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)

![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)

![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)

### 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 $176

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 12 - Feb 13

[](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)

![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/b35b326a.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/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/90b4a9c1.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

(405 reviews)

"Second stay in two years, always a perfect stay! Service, food, pool, location!"

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

Carole

[](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)

![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)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6004300/6004235/d60348da.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 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)

![Deluxe Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8731400/8731369/1e380e1f.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)

![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/2fdb1fe4.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

(575 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 $383

CA $463 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 10 - Feb 11

[](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)

![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8360000/8357000/8356996/0e200ccb.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)

### 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 $182

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 21 - Feb 22

[](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)

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

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881643/w1420h1580x0y0-ecca706d.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)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/2439ac06.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)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880370/d75c188f.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)

![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)

![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)

### 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)

![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)

![Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5997600/5997509/8ff0e09e.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

(152 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 $180

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

[](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

"Beautiful hotel located on a stunning white sand beachfront, its picturesque setting and easy ocean access it’s amazing. The amenities, including pools and quality dining options, entertainment are perfect. Very spacious and clean rooms."

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

![The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78250000/78245400/78245396/0b476fd0_y.jpg)

### The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were great, rooms were clean, the surrounding area was nice."

[](https://expedia.ca/Matemwe-Hotels-Emerald-Zanzibar-Resort-Spa.h78245396.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 over water room was spectacular and the staff was fantastic. Since it is a small resort, you really feel like you get personal attention. "

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

![Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32737200/32737169/507043e1_y.jpg)

### Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I'll never order food from a hotel again, thanks for teaching me manners "

[](https://expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-Dar-Es-Salaam.h32737169.Hotel-Information)

![Gold Crest Hotel, Arusha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13230000/13227700/13227676/445591b8_y.jpg)

### Gold Crest Hotel, Arusha

10/10 Excellent

"I loved the friendly staff! I loved how spacious the rooms were. I loved having real wood furniture. The breakfast was amazing! Honestly, I have nothing bad to say. Stay here, you will NOT regret it!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Gold-Crest-Hotel.h13227676.Hotel-Information)

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

### Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Estaba muy bien todo Destacó el desayuno "

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

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

### Sanna Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent, helpful and courteous staff. Great amenities at a very reasonable price in the center of Arusha. Staff was very helpful in facilitating transportation. Great cafe and multiple options 2 ATMs. Multiple opportunities to book adventures within the building. Cannot recommend highly enough. "

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

"Excellent choice, friendly staff, very good healthy options"

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

![LUX Marijani Zanzibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69930000/69923200/69923153/6b06b4a7_y.jpg)

### LUX Marijani Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were great. Very helpful. Room was spacious. Building lovely. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Pwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Marijani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h69923153.Hotel-Information)