Title: 10 Historic Hotels in Tanzania for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Top Cities in Tanzania

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#### Dar es Salaam

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![House of Wonders](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222856-Zanzibar-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Zanzibar Town

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#### Arusha

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## Our top choices for Tanzania historic hotels

![On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427300/5427266/0d6cf0dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427300/5427266/5885d2bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427300/5427266/25af578e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, ocean views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427300/5427266/4c2ffc8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mbweni Ruins & Gardens

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Jungle-Paradise-Beach-Resort-Spa-Mbweni-Ruins.h5427266.Hotel-Information)

Zanzibar Town

8.4/10

Very good

(156 reviews)

"Overall, the resort is not well maintained. Water in the shower was just a trickle. Location and beach is really nice, close to the airport and boat pick up to Chumbe Island is from this hotel. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Magdalena

CA $179

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 10 - Jan 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Jungle-Paradise-Beach-Resort-Spa-Mbweni-Ruins.h5427266.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/b6238fde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/90b4a9c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Honeymoon Suite, Sea View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/9b1c5ca6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/w5991h3990x0y4-809b92df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mizingani Seafront Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Mizingani-Seafront-Hotel.h9242138.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.6/10

Excellent

(404 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel, great location. Everything you can want from a stay. Very friendly staff. Great buffet breakfast "

![Ireland](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ie.svg)

Orla

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Mizingani-Seafront-Hotel.h9242138.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6004300/6004235/edf99c66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6004300/6004235/d65527d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6004300/6004235/d60348da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Senior Suite (Sulaima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6004300/6004235/3548c890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kisiwa House

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Kisiwa-House.h6004235.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.8/10

Excellent

(253 reviews)

"- Hotel in great condition, rooms really big and the decor all around the property is lovely. - A/c in the rooms and the power works most of the time and they have a backup generator. - Staff super friendly and knowledgeable - Internet is okay. I was there for work so I probably needed it more than the average traveller. - Could do with a bit more bottled water in the rooms - Good location close to everything - Breakfast a bit boring (fruit, cereal, eggs, crepe). Wish they had an option for a...

![Ireland](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ie.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Kisiwa-House.h6004235.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8731400/8731369/f70dd670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8731400/8731369/2539119b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8731400/8731369/4a962462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8731400/8731369/d9913b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Zanzibar Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Zanzibar-Hotel.h8731369.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.2/10

Very good

(113 reviews)

"Hotelet finns inte. Det är nedstängt."

![Sweden](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/se.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Zanzibar-Hotel.h8731369.Hotel-Information)

![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/2587793c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/39b0fda6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/468886aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/6dd783a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Maru Maru Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Maru-Maru-Hotel.h5427360.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.8/10

Excellent

(571 reviews)

"The staff were excellent. This will forever be my hotel of choice when I come to the island "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Harry

CA $101

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Maru-Maru-Hotel.h5427360.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8360000/8357000/8356996/3a816a7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8360000/8357000/8356996/f3d2ec1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8360000/8357000/8356996/025e813e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8360000/8357000/8356996/2121ae6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Zanzibar-Stone-Town.h8356996.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.8/10

Excellent

(501 reviews)

"Great location, friendly staff, quiet room and comfortable beds "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jeffrey

CA $187

CA $229 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Zanzibar-Stone-Town.h8356996.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881643/c7da3c10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881643/d7627875.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881643/ebbbf835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881643/w3734h2488x0y0-94a59840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-The-Seyyida-Hotel-And-Spa.h3881643.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.2/10

Very good

(220 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel and the staff was very friendly and helpful."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Caridad

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-The-Seyyida-Hotel-And-Spa.h3881643.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/1ee62b8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/78c6da05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/2439ac06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/90f5f145.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Al Johari Hotel & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Johari-Zanzibar.h1880370.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

7.6/10

Good

(154 reviews)

"Great hotel"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Zakaria

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Johari-Zanzibar.h1880370.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/a77d39f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/432e75ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/9a03b55c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438500/6438429/5e3c782e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Al Minar Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Minar-Hotel.h6438429.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

8.6/10

Excellent

(275 reviews)

"We enjoyed our 2 night stay at Al Minar. Good value for money, located close to all the 5 star hotels, but this one is affordable. Especially the family room which fitted us nicely."

