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Zava House Stone town

Zanzibar City

Offering city views, Zava House Stone town is an accommodation set in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

J
João Manuel
From
Portugal
Central location in stone town and very nice staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviews
Price from
US$28.35
1 night, 2 adults

Shoki Shoki Guest House

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 700 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, Shoki Shoki Guest House offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

D
Daria
From
Austria
The hostel offers everyhting you need for an overnight stay at a very reasonable price. Nice staff, climatized rooms, clean washing rooms and delicous breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews
Price from
US$75.25
1 night, 2 adults

Malkiya House

Zanzibar City

Offering a garden and garden view, Malkiya House is located in Zanzibar City, 600 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

P
Philipp
From
Germany
There was an old and a younger lady, who were kind and friendly. Location is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Kwale Residence

Zanzibar City

6.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Kwale Residence is a recently renovated property set in Zanzibar City and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

C
Coetzee
From
South Africa
Great!! Thank you Adamn!!🙏🏽🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$37.26
1 night, 2 adults

Hello Rafiki GuestHouse - Mkunazini

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, 800 metres from Stone Town Beach, Hello Rafiki GuestHouse - Mkunazini provides accommodation with a terrace, free WiFi, free shuttle service, and a shared kitchen.

S
Samuel
From
Malawi
Everything and the location are not far from the Beach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$20.30
1 night, 2 adults

The House of Royals

Zanzibar City

Situated within 10 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8.9 km of Cinema Afrique in Zanzibar City, The House of Royals provides accommodation with seating area.

T
Talal
From
United Kingdom
It's an amazing house, that has been wonderfully restored and maintained. The garden, in particular, is spectacular. Szilvia has done a brilliant job and is a fantastic host. Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults

Shivo Guest House

Kiembi Samaki (Near Zanzibar City)

Located within 7.3 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 8 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Shivo Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kiembi Samaki.

M
Mae-Yin
From
Netherlands
Very clean, great food, aircondition. Service was outstanding. They also arrange cheap Badjaadz or Taxi for you. It’s very affordable. Nice small room and clean bathroom.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 983 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Mama's House

Kibweni (Near Zanzibar City)

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

P
Paula94
From
Poland
Everything was soo awesome. The room for guest had a very comfortable bed, smart tv and shower with hot water :) the garden is so lovely, i love plants a lot and this was really paradise for us. Our host speak english very well and is so nice, he is helpfull human and we really feel like in home. House is located near to Ston town. We can use dala -dala, 8 km and you can join wonderful beaches and a lot of different places. Is no in tourist place and we love it! When you decide chose Mama's house, you can live between local people, talk with them, see their culture and just have fun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults

BABAbora house

Ngambo (Near Zanzibar City)

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

B
Brett
From
Australia
The location was great, it was exactly what was written on the box. No frills, secure, affordable comfortable accommodation. Cheap and cheerful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$18.49
1 night, 2 adults

Balcony Bliss & Private Bath at Mamdalis

Ngambo (Near Zanzibar City)

A recently renovated property, Balcony Bliss & Private Bath at Mamdalis is situated in Ngambo near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar.

C
Carolien
From
Netherlands
Just 20 second walk to have a swim and th owner was really friendly, thank you for my lovely stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$21
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 754 reviews

Save money on homestays in Zanzibar City and nearby – budget options available

Zanzibar Spice Nest House

Stone Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Located in Stone Town, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Hamamni Persian Baths, Zanzibar Spice Nest House features a shared lounge.

Waiz designer

Zanzibar City
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Located in Zanzibar City within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Waiz designer provides rooms with free WiFi.

Kwale Residence

Zanzibar City
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

6.5 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Kwale Residence is a recently renovated property set in Zanzibar City and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

From US$39.10 per night

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BABAbora house

Ngambo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo.

From US$21.25 per night

Mama's House

Kibweni
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Mama's House is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kibweni, 7.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Zanzibar City, a few steps from Michamvi Pingwe Beach and 48 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, Artists' Guesthouse Sleep&Dream - Zanzibar provides air-conditioned accommodation with...