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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
James
RM439
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Emerson Spice Hotel
A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.
A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall.
A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions.

2. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Iris
RM429
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Zanzibar Coffee House
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
A hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.
A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.
A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

3. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Alexander
RM1,197
RM1,416 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.
A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

4. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
duane
RM479
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Elephantohotel
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.
A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
Canada
Possenta C
RM1,402
RM1,661 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.
A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.
A staircase with wooden railings, a bench, and two windows with wooden frames.
A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

6. Habari House

Habari House
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens
Sweden
Marcus
RM337
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Habari House
A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.
A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.
A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.
A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

7. Kholle House

Kholle House
Stone Town, 0.6 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
catherine
RM339
RM635 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kholle House
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.
A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.
A beach with sun loungers and a building with arches.

8. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens
Canada
Hanna
RM426
RM531 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Tembo House Hotel
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.
A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.

9. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
MOMO
RM348
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Maru Maru Hotel
A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.
A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A narrow street with a boutique hotel named Shaba Boutique Hotel. There are wooden chairs and tables outside the hotel, and a potted plant is visible.
A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.

10. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Melanie
RM214
RM287 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Shaba Boutique Hotel
A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.
A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.
A rooftop seating area with patterned cushions and traditional decor, overlooking a harbor with boats.
A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

11. Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens
United Kingdom
Victoria
RM639
RM767 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Emerson on Hurumzi
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.
A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.
A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.
A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

12. Hanaia House

Hanaia House
Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens
United Kingdom
Abdulmunim
RM240
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hanaia House
A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.
A white building with multiple windows and doors, featuring wooden shutters and balconies.
A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.
A buffet with various fruits and sliced meats.

13. Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Hassan
RM238
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Tembo B&B Apartments
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.
A hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.
A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens
Canada
Gianfranco
RM589
RM718 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.
A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.
The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

15. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
United Kingdom
Joseph
RM285
RM368 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Dhow Palace 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 narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

16. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Phillip
RM203
RM266 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
Belgium
Antonio
RM1,227
RM1,451 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.
A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.
A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

18. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens
United Kingdom
Greig
RM586
RM714 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.
A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.
A home office with a desk, computer, and various decorative items on shelves.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens
Canada
Arjun
RM719
RM859 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.
Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

20. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens
United States
Stanley
RM301
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Spice Palace Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Forodhani Gardens

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
Emerson Spice Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
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A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
Zanzibar Coffee House
9.6
Exceptional
113 reviews
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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
9.6
Exceptional
50 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
Elephantohotel
9.4
Exceptional
12 reviews
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An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
9.4
Exceptional
290 reviews
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Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Air conditioning work great and the hotel is in a great location"
Hassan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Tembo B&B Apartments
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location! We enjoyed our stay at Tembo House Hotel. The staff is very agreeable and the hotel has great amenities. It was also very easy to book activities through the hotel. Highly recommended!"
Hanna 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very nice property and good location but no air conditioning in our room. Very hot and stuffy. Otherwise good."
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Dhow Palace Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay at the Mizingani Seafront. Extremely helpful and attentive staff, clean/comfortable rooms and a nice quiet pool area"
Greig 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed for 1 night came very late 2am but the staff and hotel was very accommodating, contacted the hotel ahead of time and they was able to send info to chk into there portal so that I can chk in before I landed, when I arrived the process wasn't even 5 mins and I was already in my room, and dont forget the free breakfast which was great. I definitely recommend and will stay here again. Thk you spice palace for all your hospitality."
CRYSTAL 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location, excellent staff, great facilities, all with a lot of history."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"Les déjeuners sont ordinaires pour le prix cependant le souper super et les happy hours aussi"
Maude 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."
Greig 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
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A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".

House of Wonders

7.6/10 (162 reviews)
See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.
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Zanzibar Night Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Zanzibar Night Market during your stay in Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Freddie Mercury Museum during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Shakti Temple

8.8/10 (10 reviews)
After visiting Shakti Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forodhani Gardens?
Forodhani Gardens is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 228 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Forodhani Gardens?
Adjacent to Forodhani Gardens, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.
How many hotels are there close to Forodhani Gardens?
Expedia has 228 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Forodhani Gardens.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forodhani Gardens, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Forodhani Gardens.
What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?
House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Old Fort, Slave Market and Mbweni Ruins are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Forodhani Gardens. You can wander around Chapwani Island, Prison Island or Masingini Forest if you want a dose of fresh air.