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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Garden Lodge |
8.0 / 10 (259 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Rumaisa Hotel |
7.1 / 10 (224 Reviews) |
From 45$ | |
| Freddie Mercury Apartments |
8.6 / 10 (91 Reviews) |
From 208$ | |
| Baridi Villa |
9.0 / 10 (49 Reviews) |
From 86$ | |
| Tamarind Tree Zanzibar |
9.2 / 10 (30 Reviews) |
From 217$ |
Zanzibar is a beautiful and captivating island located off the coast of Tanzania. Millions of tourists visit the island every year to enjoy the warm sun, beautiful beaches, and explore the rich culture that has been maintained over the centuries. While there are plenty of accommodation options to choose from, vacation rentals offer an experience that surpasses hotels and resorts.
Vacation rentals offer a level of privacy, personalization, and flexibility that cannot be found in hotels. They come in a wide range of sizes, styles, and prices, making them ideal for any budget or size of group. Whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, or with family and friends, vacation rentals can be customized to meet your specific travel needs.
One of the most significant advantages of choosing vacation rentals in Zanzibar is the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture. Many vacation rentals are situated in local neighborhoods, allowing you to interact with the locals, learn about their traditions and customs, and experience the authentic Tanzanian way of life. You can also get insider knowledge about the best places to eat, shop and explore, from the people who know the area best.
Vacation rentals in Zanzibar offer unparalleled privacy, allowing guests to immerse themselves in their own little paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist-filled resorts. With a wide range of amenities such as private pools, terraces, and gardens, vacation rentals offer tranquility and a serene environment that is difficult to find in hotels. Additionally, vacation rentals provide travelers with a sense of ownership and independence over their stay, making their trip to Zanzibar truly their own.
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Set close to Peace Museum, the 10-room Garden Lodge is about 5 minutes on foot from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The Zanzibar lodge has allergy free rooms, a terrace and a restaurant.
The Peace Memorial Museum lies within minutes of the accommodation. Such major Zanzibar sights including Stone Town are also located nearby. A restaurant can offer international menu and is set 5 minutes' walk away. You can get to Nakupenda Beach 4.5 km away. The Zanzibar accommodation is only 5 minutes' walk from Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station.
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Rumaisa Hotel is located near Zanzibar Port, within a 10-minute walk of Hurumzi Street. You can enjoy the view of the patio in this property rooms.
Mchangani lies not far from the lodge. The nearest beach is merely 10 minutes' walk from the Zanzibar accommodation. Malindi Take Away treats guests with African dishes and is about a 5-minute walk away. You can get to The Peace Memorial Museum nearly 15 minutes' walk away. - Eastern side of the island bus station is about a 10-minute walk away.
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Providing guests with accommodation near the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the 2-room Freddie Mercury Apartments comes with complimentary parking and a swimming pool. Old Dispensary Medical Center is located 5 minutes' walk from the apartment, while Stone Town is merely 400 metres away.
Situated in the immediate vicinity of a beach, the 60 m² property also offers easy access to Kiponda. Nakupenda Beach is set around a 10-minute drive from the apartment. The seafood restaurant Funky Monkey is a short way to the accommodation. Kisauni airport is located 0.5 km away, while - Eastern side of the island bus station is relatively near Freddie Mercury Apartments.
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Baridi Villa
From 86$
Baridi Villa is located at a 2.9 km distance from Shooting Star Lodge and 47 minutes' drive to Kisauni airport. The property also includes a furnished patio.
Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest lies 10 minutes' drive from this Zanzibar villa. It is less than 5 minutes' walk from the beach. Pesce Biricchino with delectable dishes is just a few steps away from the Zanzibar accommodation. Baridi Villa is located close to Kiwengwa.
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Tamarind Tree Zanzibar
From 217$
The beachfront Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa is located at a 6 km distance from Hamamni Persian Baths and around a 10-minute drive from The Peace Memorial Museum. The villa has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave oven, an electric kettle and a fridge.
This accommodation is a property in Zanzibar, not far from Mbweni Ruins. The beachfront lodging is 5 km from the heart of Zanzibar. You can get to roman catholic 10 minutes' drive away. The nearest airport is Kisauni, about 0.5 km from Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa.
Hotels in Zanzibar
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kisauni |
| Rating 🏅 | 39 |
| Zanzibar Hotels 🛎️ | 223 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Mwana Kerekwe, Kibweni, Kianga |
| Min Price 💸 | 4$ |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Garden Lodge |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Rumaisa Hotel |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Freddie Mercury Apartments |
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Green And Blue Ocean Lodge is around 10 minutes by car from Spanish Dancer Divers, and about 10 minutes' drive from Snorkeling. This lodge in Zanzibar comes with a private swimming pool, a terrace and a restaurant.
The nearest beach is 0.7 km from the property. The beach is approximately 0.7 km away. You can get to the private resort Mnemba Island 10 minutes away by car. Kisauni airport is 55 km away.
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Zanzibar Spice Nest House
From 25$
Featuring views of the city, Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is located within a 5-minute walk of Stone Town. At this apartment there is a fully-fitted kitchen which includes coffee and tea making equipment, a refrigerator, and an oven.
Amani is about a 10-minute ride away, while House of Wonders is within a stone's throw away from the accommodation. Pange Island is within 4.3 km of the apartment in Zanzibar. The seafood restaurant Jaws Restaurant can be reached after a 5-minute walk. Zanzibar Spice Nest Apartment is set a few steps from Darajani Market. Kisauni airport is located 0.5 km away while - Eastern side of the island bus station is 750 metres from this property.
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Situated within a 15-minute drive of Malindi Mosque, Africa Mbweni Apartment offers accommodation in Zanzibar. This apartment provides a kitchenette with a microwave oven, an electric kettle and a refrigerator for guests.
The property lies 6 km from Stone Town. Old Fort of Zanzibar is 7 km from the apartment. This accommodation is located within 0.5 km distance of Kisauni airport.
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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral is at 150 metres of the 50 m² Apartment In The Middle Of Stone Town Zanzibar, while Sultan's Palace is situated nearby. This apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and also a full kitchen.
The accommodation lies just near the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar. Malindi is 1.2 km from the apartment. The restaurant Lazuli is located just a walk down to this property. Apartment In The Middle Of Stone Town is within easy reach of Forodhani Park. The nearest airport is Kisauni, 0.5 km from the accommodation, and - Eastern side of the island bus station is about 0.9 km away.
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David Livingstone'S Home
From 117$
The 150 m² David Livingstone'S Home apartment, set next to Old Fort of Zanzibar, is 0.5 km from Kisauni airport. This 1-bedroom apartment provides a fully-fitted kitchen with an electric kettle, a fridge and kitchenware.
Guests will find Mercury House within 5 minutes' walk of the accommodation, while Stone Town is about a 10-minute stroll away. Pange Island is within 4.2 km of the apartment. The grill bar Taarab Restaurant is a minute's walk from this property. David Livingstone'S Home apartment lies around the famous Hurumzi Street. The accommodation is 1 km from the nearest bus stop - Eastern side of the island.
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Green Light Apartments
From 134$
The 2-room Green Light Apartments is situated in Zanzibar, within 4.5 km of roman catholic. It offers a free carpark, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi. Chukwani Beach can be reached in a 10-minute drive from the apartment.
Mbweni Ruins is set about a 10-minute drive from the property. Kisauni airport is nestled 0.5 km from the apartment.