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Here is a quick list of Resorts in Zanzibar, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Uroa Bay Beach Resort |
7.2 / 10 (68 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
Mizingani Seafront Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (1692 Reviews) |
From 107$ | |
Tembo House Hotel |
8.3 / 10 (3663 Reviews) |
From 104$ | |
Maru Maru Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (750 Reviews) |
From 88$ | |
Zanzibar Beach Resort |
6.6 / 10 (362 Reviews) |
From 109$ |
When choosing a destination for a family vacation, there are many things to consider. One important decision is whether to stay in a hotel or choose a resort. Hotels are great for families who want the convenience of all of the amenities being in one place. However, resorts offer a more immersive experience. Here are four reasons why resorts are a great option when travelling to Zanzibar with your family.
1. Resorts offer a wide variety of activities for all ages.
2. They are usually located in beautiful settings with stunning beaches or lush gardens.
3. Resorts provide all-inclusive options which make meal and drink planning easier.
4. They offer a variety of lodging options, from rooms to villas, so that you can find the perfect fit for your family.
Zanzibar Accommodation lists:
Top Rated Resorts in Zanzibar
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Uroa Bay Beach Resort
From 79$
Featuring sun loungers, a library and tennis courts, Uroa Bay Beach Resort offers air-conditioned rooms overlooking the garden in Zanzibar. Set on a private beach, the venue also has a beauty centre and an a la carte restaurant.
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Mizingani Seafront Hotel
From 107$
Mizingani Seafront Hotel Zanzibar is 0.3 km from House of Wonders National Museum and features a picnic area, a library and a bar. It is set in Stone Town district, within walking distance of The Peace Memorial Museum.
Guests will appreciate a prime location in the vicinity of Forodhani Park. Darajani Market is just 0.6 km away from the venue. Mizingani Seafront Hotel is a short ride from Prison Island.
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Tembo House Hotel
From 104$
Set within an 8-minute walk of The Peace Memorial Museum, this 4-star Tembo House Hotel is located near the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like high speed Internet access throughout the venue and access to computers, meeting facilities and a xerox.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to House of Wonders National Museum, which is 500 metres away. The accommodation is a 30-minute walk to the centre of Zanzibar. Slave Chambers is also located near the hotel. You can get to Malindi in a few minutes by car.
Budget Resorts in Zanzibar
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Maru Maru Hotel
From 88$
Offering child care, a special menu and a playground for guests kids, Maru Maru Hotel is located in Stone Town district, 0.4 km from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. Set within reach of House of Wonders National Museum, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Nepalese cuisine.
The accommodation is situated in the very heart of Zanzibar, just off The Zanzibar Curio shop. Nakupenda Beach is 4.5 km away from the property. Maru Maru Hotel is a short ride from amani.
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Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Situated a mere 1.3 km of Buccaneer Diving in Zanzibar, Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar features an outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a wellness centre throughout the venue. The accommodation is placed next to white beaches.
The beach is near the hotel.
Hotels in Zanzibar
Airport nearby ✈️ | Kisauni |
Average Price 💰 | 108$ |
Hotels in Zanzibar 🏨 | 222 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 1468 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Forodhani Park, Mbweni Ruins, Shree Shiv Shakti Temple, Kelele Square, Malindi Mosque |
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Uroa Bay Beach Resort |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Mizingani Seafront Hotel |
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Tembo House Hotel |
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Zanzibar Beach Resort
From 109$
Zanzibar Beach Resort is a 3-star accommodation 6 km to Christ Church Cathedral. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this property is set at a reasonable distance from Stone Town and offers amazing views over sunset.
The Peace Memorial Museum is less than 4.1 km away. The venue is 3 km away from the centre of Zanzibar.
Adult Resorts in Zanzibar
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Filao Beach By Sansi
From 362$
Situated 4.3 km of Chwaka Bay in Zanzibar, Filao Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar features an outdoor swimming pool, a wellness area and live performances throughout the venue. The accommodation is placed next to own beaches.
The hotel features 21 soundproof rooms featuring coffee maker and refrigerator.
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Beyt Al Salaam Hotel
From 93$
Set within an 8-minute walk of Forodhani Park, this 4-star Beyt Al Salaam Hotel Zanzibar is located near Shangani Beach. Set within reach of the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the venue features a pizza restaurant serving meals of international cuisine.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to Kelele Square, which is 650 metres away. The accommodation is a 20-minute walk to the centre of Zanzibar. Beyt Al Salaam Hotel is a short ride from Nakupenda Beach.
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Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel
From 297$
Located in Stone Town district within easy reach of House of Wonders National Museum, Park Hyatt Zanzibar Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a library and a golf course. There is an a la carte restaurant with international cuisine and an outdoor pool available on site.
The venue is approximately 0.6 km from The Zanzibar Curio shop, while Christ Church Cathedral is 0.7 km away. The accommodation overlooks the Indian Ocean and is a short walk from Palace Museum. You can get to The Peace Memorial Museum in a few minutes by car.
Party Resorts in Zanzibar
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Zanzibar Serena Hotel
From 293$
Located approximately an 11-minute walk from The Peace Memorial Museum in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers body scrub and waxing services. Situated in Stone Town district, the venue is set 0.5 km from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar.
The accommodation is 3 km from the city centre and adjacent to Shangani Beach. The beach is near the hotel. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is also located near the property. You can get to Island in a few minutes by car.
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The Island Town (Adults Only) Hotel
From 58$
The Island Town Hotel Zanzibar is a 3-star venue positioned about 9 minutes' walk from Mercury House. To ensure an exceptional stay in Zanzibar, multilingual staff stands ready to provide 24-hour front desk and shuttle service.
