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Amaan Beach Bungalows
On the beach, white sand

Amaan Beach Bungalows

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (181)
"the location was great"
The price is HK$529
HK$676 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Amaan Beach Bungalows
Maru Maru Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (551)
"Stayed here with wife and 2 kids in August 2025. Fantastic property in the middle of the action in Stone Town. Staff was attentive to every little detail, great rooftop restaurant: breakfast was delicious, the sunset was stunning and great supper menu. definitely recommend this hotel"
Maru Maru Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (164)
"Excellent and friendly customer service . Ms speed lady , is very nice, and always want to help. I recommand this place to any traveler to zanzibar ."
The price is HK$633
HK$790 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (191)
"Great place"
The price is HK$1,157
HK$1,393 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
Property amenity

Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"The property is about 1hr 30mins from Zanzibar town, however is spacious and great place to relax. They have a private beach and the water is turquoise and white sand. Staff are multilingual and very professional and friendly. Alex, Abdul, Nasri and the whole team made our stay worthwhile and the all inclusive choice make the difference. Thank you and i cant wait to be back "
Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Zanzibar Beach Resort

3.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (120)
"Swimming on the oceanside and the staff, very pleasant "
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Spice Palace Hotel
View from room

Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (137)
"Great location good service excellent breakfast"
Spice Palace Hotel
Zanzi House
10 bedrooms, premium bedding, free WiFi

Zanzi House

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"Loved the property so much that we stayed twice. Excellent customer service. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean and we had no issues while staying here. I would recommend staying here as it is close to the market and local attractions. Wifi was strong and the staff allowed us to leave our luggage for a few hours while we explored the city after check out. "
The price is HK$332
HK$455 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Zanzi House
Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
Exterior

Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (59)
"The property is decent, however, the road to get there is really bad. The staff are great!"
Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar
F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar
Boating

F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8)
"Staff were very friendly & accommodating"
F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar
The Manor House by Sansi
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Manor House by Sansi

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"Nice peaceful quiet property. The staff were always cheerful and are happy to answer any questions. The property itself has a rustic charm and the grounds are vast. "
The Manor House by Sansi
Smiles Beach Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Smiles Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (274)
"Great Location and with friendly and attentive staff "
Smiles Beach Hotel
Zenobia Beach Resort
Terrace/patio

Zenobia Beach Resort

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (22)
"It’s an excellent place for people on low budget No bells and whistles but very comfortable and the staffs are very helpful polite courteous and friendly In short this place is very informal and it’s location is like you are on a paradise island "
The price is HK$634
HK$806 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Zenobia Beach Resort
Emerson Spice Hotel
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Emerson Spice Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"One of the most charming places we've ever stayed at. Antique, yet very clean and safe. Food was delicious, best we had on Zanzibar. Staff wonderful. Highest recommendation. "
Emerson Spice Hotel
Zanzibar Coffee House
Exterior

Zanzibar Coffee House

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"This place was absolutely beautiful and very historic. The cherry on top was the AMAZING service. We only spent one night here but wish we were able to stay more. Very close to the water and lots of shopping around. "
The price is HK$797
HK$923 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Zanzibar Coffee House
CInnamon Hotel
Restaurant

CInnamon Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (27)
"would stay here again. Overall, the hotel was clean and well-maintained, and I appreciated that aspect of my stay. However, the biggest issue I experienced was the strong smell coming from the toilets, almost as if the sewage system wasn’t working properly. It was unpleasant and made the stay uncomfortable at times. Maybe it was just our room. "
CInnamon Hotel
Maisha Nungwi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Maisha Nungwi

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (101)
"The staff were absolutely excellent!"
The price is HK$806
HK$951 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Maisha Nungwi
Al Johari Hotel & Spa
Rooftop terrace

Al Johari Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (152)
"Great hotel"
Al Johari Hotel & Spa
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Balcony view

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"The breakfast was delicious, WiFi good and location was excellent."
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Tanzanite Beach Resort
Beach/ocean view

Tanzanite Beach Resort

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (61)
"Very good "
The price is HK$809
HK$1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Tanzanite Beach Resort
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Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed here with wife and 2 kids in August 2025. Fantastic property in the middle of the action in Stone Town. Staff was attentive to every little detail, great rooftop restaurant: breakfast was delicious, the sunset was stunning and great supper menu. definitely recommend this hotel"
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Maru Maru Hotel
Amaan Beach Bungalows

Amaan Beach Bungalows

10/10 Excellent
"The best experience ever"
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Amaan Beach Bungalows

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Zanzibar?
You'll discover a range of 3-star hotels in and around Zanzibar. Expedia travellers recommend staying at Dreams Hotel Zanzibar in Zanzibar Town. It features a rooftop terrace and a fireplace, and is roughly 0.48 kilometres north of downtown. Island Paradise Apartment is another popular choice. Around 0.80 kilometres north of central Zanzibar Town, it offers a terrace and a restaurant.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Zanzibar?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Zanzibar?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Zanzibar is the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually lower priced and provide the services and conveniences you need to ensure your comfort, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can count on a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, deluxe toiletries and perks like on-site spa centers.