Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Hotel, 4-starHouse 831 Kiponda Area, Zanzibar CityShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for location, service and value.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at House 831 Kiponda Area.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Luxurious Suites with Unique Decor The Zanzibar Palace Hotel in Stone Town offers individually decorated suites blending Zanzibari, Arabic, and English décor. Each suite features a seating area, flat-screen TV, and some even boast a balcony with a hot tub on the sun deck.

Exquisite Dining and Wine Selection Indulge in a daily breakfast buffet at the Palace Restaurant and savor à-la-carte specialties made from fresh ingredients in the evening. The bar offers a wide selection of wines to complement your meal perfectly.

Relaxing Spa and Exciting Excursions Unwind with a massage at the Zanzibar Palace spa or let the tour desk organize local excursions for you. Don't miss the chance to explore Forodhani Gardens and Old Fort just a short walk away.

Book your stay at Zanzibar Palace Hotel for a memorable and luxurious experience.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage

Rooms

9.4

Top rated

Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 449 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.6
Service9.6
Location10.0
Rooms9.1
Amenities9.1
Value9.6
Food & drink9.6

Guests mention

Historical charmAttentive staffDelicious breakfast

MailaItaly
August 2026Family
Da migliorare
Posizione molto centrale albergo con fascino ma dalla suit mi sarei aspettata qualche cosa in più avendo prenotato una suit x tre non mi aspettavo un letto aggiunto
Colazione assolutamente da migliorare come…
GuidoItaly
August 2026Couple
Ottima scelta
Struttura ordinata, personale efficiente e cordiale.
Nulla
FionaBelgium
August 2026Family
It is an exceptional historical property with a welcoming and helpful owner and staff. The location is excellent.
CatherineFrance
August 2026Family
A great historical building , with a lot of charm, super nice staff and right in the city center of the old town! We had the chance to have a big room with a balcony on the top of the building: fantastic!!!
JenniferAustralia
August 2026Solo traveller
The staff are wonderful particularly at front of house.
GéraldineBelgium
August 2026Solo traveller
L'emplacement est parfait pour une immersion dans Stone town. Le personnel et la directrice de l'hôtel sont vraiment disponibles.
Certes il y a des escaliers mais la vue tout en haut en vaut le detour.

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

House 831 Kiponda Area, Zanzibar City

Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.

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 11:00 AM

Children welcome

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.

Please check your visa requirements before you travel. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the property has employed the following safety measures: -Everyone must wear a mask when in public areas. -Hand sanitizers can be provided upon request. -Tables are distanced to meet the social distancing guidelines. -Free room service for breakfast, lunch and dinner. -All the staff will be properly trained to ensure the best hygiene measures are followed.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

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 Zanzibar Palace Hotel

What time is check-in and check-out at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

Check-in is from 2:00 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 Zanzibar Palace Hotel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is breakfast included at Zanzibar Palace 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 Zanzibar Palace Hotel have Wi-Fi?

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

Can I check in late at Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 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 Zanzibar Palace 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 Zanzibar Palace Hotel?

House 831 Kiponda Area, Zanzibar City.

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