![Ireland](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ie.svg)

Rembrand

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Al-Minar-Hotel.h6438429.Hotel-Information)

![Grand Suite, Bathtub | Deep soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5997600/5997509/34855a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Grand Suite, Bathtub | Deep soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5997600/5997509/16f49d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5997600/5997509/aaa1ab7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5997600/5997509/1a06b727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Zanzibar Palace Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Zanzibar-Palace-Hotel.h5997509.Hotel-Information)

Stone Town

9.0/10

Wonderful

(151 reviews)

"Wonderful service from start to finish. Amazing breakfast and a beautiful antiquated suite with bags of character and charm. We stayed in a suite at the very top of hotel and had to walk up quite a few flight of stairs as there is no light. You are helped with luggage, however anyone with mobility issues would may struggle. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

ELIZABETH

CA $183

CA $225 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Zanzibar-Palace-Hotel.h5997509.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Tanzania Hotel Reviews

![Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75600000/75595200/75595198/ff8543fb_y.jpg)

### Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"I just got back from a 4-night stay at Riu Jambo, and honestly, if you’re looking for that postcard-perfect Zanzibar turquoise water, this is the spot. But like any big resort, there are a few things you should know before you book. The Location & Beach (10/10) This is the absolute highlight. Since it’s located in Nungwi, the tide doesn't go out for miles like it does on the East Coast. You can actually swim in the ocean all day long. The beach is pristine, and the sunsets from the jetty bar are probably the best I’ve ever seen. Pro tip: Head to the "See You" bar on the jetty around 5:30 PM to snag a seat for sunset. The Food & Drinks For an all-inclusive, the food was surprisingly good. The main buffet (Maisha) has a massive variety, but it can feel a bit like a "canteen" during peak hours because it gets very loud and busy. The Speciality Restaurants: We tried the Asian (Yunnan) and the Italian (Il Panzotto). The Italian place on the jetty is a must—the atmosphere is way more intimate than the buffet. Drinks: They don’t stingy with the drinks, and the cocktails are decent, though sometimes a bit sugary. The Rooms We had a lateral sea view room. It was modern, super clean, and the AC worked like a charm."

[](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information)

![Park Hyatt Zanzibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9854500/9854453/0472889c_y.jpg)

### Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town "

[](https://expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Zanzibar.h9854453.Hotel-Information)

![Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890700/890700/94a4fcba_y.jpg)

### Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome staff"

[](https://expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Dar-Es-Salaam-New-Africa.h890700.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1320900/1320811/w3837h2547x3y3-706c908b_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel itself from the staff, the New Year celebration, etc was very nicely organized.. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Dar-Es-Salaam.h1320811.Hotel-Information)

![Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3680000/3676000/3675918/6ffb02d4_y.jpg)

### Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, great service, great location."

[](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information)

![Sanna Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100777000/100776956/31b34b01_y.jpg)

### Sanna Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Restaurant at Sanna is amazing and has great views of Arusha. The hotel is clean, the rooms are spacious ans large, and the proximity to everything is shocking. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Sanna-Boutique-Hotel.h100776956.Hotel-Information)

![Tembo House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8980000/8977800/8977778/c68b77a7_y.jpg)

### Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was lovely and the stafd were all very nice and friendly"

[](https://expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Tembo-House-Hotel-Apartments.h8977778.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5361600/5361523/9c3ecc68_y.jpg)

### Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The best resort I ever stayed in . Very nice staff , excellent food , very clean room . The best is the staff "

[](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information)

![Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881687/cca47f35_y.jpg)

### Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

10/10 Excellent

"The beach and sunset was great! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information)