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Here is a quick list of hotels in Zanzibar, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Kichanga Lodge |
8.6 / 10 (116 Reviews) |
From 205$ | |
| Garden Lodge |
8.0 / 10 (262 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Rumaisa Hotel |
7.0 / 10 (223 Reviews) |
From 45$ | |
| Green And Blue Ocean Lodge |
8.1 / 10 (100 Reviews) |
From 224$ | |
| Baridi Villa |
9.0 / 10 (49 Reviews) |
From 86$ |
Zanzibar is an exotic island located off the southeastern coast of Africa, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking a unique and authentic travel experience. When planning travel to Zanzibar, accommodation can be one of the most important factors to consider. While you may be tempted to book a hotel, vacation homes are now a more popular option for tourists seeking a luxurious yet affordable experience.
Vacation homes offer a range of unique features that make them more attractive than traditional hotels. For instance, vacation homes provide travelers with more space and privacy, offering a more comfortable and homely environment. In addition, vacation homes offer amenities that hotels may not have, like private pools, home gyms, and fully equipped kitchens, allowing tourists to experience the comfort of a home while on vacation.
Vacation homes also provide an opportunity to connect with the local communities in Zanzibar. With most vacation homes located in residential neighborhoods, travelers can engage with locals and learn more about the island's culture and way of life. Moreover, they offer an opportunity to try out some of the local cuisine, which is undoubtedly a highlight of any visit to Zanzibar.
When planning your next trip to Zanzibar, consider booking a vacation home instead of a hotel. Not only will you save money, but you will also enjoy all the benefits, including more space, privacy, and local immersion. With many vacation home options available in Zanzibar, you have plenty to choose from, ensuring that your stay in this beautiful island paradise is made even more memorable.
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Kichanga Lodge enjoys a quiet location, at a 4.6 km distance from Chwaka Bay, and offers accommodation with ocean views. The nearest airport is Kisauni located within 70 km from the Zanzibar lodge.
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Garden Lodge
From 36$
Garden Lodge is located in Zanzibar, nearly 5 minutes on foot from The Peace Memorial Museum as well as 0.6 km from Shree Shiv Shakti Temple. The 10-room lodge has allergy-free rooms, a restaurant and a terrace.
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Rumaisa Hotel is set in Zanzibar, 1.4 km from The Peace Memorial Museum and about 10 minutes on foot from Mercury House. This accommodation provides complimentary parking, a picnic area and a patio, and also offers city views.
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Situated in Zanzibar, 3.8 km from Muyuni Beach, Green And Blue Ocean Lodge provides accommodation with a private swimming pool, a terrace and a restaurant.
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Baridi Villa
From 86$
Baridi Villa is set in the Kiwengwa Beach district, within 2.5 km of Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest and nearly a 10-minute drive from Shooting Star Lodge. The property offers guests to benefit from 24-hour room service and ironing.
Hotels in Zanzibar
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kisauni |
| Rating 🏅 | 39 |
| Zanzibar Hotels 🛎️ | 222 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Mwana Kerekwe, Kibweni, Kianga |
| Min Price 💸 | 4$ |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Kichanga Lodge |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Garden Lodge |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Rumaisa Hotel |
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Dreams Hotel Zanzibar
From 99$
Dreams Hotel Zanzibar is at an 11 km distance from The Peace Memorial Museum and 10 minutes on foot from from Old Dispensary Medical Center. This country house comes with a free carpark, a patio and a sundeck.
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Cabin Room
From 50$
Within 27 km of the 1-bedroom Cabin Room takes guests to Chukwani Beach, while roman catholic is nearly a 10-minute drive away. This property provides free parking and a swimming pool, and also offers pool views.
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Tamarind Tree Zanzibar
From 217$
The beachfront Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa is at a 4.6 km distance from The Peace Memorial Museum, and a 25-minute walk from roman catholic. The 3-bedroom villa has a fully-fitted kitchen provided with amenities, such as coffee and tea making facilities, a fridge, and an oven for self-catering.
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Kwale House
From 86$
The 3-bedroom Kwale House Villa is located at a 4.2 km distance from The Peace Memorial Museum and about a 15-minute drive from Old Fort of Zanzibar. The Zanzibar villa also features a fully equipped kitchen and amenities such as a microwave, an electric kettle and refrigerators.
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Gold Villa
From 25$
The 3-bedroom Gold Villa also offers a shared kitchen, as well as airport transfer service, laundry and ironing. The accommodation is located within a 46-minute drive from Kisauni airport.
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Nanai Villa
From 130$
The historic Christ Church is within 4.9 km of the 3-bedroom Nanai Villa, while Hamamni Persian Baths is nearly a 15-minute drive from here.
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Najma'S Villa
From 188$
The 2-bedroom Najma'S Villa is located near Stone Town, just 600 metres from Kiponda. A full kitchen with a microwave oven, an electric kettle and a refrigerator is included at this Zanzibar villa so that guests can cook for themselves.
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Mbweni Chukwani
From 25$
The 3-bedroom Mbweni Chukwani Villa is at a 7 km distance from Hamamni Persian Baths and it takes 5 minutes to drive to Kisauni airport.
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We Call It Home- Bububu
From 343$
Hamamni Persian Baths is a 15-minute drive from the 5-bedroom We Call It Home- Bububu, while Old Fort of Zanzibar is a 15-minute ride from here. The villa is situated in Zanzibar and offers a sunny patio with a swimming pool.
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Lovely 1-Bed House In Zanzibar Urban West
From 37$
Set a 15-minute drive from Old Dispensary Medical Center and a 15-minute ride from Hamamni Persian Baths, the 1-bedroom Lovely 1-Bed House In Zanzibar Urban West Villa is located in Zanzibar. At the accommodation a car park is available onsite.