Stone Town Travel Guide
Zanzibar Town
Visit Stone Town
Popular places to visit
Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.
Forodhani Gardens
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
House of Wonders
See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.
Christ Church Cathedral
Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.
Things to do
Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa
Rp1.277.856
per traveller
Zanzibar: Day Trip Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island
Rp1.027.997
per adult
Zanzibar Stone Town Tour: Explore Rich History and Hidden Wonders
Rp359.040
per adult
Top hotels in Stone Town
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (852 reviews)
"Great location close to many Stone town attractions, restaurants, and shoping"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (540 reviews)
"Our room was above the reception area. Wifi at reception was good but we were unable to access WiFi in our rooms despite attempts of the staff to assist us."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Malindi Road, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.040.062 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.040.062
Rp1.425.741 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zanzibar Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (105 reviews)
"much improved stay this time, same room just by chance"
Reviewed on 30 May 2025
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is Rp6.676.122 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp6.676.122
Rp7.874.400 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (250 reviews)
"Awesome location and view of the Indian Ocean. From our balcony we had direct view of the beach and the ocean. The room was spacious, with nice and comfortable furniture, and bedding. Very nicely decorated. Very clean and one of the best stays that we had. Staff were super nice and accommodating. ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Tembo B&B Apartments
Shangani St., Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Freddie Mercury Museum and Shangani ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Hotel has buildings spread around the neighbourhood our room was150m from the main hotel and breakfast area. The positive was it was more quite to the road and call to prey noice! Breakfast was good. Although a larger hotel it doesn’t sell alcohol so you tend not to use the facilities of an ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Mizingani Road, Malindi district, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (390 reviews)
Good stay
"Great room palatial and with great breakfast except lift and no gym and cold pool ! Only room has air con not the hotel itself"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
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