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Flamingo Guest House ZNZ is located in Stone Town, 600 metres from Stone Town Beach, 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, as well as 300 metres from Hamamni Persian Baths. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Location, very close to the Old Slave Market. Easy to reach any point of interest. Very nice and friendly staff. Helpful.

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8.3
Very good
19 reviews
Price from
RSD 2,267
per night

Offering city views and a garden, Digital nomad Cave- Zanzibar offers accommodation situated conveniently in Stone Town, within a short distance of Peace Memorial Museum, Old Fort of Zanzibar and House of Wonders. The air-conditioned accommodation is 300 metres from Stone Town Beach. Hamamni Persian Baths is 300 metres from the guest house and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral is 200 metres away.

Good location, kind staff, place as shown on pictures, and good internet.

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7.6
Good
51 reviews
Price from
RSD 2,780
per night

There is also a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen equipped with a toaster, a fridge, and kitchenware. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels.

Sightseeing tours are available near the property. A car rental service is available at the guest house, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby.

I Had a great time here, good support from the stuff, they help me with good tips about the city and organizing some trips The location is perfect and all went really good here. I will definitly come back

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7.2
Good
38 reviews
Price from
RSD 3,498
per night

The units come with a toaster, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All units feature private entrance. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Sightseeing tours are available in the neighbourhood. A car rental service is available at the guest house.

Calm area with no traffic, well ventilated and cool room which in Zanzibar is a major selling point. You will sleep beautiful nights

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7.9
Good
465 reviews
Price from
RSD 3,277
per night

Located within 200 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, BABAbora house offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Ngambo. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The guest house provides a restaurant serving African cuisine, as well as free WiFi throughout the property.

Deserves a much higher rating on Booking. Lovely and welcoming staff. The owner is very responsive. Location is right in the heart of Stonetown, so it’s easy to walk everywhere, but still quiet. Large rooms and private bathroom was clean with hot water. Excellent value for money. The owner kindly arranged a very early morning taxi and checked if everything was going well. A very caring man. I would definitely stay here again. Google maps has it in the wrong place, so you need to head for the Hindu temple or Secret Garden.

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6.7
Review score
79 reviews
Price from
RSD 2,064
per night

Nashu House Stone Town, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Ngambo, 100 metres from Stone Town Beach, 1.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, as well as 200 metres from Old Dispensary. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has family rooms.

The room was lovely and clean. The location was excellent, only a short walk away from everything you could need in stone town. It was even easy to walk a few minutes from the ferry port with our big suitcases. They were so helpful and let us keep our bags after checkout so we could grab lunch before heading off. Thank you so much!

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
RSD 2,699
per night

Located in Ngambo, near Stone Town Beach, Peace Memorial Museum and Old Dispensary, Nashu House Stone Town has a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house features family rooms.

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9
Superb
1 reviews
Price from
RSD 3,671
per night

The hotel organises an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.

I loved everything about the hotel. The building is beautiful with lots of character. The garden and the rooftop terrace are perfect for chilling in the evening. Most importantly, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,014 reviews
Price from
RSD 3,995
per night

Featuring a balcony with sea views, a garden and a bar, Best View Malindi Guest House can be found in Mwembe Maepe, close to Stone Town Beach and 1.7 km from Peace Memorial Museum. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

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7
Good
1 reviews
Price from
RSD 16,105
per night

Malindi Guest House is located in Zanzibar City, 210 metres from the harbour and 450 metres from the ferry terminal. It has a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and guest lounge.

At Malindi Guest House breakfast can be served in the room upon request, or enjoyed in the restaurant. Other facilities offered include a library, 24-hour front desk and activities include karaoke.

best host ever! so lovely. i am coming again soon for my third time 🥰 super close to the ferry harbour. only 5 min walk!

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7.1
Good
718 reviews
Price from
RSD 1,439
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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Guest houses that travellers love in Stone Town

  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews
    Great location, quiet but near centre. A home away from home.
    Angelica
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 4,642.93
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 74 reviews
    Very nice location, quiet, close to downtown and sights. Rooms are comfortable, well furnished and impeccably clean. Angel is a super host. She gave us a ride to the airport at 3 am.!!!
    Ivan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 4,642.93
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 74 reviews
    What a wonderful little place this is to stay, in a quiet safe location. The rooms are spotlessly clean, great Wi-fi and air-conditioning. Breakfast was nice too, but what makes this place special, is the charm, and friendliness of the the host Angel and her colleague. They were always there to help, and Angel helped me with a difficult situation with with another booking.  For the price I think it is great value, and I would not hesitate staying there again. Asante Sana!!
    Lee
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews
    Spacious and neat apartment with a nice decor located in a quiet area of Stone Town and a few minutes away from the main road, shops and restaurants. The host was very responsive and flexible. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom and toilet. The host helped me discover Stone Town and Zanzibar, which I was visiting for the 1st time and arranged for airport pick-up and drop-off. It is good value for money.
    Jean Pierre
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 2,159.50
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews
    We stayed twice in this very nice guesthouse in the middle of Stonetown. The rooms and private bathroom are basic, comfortable and clean. You eat your breakfast, that comes with fresh fruit, on the rooftop terrace. The owner is very helpful and tries to do everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible. You also can arrange your tours here, they are of great value. The location is ideal. No cars around, close to the old slave market and the food market. If you visit Stonetown, we can definitely recommend this place!
    Annelies
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 4,642.93
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 74 reviews
    Newly opened by charming owner Ms Angel. Continental Breakfast with fresh fruits and Muesli/Joghurt, coffee or tea, toast with butter/Jam. Location is easy to find…just tell the driver ‚Culture‘ (i.e. Culture Musical Club). Once there a few meter to the right is this B&B. Everything in safe footwalk distance.
    Rudolf
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 9,231.87
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 17 reviews
    The room was so big, spacious and clean Breakfast was delicious and Mariana was an amazing cook and sweetheart. The host Alex was very helpful and kind, gave us recommendations and was always available. Great location too!
    Mona
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 6,001.25
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews
    Very tidy and lovely A apartment equipped with everything you need. A good bed and nice bathroom. Hassan is a great host and there when you need him, Very nice and wants to share all he know about the area. I had a great stay!
    Omary
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 9,717.75
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 96 reviews
    The decor was nice very spacious for 2 bed extremely cheap Very good host Kept our luggage while we was away for day Responded and someone come right away to help us
    Abdulla
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RSD 6,154.58
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 149 reviews
    A great location - very close to all the places of interest, close to the beach,etc Great hosts and staff - very welcoming, good english, ready to listen and help. One breakfast the girls even danced around our table and sang a song :) Great breakfast - local, tasty, fresh juice, home-made Very well-decorated house, in a colonial style
    Alena
    Young couple