Market Backpackers - Hostel

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A bunk bed room with green and white patterned curtains, a green wall, and a white bedspread. - Market Backpackers - Hostel (Zanzibar Town)

A bunk bed room with green walls and a patterned curtain. - Market Backpackers - Hostel (Zanzibar Town)

A bathroom with two sinks, wooden doors, and a blue bucket. - Market Backpackers - Hostel (Zanzibar Town)

A room with bunk beds and patterned curtains. - Market Backpackers - Hostel (Zanzibar Town)

Overview
Rooms
Location
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At Market Backpackers - Hostel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Tomorrow

Aug 27 - Aug 28

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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A room with bunk beds and patterned curtains.

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men)

City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Women)

City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Free WiFi

Economy Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

City view
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Basic Room

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Market Backpackers - Hostel is in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town. Masingini Forest and Shangani Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide

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Market St, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban

What's nearby

Christ Church Cathedral
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Slave Market
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
House of Wonders
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Old Fort
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Forodhani Gardens
8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
18 min drive

Restaurants

Forodhani Park
8 min walk
Lukmaan Restaurant
4 min walk
Secret Garden
3 min walk
Beach House Restaurant
12 min walk
Mama Mia Gelato - Stone Town
8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

TV in common areas

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Outdoors

Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

More

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

5 shared bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Oven
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop

More

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board on request
Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: TZS 30000.00 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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Market Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Market Backpackers - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 30000.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Market Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Stone Town, this hostel is steps from Darajani Market, Slave Market, and Christ Church Cathedral. Hamamni Persian Baths and Shakti Temple 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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