Title: Top view villa - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=64417375&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Top view villa Travelers enjoy retail therapy and salon pampering at Top view villa, where express check-in means more time for relaxation and indulgence ## Photo gallery for Top view villa ![Luxury Villa, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area | View from room - Top view villa (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/3b75ca71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area - Top view villa (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/727bfc3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Top view villa (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/1459b79d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Top view villa (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/76c5c297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Top view villa (Zanzibar Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/e20fbf22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Top view villa offers a perfect retreat combining shopping and pampering with modern comforts. Guests can browse on-site shops, book salon sessions, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The property features express check-in and a convenient computer station for a seamless stay. ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services - Laundry ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=64417375&PinnedHotelID=64417375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Luxury Villa, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Flat-screen TV 7 bedrooms 5 bathrooms Private bathroom 7 living rooms - Partial ocean view - 7 bedrooms - Sleeps 16 - 6 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds ### View all photos for Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom 2 living rooms In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Royal Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Royal Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Villa ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64417400/64417375/7b9e2afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen 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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[Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town.dx6143849) ![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-6.18543%2C39.20484&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7ipsKoe5F5CV2rkcR6uM09ye_Ak=) Kilimani, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region ### What's nearby - ![Slave Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120012/d9503427-28a6-4f3f-b6c5-2cf7c286614c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Slave Market 4 min drive \- 3.8 km - ![Anglican Cathedral which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120018/07f303a6-9471-43e4-9d02-1fac750c8ba0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Christ Church Cathedral 4 min drive \- 3.8 km - ![Old Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120008/c5b3d952-5bae-4027-a200-65434844f8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Old Fort 5 min drive \- 4.1 km - ![Forodhani Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120014/90defd7d-e3c9-49ac-b4e9-3f5f4d5bb4d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Forodhani Gardens 5 min drive \- 4.5 km - Kariakoo Amusement Park 3 min drive \- 2.6 km ### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - Lukmaan Restaurant 4 min drive - Stone Town 4 min drive - House of Karafuu 5 min drive - Secret Garden 4 min drive - Cape Town Fish Market ## About this property ### Top view villa Property highlights At Top view villa, you can look forward to shopping on site, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - Express check-in, luggage storage, and a reception hall - Tour/ticket assistance, a computer station, and an off-leash area Room features All guestrooms at Top view villa have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Restaurant dining guides and local maps - Heating, electrical adapters/chargers, and phones ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7171300/7171229/e3119368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dhow Palace Hotel Stone Town - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 355 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=7171229&PinnedHotelID=7171229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103990000/103989984/9cb4ea2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tarawanda House - Stawi Stone Town - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=103989984&PinnedHotelID=103989984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21438700/21438629/2db9345d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dreams Hotel Zanzibar Zanzibar Town - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.0 Good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=21438629&PinnedHotelID=21438629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2392300/2392285/7df8193f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Swahili House Stone Town - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 64 reviews CA $158 CA $189 total includes taxes & fees Feb 25 - Feb 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=2392285&PinnedHotelID=2392285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32250000/32240700/32240687/69cd3786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Princess Salme Inn Stone Town - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 7.2 Good 21 reviews CA $50 CA $58 total includes taxes & fees Mar 13 - Mar 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=32240687&PinnedHotelID=32240687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23070000/23060800/23060759/618d792a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa Zanzibar Town - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 138 reviews CA $267 CA $322 total includes taxes & fees Feb 21 - Feb 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=23060759&PinnedHotelID=23060759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106590000/106587900/106587856/063698ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Zanzibar View Hotel Zanzibar Town - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 4.8 3 reviews CA $133 CA $164 total includes taxes & fees Feb 21 - Feb 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=106587856&PinnedHotelID=106587856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057200/102057105/d4362d71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Island Stone Town Hotel Stone Town - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 6.8 3 reviews CA $53 CA $105 total includes taxes & fees Feb 21 - Feb 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=102057105&PinnedHotelID=102057105&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from midnight - 11:30 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and litter boxes are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per day ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 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 This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Top view villa Hotel Top view villa Zanzibar Town Top view villa Hotel Zanzibar Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Top view villa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Top view villa? ### What time is check-out at Top view villa? ### Where is Top view villa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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