The Best Hotels Closest to Forodhani Gardens in Zanzibar Town - 2026 Updated Prices

A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.

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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Julie

Rp1.926.518

Rp2.358.720 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.

A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Danise

Rp6.004.511

Rp7.083.860 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.

3. Elephantohotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

duane

Rp2.101.633

Rp2.560.102 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.

A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

4. Habari House

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Nadine

Rp1.478.943

Rp1.842.219 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Natasha

Rp6.258.266

Rp7.411.842 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.

A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

6. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Forodhani Gardens

catherine

Rp1.488.097

Rp2.785.528 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.

A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.

7. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Melanie

Rp1.166.912

Rp1.520.979 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

8. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Abdulmunim

Rp945.746

Rp1.087.608 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.

A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

A rooftop seating area with patterned cushions and traditional decor, overlooking a harbor with boats.

A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

9. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Victoria

Rp3.565.332

Rp4.243.356 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

10. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

MOMO

Rp1.527.204

Rp2.042.733 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".

A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.

11. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Phillip

Rp775.559

Rp1.481.063 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

12. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Cherine

Rp2.290.828

Rp2.813.482 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

13. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Gita

Rp6.459.091

Rp7.606.985 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Gianfranco

Rp2.580.500

Rp3.146.605 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.

15. Spice Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Adeyemi

Rp1.163.618

Rp1.481.385 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

16. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Grazyna

Rp1.547.535

Rp1.958.767 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.

A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.

A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.

A home office with a desk, computer, and various decorative items on shelves.

17. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Arjun

Rp3.467.733

Rp4.131.117 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

A buffet with waffles and various fruits and pastries.

A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

18. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Joseph

Rp1.153.321

Rp1.505.349 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

19. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

EMMANUEL

Rp2.162.661

Rp2.487.060 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.

A room with a large wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and a tower.

A room with a wooden table surrounded by chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.

A reception desk with a person working on a laptop, a ceiling fan, patterned curtains, and a window with blinds.

20. Flamingo Guest House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Aijaz

Rp233.517

Rp268.545 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Forodhani Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews	View
Elephantohotel	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Habari House	9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Zanzibar	9.4 Exceptional 286 reviews	View

Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent

"AMAZING!"

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Russell and the Emerson Soice team made us feel welcome from start to finish. A fabulous building with lots of history and in a great location in Stonetown. The rooms were all very individually themed and the bed was very comfortable. The fans and ac were welcomed for the warmer nights. The hotel private a great breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, eggs, pastries tea and coffee on the roof top tea house restaurant. Great views of Stonetown ! The Secret Garden restaurant served some lovely fresh dishes and drinks and there is live local music a couple of nights a week. Overall I’d highly recommend the Emerson Spice Hotel and thanks for a great stay (and thanks for the late checkout too)"

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Personnel bienveillant, dommage qu’il y ait beaucoup de travaux aux alentours… Très bon emplacement"

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

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A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".

House of Wonders

7.6/10 (162 reviews)

See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.

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Zanzibar Night Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Zanzibar Night Market during your stay in Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Freddie Mercury Museum during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Shakti Temple

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

After visiting Shakti Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forodhani Gardens?

Forodhani Gardens is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 239 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Forodhani Gardens?

Adjacent to Forodhani Gardens, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.

How many hotels are there close to Forodhani Gardens?

Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Forodhani Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forodhani Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Forodhani Gardens.

What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?

House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Old Fort, Slave Market and Mbweni Ruins are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Forodhani Gardens. You can wander around Chapwani Island, Prison Island or Masingini Forest if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Forodhani Gardens hotels

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

3. Elephantohotel

4. Habari House

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

6. Kholle House

7. Shaba Boutique Hotel

8. Hanaia House

9. Emerson on Hurumzi

10. Maru Maru Hotel

11. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

12. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

13. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. Spice Palace Hotel

16. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

17. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

18. Dhow Palace Hotel

19. Jafferji House

20. Flamingo Guest House

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Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Spice Palace Hotel

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Maru Maru Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

Old Fort

House of Wonders

Zanzibar Night Market

Freddie Mercury Museum

Beit el-Sahel

St. Joseph's Cathedral

The Ancient Door of Stone Town

Shakti Temple

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