Find Historic Hotels in Stone Town from CA $63

Visitors in search of a tour of historical sites should consider a trip to Stone Town. The array of shops and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. You can also discover the live music during your vacation in this walkable area.

Based on our travel expertise, Tembo House Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Old Fort is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

Stone Town is home to 150 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Stone Town is notable for landmarks like Slave Market, House of Wonders, and Old Fort. Cultural venues include Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), People’s Palace Museum, and Peace Memorial Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Forodhani Gardens and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a vacation in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Stone Town, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Stone Town, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.