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Our top choices for Zanzibar Town cheap hotels

A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.
A building with a sign indicating it is a guest house named 'Flamingo'.
A room with a large wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and a tower.
A room with a wooden table surrounded by chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.

1. Flamingo Guest House

Flamingo Guest House
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Aijaz
RM53
RM61 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Flamingo Guest House
A room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.
A room with a wooden door, a blue plastic chair, and a table with a colorful cloth.
A courtyard with a building featuring a red roof and arched walkways.
A logo for Rafiki Apartment with a stylized 'R' and a house icon, indicating an apartment complex.

2. Rafiki Apartment Hotel

Rafiki Apartment Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Jeffrey
RM54
RM94 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Rafiki Apartment Hotel
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a separate bathroom, and a view of the outside.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a white headboard, a small table with a newspaper, and a patterned throw on the sofa.
A room with wooden beams on the ceiling, a hanging light fixture, a reception sign, framed pictures, and a mirror.
A single bed with a canopy, a window with curtains, and a wooden floor.

3. Stone Town House

Stone Town House
Stone Town
Canada
Tara
RM153
RM176 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Stone Town House
A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a kettle, and a window above the sink.
A kitchen with a microwave on the counter, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the cityscape.
A wooden entrance with a triangular pediment, a hanging light fixture, and a sign indicating the establishment's name and year.

4. Sultan House

Sultan House
Stone Town
United States
Rick
RM112
RM129 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Sultan House
A man in a white robe standing in a narrow stairwell with a large mural of a building on the wall.
Interior entrance
A hallway with white walls, a tiled floor, and artwork on the walls. There are potted plants along the sides.
A hotel room with a bed, a mural of a street scene, a wooden door, and a small desk with a lamp.

5. Bellimena Stone Town

Bellimena Stone Town
Stone Town
RM59
RM68 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Bellimena Stone Town
A courtyard with a mosaic floor, a blue bench, a hanging plant, and a wooden pergola.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a window with a curtain and a wall-mounted basket.
A bathroom with patterned walls, a toilet, a sink, a shower, and a ceiling-mounted fan.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view, a door, and a green shelf.

6. Mama's House

Mama's House
Zanzibar Town
United Kingdom
Salaam
RM71
RM82 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mama's House
A two-story house with a swimming pool, potted plants, and outdoor seating.
A balcony with a railing, a covered area with a roof, and a view of buildings in the background.
A room with two wooden beds, each with a canopy, white bedding, and a small bedside table.
An open wooden door with intricate carvings and multiple handles, leading to a paved outdoor area with a view of greenery and a clear sky.

7. Sulkhan Serviced Apartment

Sulkhan Serviced Apartment
Zanzibar Town
RM188
RM339 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sulkhan Serviced Apartment
A person in a red shirt sitting at a desk with a laptop, a blue notebook, and a pen.
A bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a blue curtain.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a teal curtain, and a ceiling fan.
A pair of orange flip-flops on a patterned doormat.

8. Breflection Spa and Hostel

Breflection Spa and Hostel
Stone Town
RM168
RM193 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Breflection Spa and Hostel
A room with a four-poster bed, a chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a shelf with a book.
Living area
A wooden staircase with a metal railing, white walls, and woven wall hangings.
A narrow street with white buildings, a tree with green leaves, and a clear blue sky.

9. Seafarers Loft

Seafarers Loft
Stone Town
Belgium
Stéphane
RM302
RM347 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Seafarers Loft
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a view of the ocean, and a balcony.
A coastal landscape with a view of the sea and a wooden fence in the foreground.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A residential building complex with multiple apartment buildings, a paved pathway, and some greenery.

10. Didas Villa Zanzibar

Didas Villa Zanzibar
Kombeni
RM199
RM231 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Didas Villa Zanzibar
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Top Zanzibar Town Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."
Anne 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Zanzibar Town like for travellers on a budget?
Zanzibar Town has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Slave Market, Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town?
Based on our traveller reviews, Stone Town House is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Bellimena Stone Town and Breflection Spa and Hostel.
How many low-cost hotels are there in Zanzibar Town?
Expedia has 11 hotels in Zanzibar Town that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Zanzibar Town?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Zanzibar Town, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Zanzibar Town are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Zanzibar Town?
Zanzibar Town attracts visitors with its major shopping area and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost little or nothing at all. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Slave Market and Old Fort, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Michenzani Mall.
How can I get to Zanzibar Town and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Zanzibar Town can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), situated 4 mi (6.4 km) away. Zanzibar Town may not have many public transport choices so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.