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Dhow Palace Hotel
4 stars

Dhow Palace Hotel

397400 Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar 1052, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 777 878 088
From
C$ 98
Cheapest

rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 2639 reviews
2,639 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
C$ 98
Standard Room
C$ 100
Deluxe room
C$ 145
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Situated in Zanzibar Town, Dhow Palace Hotel provides 4-star accommodation, as well as an indoor pool. It is ideally positioned for guests wanting to visit local attractions.

A 24-hour reception, a car rental desk and babysitting/child services are just some of the convenient services at the hotel. In sunny weather, an outdoor terrace offers a nice spot to relax.

Dhow Palace Hotel offers peaceful rooms equipped with a refrigerator and a hair dryer.

Guests staying at the hotel can sit down to a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, ideally based for those who want to stay close when looking for a bite to eat. In the evening, guests are able to relax in the cozy lounge bar.

The area around Dhow Palace Hotel has a range of cafés and restaurants. Zanzibar International Airport is within a 10-minute drive.

Rating
8.2
Very good
Based on 2,639 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Dhow Palace Hotel

Thu 27/3
Fri 28/3
Deluxe room
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C$ 145
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C$ 148
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C$ 157
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 100
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C$ 127
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C$ 131
Double room
1 double bed
C$ 98
1 twin bed
C$ 102
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C$ 126
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Dhow Palace Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Basics

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Beauty salon
  • Pool table

Bathroom

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Complimentary breakfast

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Drying rack for clothing

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool

  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Dhow Palace Hotel

8.2
Very good
2639 verified ratings
Wonderful
1229
Very good
684
Good
385
Okay
145
Fair
103
Mediocre
39
Poor
54

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests have mixed feelings about this hotel. While many appreciated the charming atmosphere and the spacious rooms—often highlighted for their uniqueness—several guests expressed disappointment over cleanliness, particularly regarding the bathrooms. Maintenance issues were notably criticized, with one guest detailing problems in multiple rooms. Despite these concerns, many enjoyed the breakfast options and found the location convenient, contributing to a sense of overall good value for money.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Value for Price9 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Cleanliness4 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
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9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) This is a very unique and beautiful hotel...They take care of a lot of little details. I believe it was a little pricey - but it was also during the holiday season. Some nickel and diing- too much for taxis and so forth - ut a kind and attentive staff.

Location

397400 Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar 1052

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach286 m
  • Old Fort338 m
  • Forodhani Gardens386 m
  • House of Wonders0.4 km
  • Slave Chambers0.6 km
  • Stone Town0.6 km
  • Christ Church0.6 km
  • Livingstone's House1.7 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.4 km
  • Changuu Island5.5 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.6 km
  • Chumbe Island12.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 12:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Dhow Palace Hotel

Low season

May

High season

November

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 137

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 98
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Dhow Palace Hotel

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

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Dhow Palace Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Dhow Palace Hotel, plan to stay on a Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Dhow Palace Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 121, while the most expensive was C$ 121.
  • How long should you stay at Dhow Palace Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Dhow Palace Hotel

  • Where is Dhow Palace Hotel located?

    Dhow Palace Hotel is located at 397400 Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town Zanzibar, Tanzania, 1.1 km from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Dhow Palace Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 12:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Dhow Palace Hotel.

  • Does Dhow Palace Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Dhow Palace Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Dhow Palace Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Dhow Palace Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Dhow Palace Hotel from the airport?

    Dhow Palace Hotel is 7.8 km from Zanzibar Intl. Dhow Palace Hotel is 79.6 km from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Dhow Palace Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Dhow Palace Hotel has a pool on-site.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Dhow 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 Dhow 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 Dhow Palace Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.2

Distance to downtown

1.1 km

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

7.7 km

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