Hotels & places to stay in Zanzibar
256 places to stay in Zanzibar, 25 — ranked by guest rating and popularity.
Where to stay in Zanzibar
On the Where to Rest platform, Zanzibar features 112 places to stay. Among these, hotels are the most common type of accommodation. The listing gives a sense of the range of options available, though no further details are given about the properties themselves.
For those planning a visit, the most comfortable time of year is generally July through September. This window is considered the most favorable for travel to the island, according to the source. Conditions during these months are typically more pleasant than at other times.
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256 places to stay · 94 guest-rated · average 4.2★ — including 1 five-star and 2 four-star hotels
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HotelShowing the top 200 of 256 places to stay in Zanzibar — browse all of them via the type pages above.
Weather in Zanzibar
Best time to visit: July to September — typically pleasant, with comfortable temperatures and less rain.
Max/min °C with monthly precipitation. Climate normals via Open-Meteo.
Daylight hours in Zanzibar
Daylight hours (15th of each month).
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Staying in Zanzibar — FAQs
How many places to stay are there in Zanzibar?
There are 256 places to stay listed in Zanzibar on Where to Rest — hotels, guesthouses, hostels, apartments and more, with photos, guest ratings, amenities and booking links.
Where is the best place to stay in Zanzibar?
Top-rated stays in Zanzibar include 1001 Nights / ألف ليلة وليلة, 27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel, 507HOOD. See our ranked list of the best places to stay in Zanzibar.
Are there hotels with a pool in Zanzibar?
Yes — 2 places to stay have a swimming pool in Zanzibar. Use the "Swimming pool" filter to find them.
