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Low season

October

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

R4 298

Average price (weekend night)

R4 880
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 60% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Best Zanzibar hotels

Most recommended Zanzibar hotels

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Asmini Palace Hotel - Zanzibar - Building
Asmini Palace Hotel
7.5 Good
R2 066+
R2 066+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Al Johari - Zanzibar - Restaurant
Al Johari
7.2 Good
R1 377+
R1 377+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Africa House Hotel
7.4 Good
R2 659+
R2 659+
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
8.7 Very Good
R3 443+
R3 443+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Swahili House
4.4 Mediocre
R2 334+
R2 334+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
8 Very Good
R2 085+
R2 085+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
8.5 Very Good
R7 441+
R7 441+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R822+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Kisiwa House
8.6 Very Good
R4 935+
R4 935+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Emerson on Hurumzi
8.5 Very Good
R3 347+
R3 347+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Shangani Hotel
5.9 Fair
R1 473+
R1 473+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Beyt Al Salaam
7.7 Good
R2 085+
R2 085+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Dhow Palace Hotel
8.2 Very Good
R1 683+
R1 683+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas
9.5 Wonderful
R19 892+
R19 892+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Sunny Palms Beach Bungalows
8.7 Very Good
R3 252+
R3 252+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

Zanzibar hotels near House of Wonders

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When to book a hotel in Zanzibar

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Top tips for finding Zanzibar hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Zanzibar, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Zanzibar in October and July.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Zanzibar if you stay on a Wednesday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Zanzibar accommodation.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Zanzibar found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R620, while the most expensive was R2 173.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Zanzibar for 30 days.
  • Zanzibar City is served by Abeid Amani Karume International Airport which is conveniently located around 3.1 miles south of the city. However, if you don’t feel like making the drive into the city, one hotel option near the airport is the Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins. In addition to being close to the airport, the hotel also has a private beach area and dock.
  • In addition to the chain hotels in Zanzibar City, there are also a number of small boutique hotels. One good option in Stone Town is Dhow Palace Hotel. The hotel is styled after an old Arabian manor with arched windows and balconies outside many of the rooms. Additionally, there is an inner courtyard with a pool and lounge area.
  • Looking for beachside resorts and hotels in Zanzibar City? The neighborhood of Vuga is a great area to check out. Africa House Hotel is one of the beachside hotels in Vuga and along with the stunning ocean views, the hotel also offers a bar and lounge and bike rentals.
  • Zanzibar City is split into eastern and western sides by Creek Road. West Zanzibar is the more popular of the two among tourists but there are also hotels on the eastside. For example, Island Paradise Inn is one of the hotel options in East Zanzibar.
  • Zanzibar City has plenty of 5-star resorts that are sure to please even the most expecting of guests. For instance, Zanzibar Serena Hotel sits right on the beach and offers amenities like luxurious spa facilities and a terraced lounge area with a pool overlooking the coast.

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