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Your Zanzibar Place

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38.7km from city centre - Show on Map
9.1
Superb 538
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$18.00

Great beaches and relax at Your Zanzibar Place, near Paje in Zanzibar.... More...

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New Teddy's on the Beach

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42.5km from city centre - Show on Map
9.5
Superb 119
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$22.00

The beauty in New Teddy’s on the Beach takes your breath away. Same service, same staff, same concept, just direct on the beach and with a swimming pool to cool down during low tide.... More...

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Drifters Backpackers

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38.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.5
Fabulous 408
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$25.00

Drifters is the ideal place for travellers passing through Africa to unwind in a chilled and secure environment with good vibes and a sea-view swimming pool !!... More...

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zLife Hostel

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1.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.8
Fabulous 106
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$9.04

Besides spacious and clean rooms, there are also outdoor and indoor areas that you can enjoy. There is a great variety of breakfast options to choose as well.
We are located at the prime spot in Ston... More...

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Evergreen Bungalows

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37km from city centre - Show on Map
8.3
Fabulous 3
  • Perfect Location
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$20.00

Evergreen Bungalows is a small and relaxed family-run beach hotel located on the eastern side of the exotic east African island of Zanzibar. Situated in a palm garden directly on the beach, it overloo... More...

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Promised Land Lodge

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45.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 87
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$25.00

Promised land is located in the south coast of zanzibar, in a dolphin village. still authentic with a peaceful beach...... More...

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Stone Town House

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1.6km from city centre - Show on Map
9.0
Superb 5
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$25.00

Lala Hostel has one of the best location in Stone Town and offers you private rooms with the best rates!... More...

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Mount Zion Lodge

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32.3km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 8
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$17.50

Mount Zion Lodge in Michamvi opened in June 2018. The Lodge is a quiet and peaceful place with Double rooms and private bungalows, restaurant, bar and a fireplace under the stars. You can relax on the... More...

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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

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5.8km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$57.50

The Hotel Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort is located in Zanzibar city 5 km from stone town. It's a brand new 5 floor building. The Dhow Restaurant is serving all types of varieties from different cuisine... More...

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Nungwi House

Bed and Breakfast
49.8km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 5
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$24.35

Nungwi Guest House has been recently renovated and offers double and twin accommodation as well as a cafe.... More...

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Lost & Found

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1.7km from city centre - Show on Map
8.9
Fabulous 240
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$16.00

Lost & Found hostel is looking forward to welcoming you in Stone Town.... More...

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Mamdali Hostel

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1.4km from city centre - Show on Map
9.4
Superb 4
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
US$12.00

Set in Zanzibar, Tanzania, Mamdali Hostel offers shared rooms with great value!... More...

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Baby Bush Lodge

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28.8km from city centre - Show on Map
10.0
Superb 93
  • Perfect Location
  • Superb Staff
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free Breakfast
US$18.00

Sleep in one of the newly built bungalows or 5 bedroom beach lodge with 15m x 15m balcony.... More...

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Amira's Roomz

Bed and Breakfast
4.7km from city centre - Show on Map
5.4
Rating 45
  • Marvellous Staff
Free WiFi
US$12.50

Amira's Roomz Zanzibar is a family run guesthouse near Zanzibar International Airport. We specialise in short-term transit stays. Perfect for preparing for a long journey or arriving from one. We prov... More...

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Ebony & Ivory Beach Bungalows

Bed and Breakfast
49.8km from city centre - Show on Map
8.1
Fabulous 28
  • Perfect Location
  • Fantastic Cleanliness
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$21.50

Ebony & Ivory Beach Bungalows offers affordable accommodation in wide bungalows. Each features a veranda, fan as well as beautiful sea view. We are located at Nungwi Beach.... More...

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Maru Maru Hotel

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1.5km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$42.50

Maru Maru Hotel offers private rooms with great value!... More...

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Miramont Retreat Zanzibar

Bed and Breakfast
33.9km from city centre - Show on Map
7.7
Very good 16
  • Marvellous Staff
  • Excellent Cleanliness
Free Breakfast
US$15.00

Miramont Retreat Zanzibar offers accommodation in private bungalows.... More...

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Marketbackpackers

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1.1km from city centre - Show on Map
4.0
Rating 3
  • Perfect Location
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$10.00

Marketbackpackers offers accommodation in Zanzibar. Occupancy tax 8USD per person per night not included in our online price.... More...

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Jambiani Whitesand Bungalows

Bed and Breakfast
43.2km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 28
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$32.50

Jambiani White Sand Beach Bungalows are located right on the beach in the quiet tropical village of Jambiani on the South- East Coast of Zanzibar Island... More...

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Zanzest Beach Bungalows

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44.1km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating 6
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$30.00

We have 10 rooms all equipped with mosquito nets, fans and ensuite bathroom. The rooms also include a fridge and a kettle
We have daily yoga in our shala and a vegan restaurant and juice bar
The tid... More...

