Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4 stars
Kiponda area house number 831, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 773 079 222
8,7
Very good
based on 412 reviews
412 reviews
Tue 26/5
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Wed 27/5
2 guests, 1 room
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R1 460
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
R1 460
Luxury Room
R1 755
Standard Room
R2 085
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Overview

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free cooked-to-order breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and massage/treatment rooms. Zanzibar Palace Hotel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8,7
Very good rating
Based on 412 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Tue 26/5
-
Wed 27/5
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
R1 755
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 981
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 203
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R2 085
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 king bed
R3 631
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R3 861
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R4 364
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R2 345
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 382
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 575
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 460
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R3 110
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 658
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R3 660
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Zanzibar Palace Hotel

  • Snorkelling
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of Zanzibar Palace Hotel

8,7
Very good
412 verified ratings
Wonderful
291
Very good
53
Good
31
Okay
10
Fair
8
Mediocre
9
Poor
10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location in the heart of Stone Town and its authentic historic charm. The staff were frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing significantly to a pleasant stay. Cleanliness was noted positively by several guests, and the breakfast received favorable mentions for being generous and delicious. Some guests found the beds comfortable, adding to the overall positive experience. However, a few reviews mentioned issues such as steep stairs, lack of elevator, and occasional maintenance concerns, but these did not overshadow the overall positive impressions.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Bed Comfort7 out of 10
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Location

Kiponda area house number 831, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town230 m
  • House of Wonders280 m
  • Christ Church316 m
  • Old Fort349 m
  • Slave Chambers366 m
  • Forodhani Gardens375 m
  • Stone Town Beach0.5 km
  • Livingstone's House1.2 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.9 km
  • Changuu Island5.3 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.1 km
  • Chumbe Island13.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about Zanzibar Palace Hotel

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February
October
R3 026
R5 073
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 35% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Zanzibar Palace Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Zanzibar Palace Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Zanzibar Palace Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R3 058, while the most expensive was R3 058.
  • How long should you stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Zanzibar Palace Hotel

  • Where is Zanzibar Palace Hotel located?

    Zanzibar Palace Hotel is located at Kiponda area house number 831, 0,8 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town is the closest landmark to Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

  • Does Zanzibar Palace Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Zanzibar Palace Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Zanzibar Palace Hotel from the airport?

    Zanzibar Palace Hotel is 7,8 km from Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Palace Hotel is 79,6 km from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Zanzibar Palace Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Zanzibar Palace Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Zanzibar Palace Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,4
0,8 km
Zanzibar Intl
7,8 km

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