Hotels in Zanzibar Town, Tanzania

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100 places to stay in Zanzibar Town. Tap a stay to check live rates and availability on the partner site.

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Why visit Zanzibar Town

A historic island capital anchored by Stone Town lanes, Swahili culture, spice-route history, waterfront sunsets, markets, and beach transfers.

Best time to visit: June through October and December through February are generally the easiest windows for drier weather, walking tours, and beach add-ons.

  • Explore Stone Town's lanes, carved doors, markets, and historic waterfront
  • Visit the Old Fort, House of Wonders area, and seafront gardens
  • Take a spice farm or island-history tour
  • Use town as a transfer base for Zanzibar beaches
  • Try Swahili seafood and evening food stalls near the waterfront

Getting around: Stone Town is best explored on foot, while taxis, hotel transfers, or arranged drivers are simplest for beaches, the airport, and spice farms.

Local tip: Book lodging inside or near Stone Town if you want walkable history, then move to a beach area for slower island time.

Source: Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA) — reference

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