Title: Market Backpackers - Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Market Backpackers - Hostel Hostel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/bd84db61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/c3597663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/d2ccdb64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/39946251.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/1f9ce1bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Market Backpackers - Hostel sits in Stone Town's center, offering continental breakfast and in-room WiFi for guests. The rooftop terrace provides a perfect retreat after exploring, while dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff ensure a comfortable stay. 4.8 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Air conditioning - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 21 - Nov. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=25167324&PinnedHotelID=25167324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/1f9ce1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan 5 bathrooms Oven Stovetop Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric kettle - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25167400/25167324/1f9ce1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Women) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan 5 bathrooms Oven Stovetop Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric kettle - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### Economy Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom 5 bathrooms Oven Stovetop Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils - 1 bedroom - City view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds ### Basic Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom 5 bathrooms Oven Stovetop Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Market-Backpackers-Hostel.h25167324.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Market-Backpackers-Hostel.h25167324.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.16222%2C39.19325&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rfy9y_chBuO8NRcheeWETvb3wwk=) Market St, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban #### What's nearby - Christ Church Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Shangani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km #### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬8 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min walk - ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬14 min walk - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬4 min walk - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### Market Backpackers - Hostel Hostel located in Stone Town Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Market Backpackers - Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance - A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe Room features All guestrooms at Market Backpackers - Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - 5 bathrooms with showers - Communal kitchens, ovens, and stovetops ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427300/5427266/990d8ff0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mbweni Ruins & Gardens Zanzibar Town - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 154 reviews CA $161 CA $201 total includes taxes & fees Nov 21 - Nov 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=5427266&PinnedHotelID=5427266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### 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 ### Property is also known as Market Backpackers Hostel Zanzibar Town Market Backpackers Zanzibar Town Market Backpackers Market Backpackers - Hostel Zanzibar Town Market Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Market Backpackers - Hostel Reviews 4.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Staff & service ### 4.0/10 Amenities ### 4.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Tuncay Aug 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort WiFi is avaliable in the room and wash room is big ##### Tuncay Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### giwon Mar 5, 2020 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### giwon Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Feb 29, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Downtown Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Vancouver-Vancouver-Hotels.0-n6058432-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Sandman Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandman-Centre-Hotels.0-l6221934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Balconies in Markham](https://www.expedia.ca/Markham-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balconies.0-0-d10353-tHotelswithBalconies.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Mountaineer Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Louise-Hotels-Mountaineer-Lodge.h5157510.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-San-Francisco-DowntownVan-Ness-Ave.h919198.Hotel-Information) > > [Friday Harbour Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Hotels-Friday-Harbour-Resort.h30029681.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-San-Francisco-South-Airport-Blvd.h487.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Vancouver-Downtown-Suites.h74448.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Edmonton Hotel and Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Edmonton-South.h40610.Hotel-Information) > > [Nakelo Treasure Island Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Treasure-Island-Hotels-Treasure-Island-Resort.h3870.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Playa del Carmen](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels.d601751.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d178293-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Aruba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Aruba-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d9-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Life Hotel New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Life-Hotel-New-York.h6874173.Hotel-Information) > > [Regent Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-John-Hotels-Regent-Motel.h6635996.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/sgn/saskatoon-to-ho-chi-minh-city) > > [Air Canada Frankfurt (FRA) to Toronto (YYZ) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-frankfurt-intl-to-pearson-intl/ac/fra/yyz) > > [Flights from Sant Josep de sa Talaia (IBZ) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ibz/yyz/ibiza-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mnl/toronto-to-manila) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Newark (EWR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ewr/montreal-to-newark-liberty-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Oaxaca (OAX) to Cancun (CUN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/oax/cun/oaxaca-intl-to-cancun) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to New York (JFK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/jfk/buffalo-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Goffs (YHZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/yhz/detroit-to-halifax) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/auh/vancouver-to-abu-dhabi) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Florence (FLR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/flr/toronto-to-florence) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Ponta Delgada](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ponta-Delgada.d2755.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Cruise > [Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas Cruises](https://www.expedia.ca/Royal-Caribbean-International-Radiance-Of-The-Seas.cRC-sRD.Cruise-Ship-Info) ### Packages > [Boston Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston.d178239.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Rossland Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Rossland-Vacation-Rentals.d56979.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)