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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.

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!

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8.7
Fabulous
17 reviews
Price from
£14
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
50 reviews
Price from
£21
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.

The rooms are in the heart of stone town, only minutes on foot through the alleys from beach and attractions. It is in an authentic old building with all the quirks. Simple rooms with fans. And mosquito nets. Clean bathroom. Kitchen available for making food. We are family with three children and this place was good for us.

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7.2
Good
38 reviews
Price from
£26
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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7.8
Good
457 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Featuring a terrace and views of city, BABAbora house is a guest house situated in a historic building in Ngambo, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach. It is located less than 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum and offers a 24-hour front desk. 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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6.9
Review score
75 reviews
Price from
£15
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 Ambience, Staff, Cleanliness, location Staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make comfort Both Anna and Hamisa were very helpful Breakfast isn't included however the host Nashu provided Bread and eggs and you can make your own tea so it was lovely 😍

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£20
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
£27
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.

Its so peaceful and and the house is decorated with sofisticated taste. The breakfast was great, even the restaurant was pretty good and the staff nice! After a walking day you are happy to relax in the pool.

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8.8
Fabulous
996 reviews
Price from
£29
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
£119
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.

Rooms are amazing, breakfast is always fresh fruits, David is a great host

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7
Good
721 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Stone Town

  • Avg. price/night: £34.27
    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: £34.27
    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
  • Avg. price/night: £55.95
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 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: £25.50
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 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: £34.27
    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: £68.14
    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: £60.61
    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: £71.73
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 86 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: £49.21
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 145 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
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 96 reviews
    the room was clean and tidy, in a middle of the city center, the host has been very friendly helpful and accommodating. Definitely recommended
    Marco
    Young couple