Al-Minar Hotel
Hotel, 3-starOff Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar CityShow on map
8.2 · Very good1,248 reviews
- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Central Location Al-Minar Hotel, conveniently situated in Zanzibar City, is a stone's throw away from popular attractions like The Zanzibar Curio shop and Peace Memorial Museum. The proximity to key landmarks makes it an ideal choice for travelers wanting to explore the city effortlessly.
Comfortable Accommodation The guest rooms at Al-Minar Hotel are designed to provide a comfortable stay, featuring modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a seating area. The well-equipped rooms ensure a relaxing retreat after a day of sightseeing in Zanzibar.
Delicious Breakfast Options Start your day right with a delicious breakfast at Al-Minar Hotel. Choose from a variety of continental and buffet options to fuel up for your adventures in Zanzibar. The breakfast spread caters to different tastes and preferences, ensuring a satisfying meal to kickstart your day.
Experience convenience, comfort, and great hospitality at Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar. Book now for a memorable stay in this vibrant city.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 1,248 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.5
- Service8.6
- Location9.1
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities8.1
- Value8.6
- Food & drink8.1
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staffClean and comfortable rooms
CharlotteUnited KingdomLovely stay
Lovely room and location. Breakfast was lovely too.
Nothing
ROXANEFranceTop, hôtel très bien situé, personnel accueillant et à l'écoute, chambre climatisée et propre.
zrinkaIEGood for short stays, appropriate price.
Turisti NatiItalyOttimo!
Davvero ottimo in ogni senso!
OsmanMUGood
The breakfast was good, lots of choices for non-vegetarian but was very limited for my colleagues, she is vegetarian. Rooms was clean, with very good water pressure and hot water is available all day.
LuisaChileLa ubicación muy buena
Era muy malo para el valor, pieza muy pequeña, mala iluminaría, parecía barato, supongo que el valor es por la ubicación
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar City
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 1:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note the property charges an additional surcharge of 5% for card payments and also the bank transfers. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Al-Minar Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Al-Minar Hotel?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Al-Minar Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at Al-Minar Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Al-Minar Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Al-Minar Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Al-Minar Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Al-Minar Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Al-Minar Hotel?
Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar City.
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