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A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.
A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

1. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Stanley
RM301
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Spice Palace Hotel
A beachside resort with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a view of the turquoise sea.
A beachside resort with thatched-roof structures, wooden walkways, and outdoor seating areas.
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a tree.
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a beach area.

2. Amaan Beach Bungalows

Amaan Beach Bungalows
Nungwi
Canada
AQEEL Nizarhussein
RM346
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Amaan Beach Bungalows
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.
A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.
A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

3. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town
United States
MOMO
RM323
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
A dining area with a view of the ocean, featuring a buffet table with fruits and bread, and purple chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a wooden ceiling.
A beach with two lounge chairs under a striped umbrella, overlooking the ocean.

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Christina Katende
RM333
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
A tropical resort with thatched-roof cottages, a beach, and a clear view of the turquoise sea.
A view from a room through an open door, featuring a balcony with lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean.
A sunset view from an outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, overlooking the ocean.
A wooden chair under a pergola with a view of the ocean.

5. Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi

Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
Michamvi
United Kingdom
Victoria
RM283
RM361 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
A stone pathway leading through a lush garden with tropical plants and thatched-roof structures.
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Two people walking on a beach at sunset.
A two-story building with a red door, a balcony, and a thatched roof.

6. Oasis Nungwi

Oasis Nungwi
Nungwi
Sweden
Maria
RM312
RM394 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Oasis Nungwi
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.
A poolside area with wooden lounge chairs, two large umbrellas, and a person performing a yoga pose on a mat.
A modern building with multiple balconies, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.
A table set for dining with a view of a beach and ocean.

7. Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort

Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort
Kendwa
United States
Nitin
RM617
RM742 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort
A resort with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and a dock with boats.
A wooden bar area with a view of the ocean, featuring a bar counter, stools, and tables.
A wooden deck with white lounge chairs and blue cushions, overlooking turquoise waters with boats.
A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden headboard, and a view of the ocean through a balcony door.

8. Zenobia Beach Resort

Zenobia Beach Resort
Nungwi
United States
David
Zenobia Beach Resort
A pool area with palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of palm trees.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, overlooking a body of water with boats.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling and a thatched roof, featuring comfortable seating areas and a sign for Zanzibar Beach Resort.

9. Zanzibar Beach Resort

Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Town
United States
Amon Mutale
RM317
RM398 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Zanzibar Beach Resort
A beachside seating area with thatched umbrellas, wooden furniture, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden headboard, and a small bedside table.
A tropical setting with a beach view, a thatched roof structure, and a variety of fruits and flowers.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and wooden door.

10. Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa

Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa
United States
Patricia
RM67
RM145 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Sipano Beach Lodge Kiwengwa
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A pathway leading to a room with a white curtain and a bed, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden deck with tables and chairs facing a beach.

11. Maisha Nungwi

Maisha Nungwi
Nungwi
Canada
joseph
RM380
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Maisha Nungwi
An aerial view of a coastal resort with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and several boats.
A spacious lobby with a piano, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a pool area visible through the glass walls.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a glass table, and a view of a building with balconies and palm trees.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a unique hanging chair.

12. Canary Golden Hotel

Canary Golden Hotel
Nungwi
United Kingdom
Jumanne
RM210
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Canary Golden Hotel
A beach with two boats anchored near the shore.
A narrow street with a building labeled 'Princess Salme Inn' featuring a wooden door and a white decorative panel.
A stone archway with a metal gate leading to a grassy area.
A four-poster bed with a canopy, white linens, and a beige throw blanket.

13. Princess Salme Inn

Princess Salme Inn
Stone Town
United States
Nywinywi
RM112
RM129 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Princess Salme Inn
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a dock by the sea.
A breakfast table with plates of food, a pitcher, cups, and glasses of orange juice, overlooking a beach.
A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a view of the outdoors, and a colorful wall decoration.
A tropical resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a view of the ocean.

14. Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine Lodge
Matemwe
Canada
Catherine
RM546
RM660 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sunshine Marine Lodge
A beachside restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.
A spa sign with the word "SPA" and a decorative tree branch.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, a wicker chair, and a view of palm trees and a building.
A room with a bed, a wooden bench, a table, a TV, and a patterned rug.

15. Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Kendwa
United Kingdom
ALLAN
RM691
RM828 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

16. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Julie
RM439
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Emerson Spice Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.
A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.

17. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town
United States
duane
RM479
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Elephantohotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a beach, a bed with a canopy, and two chairs facing the window.
A balcony with a wooden floor, a table, and a chair, overlooking a beach with thatched-roof huts and a clear blue sky.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted logo, and a seating area with cushions.

18. S&S Hotel

S&S Hotel
Jambiani
United States
Abigail
RM262
RM337 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
S&S Hotel
A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
A narrow corridor with a wooden door, a white wall, and a metal gate.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.
A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

19. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town
United States
Phillip
RM222
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.
A beachside bar with a thatched roof, wooden bar counter, and various drinks.
A beach with clear water, a thatched-roof structure, and a pier extending into the sea.
A resort with multiple buildings, a large swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

20. Zanzibar Bay Resort

Zanzibar Bay Resort
Marumbi
United States
Martin
RM545
RM769 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Zanzibar Bay Resort
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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 kilometers north of downtown. Island Paradise Apartment is another popular choice. Around 0.80 kilometers north of central Zanzibar Town, it offers a terrace and a restaurant.
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