Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4 stars
8.6
Very good
based on 414 reviews
414 reviews
Kiponda area house number 831, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Kiponda area house number 831, Zanzibar
+255 773 079 222
Sun 27/9
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Mon 28/9
2 guests, 1 room
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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.
8.6
Very good
414 reviews

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Amenities at Zanzibar Palace Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Spa
  • Laundry service

Reviews of Zanzibar Palace Hotel

8.6
Very good
414 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
55
Good
30
Okay
11
Fair
9
Mediocre
9
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10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests overwhelmingly praised the hotel's central location in Stone Town, making it easy to explore the area on foot. The service and staff received consistent compliments for their friendliness, helpfulness, and attention to detail, with several guests highlighting personal touches and warm hospitality. Many appreciated the authentic, historic atmosphere and charming decor of the building, which added to the overall experience. Breakfast was frequently described as delicious, varied, and generous. Comfortable beds were also noted as a positive aspect. Some negative feedback included steep stairs, lack of an elevator, occasional maintenance issues, and differences between room expectations and reality, but these were outweighed by the positive experiences shared by most guests.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Atmosphere9.5 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 anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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C$ 195
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel is May, with an average nightly rate of C$ 155. The most expensive month is July at C$ 329 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Zanzibar Palace Hotel is Friday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 182. The most expensive day is Wednesday at C$ 399 per night.

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

  • The cheapest price a room at Zanzibar Palace Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 195, while the most expensive was C$ 195.
  • How long should you stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

0.8 km
Zanzibar Intl
7.8 km

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