About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Emerson on Hurumzi in Zanzibar City offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, city views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a traditional restaurant serving lunch and dinner, offering continental, à la carte, vegetarian, vegan, and halal breakfast options. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Convenient Facilities: The hotel features a terrace, private check-in and check-out, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a paid airport shuttle service and scuba diving in the surroundings. Prime Location: Located 8 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, Emerson on Hurumzi is a short walk from Stone Town Beach and close to attractions such as the Old Fort and House of Wonders.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Awesome location amazing staff old town immersion of sights smells and culture
  • Cari
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful hotel with an authentic feel was the perfect way to be welcomed into Stone Town. The dinner in the rooftop restaurant is highly recommended.
  • Abigail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very authentic, it felt like being transported to a different time. The service was fantastic, all staff so attentive and friendly and we enjoyed lunch at the tea room which was beautiful! Also super central
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A great one night stay in this historic building. All the staff were faultless and the dinner on the rooftop was a particularly memorable and enjoyable experience - the view and food were excellent. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again on any future...
  • Felix
    Austria Austria
    Great location in the Center of Stone Town. Hotel made in authentic style. Rooms are big, we had even own terrace with a great view on whole town. Hotel has own restaurant for sunset time with fixed menu which includes local dishes.
  • Dimitrios
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The building itself was amazing. Unique architecture Very friendly staff Great view from the rooftop Spacious room
  • Simon
    Germany Germany
    Liked Absolutely everything. Old palace with lots of atmosphere!
  • Rene
    South Africa South Africa
    Gorgeous hotel with fabulous staff in a great and central setting.
  • Benedetta
    Italy Italy
    Emerson’s is always the ideal hotel to stay in Stone Town to really feel like you have stepped back in time. The hotel is so charming and the team amazing. Thank you!
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming atmospheric hotel, centrally located in Stone Town. Our room was very spacious, traditionally furnished and decorated but with all “mod cons” and a very comfortable bed. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming and helpful - not to...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Emerson on Hurumzi Tea House restaurant
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

House rules

Emerson on Hurumzi takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Emerson on Hurumzi in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.