and I learned very quickly that I have to adjust my expectations to fully enjoy what this place has to offer. Everyone was trying their best to make this stay for me and my mother enjoyable. Every stay has glitches and any of my concerns have been addressed immediately. I can definitely recommend this place even though it's not right on the beach but everything is very close. I would like to point out that this place might be not fully suitable for people with Mobility problems since the stairs to the rooms can be challenging depending on which floor you are.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boutique hotel in center of Stone Town

Great stay in the center of Stone Town. The building is unique with an interesting history and every room has a slightly different vibe. Our room has a balcony to the busy street below and an in-room large bath/shower. All of the staff were very friendly and gave maximum effort to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed at dozens of hotels throughout Africa, and this is my new favorite! We loved every part of it…the bed, bath, beauty, ambiance, food, wine, staff, and owner! The room had all the amenities we needed, the bed was exceptionally comfortable, the location in the heart of stone town is superb, and the breakfast delicious! We have already booked our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing character, this. Hotel has a charm that totally enhanced my stay and out in context where I was and the history. The staff - omg so courteous and helpful, in all my travels I have not experienced more genuine hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

I had a wonderful stay at the Zanzibar Palace Hotel. The owner and staff were very nice, helpful and accommodating to my needs. The breakfast was delicious and filling. I did not even need lunch and would be good until dinner. The hotel and rooms are very beautiful and authentic, I felt like a Disney princess :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couple on a tour

Very African style hotel where all rooms are individually decorated in an authentic way. Very friendly and service oriented staff especially the manager who were eager to help and give information. Good location. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jinha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and accommodating. Great location in the city of stone town very walkable. Breakfast daily. This review is based on staying in two different rooms. The Shaba was large spacious. The rosemond was small and adequate but the water pressure in the shower was very low and no privacy curtain in the window. The amount of light in the rooms are low when applying makeup or using the mirror.
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daniela was a fantastic and welcoming host. This historic, well appointed hotel will be a favorite memory and repeat visit. The food was delicious. The coffee and beds were some of the best I've had in Africa. Daniela and I had a great conversations and she arranged a prison island tour for us. It was my second trip to Stone Town and second tour. Last time it wasn't bad but this time it was a better experience. The pilot and your guide this time were far superior to the last prison island excursion.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go for the honeymoon suite, it’s superb!

We stayed for one night, wish we had booked for a few more! Super-friendly staff, lovely renovated and nicely furnished little hotel with only 9 rooms. We stayed in the honeymoon-suite on the 3rd floor, which had all bathroom facilities on a top-side terrace with sun chairs and a lovely views. Food in the restaurant was okay, but the breakfast was lovely. We both had a lovely massage, maybe a bit pricey for here, but cheap compared to Europe. All in all, very satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024