Situated in Stone Town district, the accommodation is set 0.7 km from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. The hotel is set within 2 km distance of the city centre. Kiponda is also located near the property. You can get to The Peace Memorial Museum in a few minutes by car.
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Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
From 175$
Sea Cliff Resort And Spa Zanzibar boasts airport shuttle bus service, shuttle service and concierge service and a convenient location 2.7 km to Cheetah's Rock. Pier is less than 2.9 km away.
The venue is placed not far from beautiful beaches of Zanzibar.
Golf Resorts in Zanzibar
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Dhow Palace Hotel
From 79$
Located 450 metres to the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the 4-star Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar offers air-conditioned rooms a within 0.6 km away from Sultan's Palace. Set within reach of Forodhani Park, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of European cuisine.
The accommodation is set within 25 minutes' walk of the centre of Zanzibar, not far from Shangani Beach. The property is located in Stone Town district. You can get to Malindi in a few minutes by car.
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Jaz Amaluna Hotel
From 274$
The boutique Ora Palumbo Reef Resort Zanzibar is rated 4 stars and comprises 100 rooms with homely comforts.
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Kitete Beach Bungalows Hotel
Offering parking spaces and a restaurant, Kitete Beach Bungalows Hotel is nestled not far from Kite Centre Zanzibar and 500 metres away from Paje Beach. Seaweed farm is less than 1.2 km away.
You can get to Kuza Cave in a few minutes by car.
Zanzibar Honeymoon Resorts
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Voi Kiwengwa Resort
Voi Kiwengwa Resort Zanzibar is a 4-star venue set 3.2 km away from Shooting Star Lodge. This resort has a large outdoor swimming pool as well as a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and live performances.
Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest is less than 2.5 km away. There is a beach near the accommodation with catamarans and canoes provided for guests' convenience. Kiwengwa Beach is also located near the hotel.
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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
From 87$
Located nearly a 15-minute drive from Stone Town, the 4-star Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort offers air-conditioned rooms a 6 km from House of Wonders National Museum. Facilities include a large pool and the venue features airport transfer, laundry and dry cleaning on site.
The accommodation is situated in a tourist area, right next to Sultan's Palace. You can get to Masingini Forest in a few minutes by car.
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Forodhani Park Hotel
From 66$
Forodhani Park Hotel Zanzibar is just 0.4 km to The Peace Memorial Museum and features a storage room and a safe deposit box. The 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar can be found 100 metres from the venue.
The accommodation is located in Stone Town district, 3 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Attractions within walking distance include Slave Chambers and Shangani Beach. You can get to amani in a few minutes by car.
4 Star Resorts in Zanzibar
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Zanzi Resort
From 315$
The 5-star Zanzi Resort Zanzibar is set 7 km from Big Body With Tatata Spice Farm and 2.8 km from Cheetah's Rock. This resort features a library, a golf course and a garden as well as free WiFi throughout the property.
Pier is located near the property, and Kisauni airport is approximately a 26-minute drive away.
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White Paradise Zanzibar
From 263$
Boasting complimentary parking, a patio and a sun deck, White Paradise Zanzibar Hotel is located 10 minutes' ride from Kiwengwa-Pongwe Forest Reserve. The venue lies near the own beach.
The accommodation is set in a beach area of Zanzibar.
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Al-Minar Hotel
From 106$
Nestled near the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the 3-star Al-Minar Hotel offers cosy rooms with Wi Fi throughout the venue. The Peace Memorial Museum is 900 metres from the property.
The accommodation is set in Stone Town district, 0.5 km to Forodhani Park. You can reach the centre of Zanzibar in 25 minutes on foot. This hotel is set near Sultan's Palace.
Spa Resorts in Zanzibar
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Jafferji House Hotel
From 70$
This venue is located in the very heart of Zanzibar, near House of Wonders National Museum and 5 minutes' walk from Forodhani Park. Free Wi Fi is available throughout the accommodation as well as a spa centre, a facial room and a restaurant are available on site.
The hotel is set next to the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, in Stone Town district. The Peace Memorial Museum is only 1 km away. You can get to Island in a few minutes by car.
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Protea Hotel By Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins
From 167$
Featuring hire of bike and car as well as free Wi Fi throughout the property, Protea Hotel By Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins is set in Zanzibar, 6 km from Stone Town. Christ Church Cathedral is less than 7 km away.
Mbweni Ruins is located near the venue, and Kisauni airport is approximately a 10-minute drive away. The city centre lies within 4 km of the accommodation. Protea Hotel By Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins is a short ride from Hamamni Persian Baths.
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Chuini Zanzibar Lodge By Newmark
From 165$
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge, situated a 15-minute ride from Jambo Spice Farm, offers an outdoor swimming pool and a library. The venue lies near the own beach.
Maganga's Spice Farm is less than 3.4 km away. You can get to the community Tangawizi Spice Farm in a few minutes by car.
5 Star Resorts in Zanzibar
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Balcony House Bed & Breakfast
From 30$
Forodhani Park is 0.7 km from Balcony House Bed & Breakfast Zanzibar, while Stone Town is 750 metres away. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the venue, as well as a picnic area and a sundeck on site.
Located off Shangani Beach, the bed & breakfast is about 25 minutes’ walk from Zanzibar city centre. The beach is a few minutes' walk from the accommodation. Old Slave Market is also located near the hotel.
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Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique Hotel
From 34$
Set within 3 km to amani, this 4-star Golden Tulip Zanzibar Boutique is located near Stone Town. Set within reach of Forodhani Park, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of international cuisine.
House of Wonders National Museum is less than 0.5 km away. The accommodation boasts location within 2 km from Zanzibar city centre. Guests can find a spectacular beach a short walk from the hotel. You can get to Peace Museum in a few minutes by car.