Save

Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale Zanzibar Town hotel in Stone Town with free breakfast

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are June, 2024 and July, 2024.
June 2024
July 2024

Photo gallery for Dhow Palace Hotel

Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Standard Triple Room, City View | Living area
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Courtyard
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, 397400
  • Popular LocationShangani Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Fort5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSlave Market8 min walk
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)18 min drive
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, City View

Standard Triple Room, City View

Standard Triple Room, City View

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Presidential Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Room amenity

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Room amenity

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Tembo House Hotel
Pool
Spa
Kids pool
Parking included
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (635)
The price is CA $140
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Tembo House Hotel

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Located near the beach, Dhow Palace Hotel is in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town. Kidichi Spice Farm and Sea Cliff Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Masingini Forest and Nakupenda Beach. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guideOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 6 min walk
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market - 6 min walk
  • Lukmaan - 6 min walk
  • House of Karafuu - 4 min walk
  • Abyssinian Maritim - 2 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant - 2 min walk

About this property

Dhow Palace Hotel

Upscale hotel located in Stone Town
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Dhow Palace Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dhow Palace Hotel boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, electric kettles, and desks

Languages

Danish, English, French, Hindi, Norwegian, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and 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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Dhow Hotel
Dhow Palace
Dhow Palace Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Dhow Palace Zanzibar Town
Hotel Dhow
Hotel Dhow Palace
Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Dhow Palace Hotel Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Dhow Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town
Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island/stone Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Dhow Palace Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dhow Palace Hotel?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dhow Palace Hotel on May 27, 2024 start from CA $106.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Dhow Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 20 one-way applies.

Where is Dhow Palace Hotel located?

Located in Stone Town, this hotel is steps from Marahubi Palace, People's Palace Museum, and Mbweni Ruins. Nakupenda Beach and Freddie Mercury Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Dhow Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 297 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 297 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 297 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 297 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 297 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nicolas, LA TRONCHE

Breakfast was mediocre and not ready on time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and centrally based.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cristobal

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disgusting Shower
Shower is disgusting, needs to be renewed it, it’s too old, also it stinks all the time, gases come out of piping or somewhere and smells terrible. Bathroom in general needs an upgrade. Other than that did not find any other issue, location is the best right in the heart of town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very beautiful, it has very nice decoration. Our room was exactly as in the photos, clean and beautiful. Also the staff very welcoming and ready to serve at any time. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anmol

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely traditional Islamic hotel in the heart of Stone town, well worth a stay !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcome Home
Lovely hotel. Very helpful staff. This is my 2nd time in Zanzibar and 2nd time in this hotel. I would definitely stay here again. Welcome Home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

IBRAHIM

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023