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A multi-story building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

1. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Very recommended! Amazing hotel! Great location. Extremely helpful staff!!!"
United States
Natasha
The price is CA $489
CA $580 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A hotel with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach area.

2. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a trouble at check in which was resolved quickly by the helpful staff. The room was clean and had a hairdryer in the bathroom. We loved the rooftop pool. Plenty of breakfast options and a beautiful beach. The location is perfect and we felt very safe there."
United Kingdom
Susannah
The price is CA $149
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Tembo House Hotel
Garden view

3. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, excellent breakfast, beautiful historic building."
Canada
Grazyna
The price is CA $92
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
A large, castle-like hotel with multiple arched windows and a prominent sign reading "Golden Tulip."

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (136 reviews)
"The hotel looks gorgeous. Pros: * The lobby smells good * The staff is friendly * Rooms are clean * Pool area and playgrounds are clean Cons: * The smells in the room hallways is disturbing * The hallways don’t have a working AC * In the rooms, the lights switch are not intuitive * Rooms seems smaller"
United States
Fleur
The price is CA $245
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Emerson Spice Hotel," steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

5. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Beautiful decor in the heart of Stone Town. Staff was outstanding!"
Canada
Julie
The price is CA $153
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Emerson Spice Hotel
A white building with multiple balconies, air conditioning units, and potted plants.

6. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"It is nice to stay there."
United States
MOMO
The price is CA $111
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Maru Maru Hotel
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

7. Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Very outdated hotel, however it was clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Dawn
The price is CA $222
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
An aerial view of a tropical resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a beach area.

8. The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Very clean, great staff"
United States
Tomasz
The price is CA $166
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Zanzibari
A beach resort with thatched-roof buildings, palm trees, and beach umbrellas.

9. Villa Kiva

Villa Kiva
4.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Excelente todo!"
Mexico
Juan
The price is CA $164
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Villa Kiva
A resort with white buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

10. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
4.5 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"I stayed here 5nights with my friends and the experience was great. Very clean with good ambience and yummy buffet breakfast."
United States
Yetunde
The price is CA $287
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a dock by the sea.

11. Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine Lodge
3.5 star property
Matemwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Incredible location, resort, staff and food. I stayed here for 10 nights and it was perfect. The rooms are spacious with a tasteful interior equipped with air conditioning. The villas are situated in a garden with paths, overlooking the ocean on a small cliff. The staff is attentive and eager to provide excellent service. As a solo female traveler I felt very comfortable, safe and well taken care of. I highly recommend!!"
Canada
Catherine
The price is CA $114
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sunshine Marine Lodge
A thatched-roof building with a door and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

12. Mvuvi Boutique Resort

Mvuvi Boutique Resort
4.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"An absolutely amazing stay! The rooms were really nice and comfortable. The place is right on the beach (literally, you step onto sand once you enter through the gate). And I can not say enough about how thoughtful, considerate, and kind ALL of the staff are - (for example, they stood by our chairs when we left our towels etc to go into the ocean without us asking or anything!). Definitely will be recommending to all my friends."
United States
Kristiann
The price is CA $170
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
A beachfront property with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a rocky cliffside.

13. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"The best place i have visited. It made me feel at home"
United States
Carol
The price is CA $384
CA $475 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Melia Zanzibar
A hotel sign with the text "Celebrate Zanzibar's Rhythm" and a view of the hotel buildings with a pool and beach in the foreground.

14. CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm

CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm
3.0 star property
Jambiani
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great beachside location, amazing big rooms with fantastic views. Good breakfast included and their cocktails are cheap and delicious."
United Kingdom
Rhiannon
The price is CA $119
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

15. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
"Good clean room in the heart of Stone Town but away from all the tourist shops and touts. Quiet room with food a/c. Helpful staff."
Canada
Gianfranco
The price is CA $206
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A resort with a thatched-roof structure, a paved pathway, and lush greenery.

16. Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mangapwani
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Very clean resort! Friendly staff especially Ms Tausi who was extremely helpful with our needs. We had all inclusive experience and it was great! Will highly recommend 👌"
United States
Suzy
The price is CA $330
CA $430 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
A resort with a large building, palm trees, and a sandy area.

17. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Everything was great!! A beautiful place."
United States
LaToria Williams
The price is CA $514
CA $606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
A traditional thatched-roof building with multiple balconies, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

18. Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Zanzibar Queen Hotel
4.0 star property
Matemwe
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Great hotel, right on the beach (once you avoid the sellers), with great customer service especially from some of the bar staff. Also a couple of themed evenings at the hotel but I missed the Swahili night which looked lots of fun. No complaints from our group."
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is CA $253
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
A hotel with a thatched roof, wooden balconies, and lush greenery.

19. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (300 reviews)
"Such an amazing place I loved coming back to a clean hotel room and the food was amazing. Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to by far ! Beach is amazing and such friendly amazing staff!"
Canada
Narina
The price is CA $310
CA $370 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.

20. Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
4.5 star property
Zanzibar Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (149 reviews)
"An ok hotel, but wouldn't call it"
United Kingdom
Ashraful
The price is CA $226
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
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Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

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Tembo House Hotel

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Lowest Price
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