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Waikiki Resort Zanzibar

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31.5km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
No rating
0
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$22.50

Whether you're sporty or just want relax there is something for everyone at Waikiki Resort Zanzibar.... More...

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Sagando Bungalows

Bed and Breakfast
26.2km from city centre - Show on Map
0.0
New 109
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
US$12.50

Sagando Bungalows features a tropical garden and is 200 metres from the beach lined with palm trees. Located in the small village of Michamvi Kae, Sagando Bungalows offers free WiFi throughout the pro... More...

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The Zanzibar archipelago off the coast of Tanzania was once the world's single largest cloves producer, earning it the nickname "Spice Islands". Today, its main island, Zanzibar (also known as Unguja), is where white-sand beaches meet the balmy waters of the Indian Ocean. It's a heady combination of Arabian fortress architecture, African handicrafts and pristine natural landscapes. The ideal spot to rejuvenate following a safari on the mainland, it's also a destination in itself for travellers looking for a beach break with a dash of history.

Hostels in Zanzibar range from thatched-roof, African-style bungalows to large dormitory rooms with sand floors. Day beds, hammocks and swings are scattered around expansive common grounds. Some Zanzibar hostels have open-air pools - ideal for cooling off - and bars serving tropical cocktails. Watch the sunset from a Zanzibar hostel with a rooftop terrace that offers sweeping views over Stone Town – the oldest part of the capital, Zanzibar City. For a truly memorable experience, book a stay at Zanzibar’s first floating house, which is moored just offshore from Stone Town.

Stone Town is a UNESCO-listed labyrinth of winding alleyways and crumbling 19th-century buildings, which feature ornately carved and brass-studded doors. Many of these buildings have been converted into seafront bars, ideal for watching pink-hued sunsets. Jambiani on the eastern coast comprises several fishing villages, while Michamvi Kae is home to lush mangroves. Matemwe in the far north of the island is quieter, with peaceful beaches fringed by palm trees.

As the heart of Zanzibar, Stone Town is the natural starting point for exploring the island. Follow the spicy aromas through the narrow archways to sights like the 17th-century Old Fort and the Hamamni Persian Baths. Once the sun goes down, the night market at Forodhani Gardens comes alive with numerous street food stalls serving up grilled seafood on skewers. Tour an organic farm to see why the Zanzibar archipelago is known as the Spice Islands, or visit Prison Island (Changuu Island) for an insight into the area’s slave trading past.

Dala-dalas (small converted lorries) are the easiest and cheapest way to navigate the island. To get around Zanzibar City, bikes and scooters are available for hire from a number of tour companies. Flights connect Arusha and Dar es Salaam on mainland Tanzania to Zanzibar Airport, which is about a 15-minute taxi ride from Stone Town. Boats from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal will get you to Dar es Salaam in as little as 90 minutes. 

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About Zanzibar

The Zanzibar archipelago off the coast of Tanzania was once the world's single largest cloves producer, earning it the nickname "Spice Islands". Today, its main island, Zanzibar (also known as Unguja), is where white-sand beaches meet the balmy waters of the Indian Ocean. It's a heady combination of Arabian fortress architecture, African handicrafts and pristine natural landscapes. The ideal spot to rejuvenate following a safari on the mainland, it's also a destination in itself for travellers looking for a beach break with a dash of history.

Hostels in Zanzibar range from thatched-roof, African-style bungalows to large dormitory rooms with sand floors. Day beds, hammocks and swings are scattered around expansive common grounds. Some Zanzibar hostels have open-air pools - ideal for cooling off - and bars serving tropical cocktails. Watch the sunset from a Zanzibar hostel with a rooftop terrace that offers sweeping views over Stone Town – the oldest part of the capital, Zanzibar City. For a truly memorable experience, book a stay at Zanzibar’s first floating house, which is moored just offshore from Stone Town.

Stone Town is a UNESCO-listed labyrinth of winding alleyways and crumbling 19th-century buildings, which feature ornately carved and brass-studded doors. Many of these buildings have been converted into seafront bars, ideal for watching pink-hued sunsets. Jambiani on the eastern coast comprises several fishing villages, while Michamvi Kae is home to lush mangroves. Matemwe in the far north of the island is quieter, with peaceful beaches fringed by palm trees.

As the heart of Zanzibar, Stone Town is the natural starting point for exploring the island. Follow the spicy aromas through the narrow archways to sights like the 17th-century Old Fort and the Hamamni Persian Baths. Once the sun goes down, the night market at Forodhani Gardens comes alive with numerous street food stalls serving up grilled seafood on skewers. Tour an organic farm to see why the Zanzibar archipelago is known as the Spice Islands, or visit Prison Island (Changuu Island) for an insight into the area’s slave trading past.

Dala-dalas (small converted lorries) are the easiest and cheapest way to navigate the island. To get around Zanzibar City, bikes and scooters are available for hire from a number of tour companies. Flights connect Arusha and Dar es Salaam on mainland Tanzania to Zanzibar Airport, which is about a 15-minute taxi ride from Stone Town. Boats from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal will get you to Dar es Salaam in as little as 90 minutes. 

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