Retro

Hotel, 3-starVictoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar CityShow on map

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6.9 · Pleasant338 reviews

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:30 PM.
Good locationGuests rate the location 7.7 out of 10, at Victoria Street, Vuga Road.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

City Views and Convenient Location Enjoy stunning views of Zanzibar City at Retro, located just 500 meters from Stone Town Beach.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options Relax in air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and unwind in a garden setting. Indulge in African and international cuisine at the on-site restaurant offering vegetarian and halal options.

Nearby Attractions and Services Explore Peace Memorial Museum, Hamamni Persian Baths, and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, all located close to the hotel. Benefit from airport transfers and a bicycle rental service for convenient travel.

Book your stay at Retro now for a memorable experience in Zanzibar City!

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry

Rooms

6.9

Pleasant

Rated 6.9 out of 10 by 338 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness4.7
Service7.7
Location7.7
Rooms5.7
Amenities6.7
Value8.7
Food & drink7.7

Guests mention

Friendly staffGood locationValue for moneyGood breakfast

FlorenceKenya
August 2026Solo traveller
Nothing nothing nothing was good. Terrible facility
This a HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE PLACE for human beings to be booked unknowingly. Oh my God I could not even close my eyes fearing if I was safe in that horrible and unkept…
FrédéricSG
August 2026Solo traveller
L'emplacement, personnels serviable
Pas de pression dans la douche, a besoin d'être rénové.
BlandineFrance
August 2026Solo traveller
Très bon établissement !
L’hôtel est à deux pas du centre de la vieille ville, on peut tout faire à pieds. Le personnel est aux petits soins, prêts à tout pour nous aider et nous recommander des activités, etc.
NicoleFrance
August 2026Solo traveller
Proche du centre ville Stone Town et de la plage
Petit déjeuner excellent
JonathanArgentina
August 2026Couple
Good place to stay in stone town
Everything is amazing, rooms, breakfast, location and price
ChristopheFrance
August 2026Couple
Excellente adresse, calme, reposant, confort
Très calme, entouré de verdure, proche de la ville historique, et un petit déjeuner vraiment copieux avec une magnifique ass de différents fruits... Excellent rapport qualité prix

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 January 2026.

Where you’ll be

Victoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar City

Guests rate the location 7.7 out of 10 — good.

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 2:00 PM

Check-out by 12:30 PM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
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 Retro

What time is check-in and check-out at Retro?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:30 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Retro allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Retro?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Retro have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Retro?

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 Retro?

Victoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar City.

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