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Bellimena Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Bellimena Stone Town features air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

G
Godfrey
From
Tanzania
The property is good and awesome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$48.96
1 night, 2 adults

VUGA Hostel

Zanzibar City

Set within less than 1 km of House of Wonders and a 6-minute walk of Old Fort of Zanzibar, VUGA Hostel provides rooms in Zanzibar City.

N
Nichole
From
Ireland
Great location only 5-10 minute walk from key sites like depo for Nakupenda Sandbank, Slave exhibition, Darajani Bazaar & the Freddie Mercury house. As it is in the centre of Stonetown it is also only 10mins from the airport. Can see the sea from there. Super nice host who was so lovely and accommodating. I booked it last min, the night before and messaged asking could I leave my luggage before a tour. She messaged instantly and left me in, even though I arrived even earlier than expected at 7.15am. She ensures your comfort and gives advice for tours/ restaurants. Private beds with curtains. Each bed also has a modern socket with USB & AC adapters. There are lockers with keys. Very new, just 4 months. There’s a kitchen area and bookings are blocked to make sure that there are not too many people in the room, but allow for more if travelling in one big group.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Price from
US$22.68
1 night, 2 adults

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

Situated 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House offers rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

M
Margot
From
Canada
The staff and facilities were amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

NOMAD Hostel Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 400 metres, NOMAD Hostel Stone Town features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

a
artisans for
From
United Kingdom
Nomad Hostel Stone Town is everything you want in a hostel and more. The price point is fantastic, and having breakfast included is a real bonus. The beds are new and super comfortable, and the atmosphere made it easy to meet people from all over the world. Overall, it was the perfect hostel experience and highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Vuga Hostel

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 200 metres, Vuga Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

A
Anzelika
From
United Kingdom
Thank you. Definitely coming back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$24.50
1 night, 2 adults

zLife Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, zLife Stone Town features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

K
Krisztina Bocz
From
United Kingdom
Very good location, walking distance from the important points of the island. The modest decoration give a warm welcome, it make you feel like home. The breakfast was tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews
Price from
US$25.60
1 night, 2 adults

Bottoms Up

Zanzibar City

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach.

C
Caz0706
From
United Kingdom
Great Location Brilliant Value For Money Clean, Comfortable And Well Ventilated Room With Great Fan For Those Warm Nights
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
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Bellimena Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Bellimena Stone Town features air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

G
Godfrey
From
Tanzania
The property is good and awesome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$48.96
1 night, 2 adults

VUGA Hostel

Zanzibar City

Set within less than 1 km of House of Wonders and a 6-minute walk of Old Fort of Zanzibar, VUGA Hostel provides rooms in Zanzibar City.

N
Nichole
From
Ireland
Great location only 5-10 minute walk from key sites like depo for Nakupenda Sandbank, Slave exhibition, Darajani Bazaar & the Freddie Mercury house. As it is in the centre of Stonetown it is also only 10mins from the airport. Can see the sea from there. Super nice host who was so lovely and accommodating. I booked it last min, the night before and messaged asking could I leave my luggage before a tour. She messaged instantly and left me in, even though I arrived even earlier than expected at 7.15am. She ensures your comfort and gives advice for tours/ restaurants. Private beds with curtains. Each bed also has a modern socket with USB & AC adapters. There are lockers with keys. Very new, just 4 months. There’s a kitchen area and bookings are blocked to make sure that there are not too many people in the room, but allow for more if travelling in one big group.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Price from
US$22.68
1 night, 2 adults

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

Situated 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House offers rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

M
Margot
From
Canada
The staff and facilities were amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

NOMAD Hostel Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 400 metres, NOMAD Hostel Stone Town features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

a
artisans for
From
United Kingdom
Nomad Hostel Stone Town is everything you want in a hostel and more. The price point is fantastic, and having breakfast included is a real bonus. The beds are new and super comfortable, and the atmosphere made it easy to meet people from all over the world. Overall, it was the perfect hostel experience and highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Vuga Hostel

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 200 metres, Vuga Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

A
Anzelika
From
United Kingdom
Thank you. Definitely coming back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$24.50
1 night, 2 adults

zLife Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, zLife Stone Town features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

K
Krisztina Bocz
From
United Kingdom
Very good location, walking distance from the important points of the island. The modest decoration give a warm welcome, it make you feel like home. The breakfast was tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews
Price from
US$25.60
1 night, 2 adults

Bottoms Up

Zanzibar City

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach.

C
Caz0706
From
United Kingdom
Great Location Brilliant Value For Money Clean, Comfortable And Well Ventilated Room With Great Fan For Those Warm Nights
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Zanzibar City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zanzibar City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

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Hostels that guests love in Zanzibar City

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Avg. price/night: US$34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews
It’s very traditional, great location, it’s cheap, great vibe, staff is nice
Guest review by
Kristina
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
Guest review by
Laurastrickers
Solo traveller