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Hostels in Zanzibar City

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VUGA Hostel

Zanzibar City

Set within less than 1 km of House of Wonders and a 6-minute walk of Old Fort of Zanzibar, VUGA Hostel provides rooms in Zanzibar City.

S
Saurabh
From
India
An unforgettable experience - vibrant, comfortable, and full of warmth. The place had a unique charm that made every moment special, from cozy corners to cheerful company. What truly stood out was the heartfelt hospitality and welcoming spirit that made it feel like home. A huge thank you to Lena for her incredible kindness, attention to detail, and ever-smiling presence. An amazing and wonderful person. Her genuine care and warmth transformed my stay into a truly memorable and joyful experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$22.68
1 night, 2 adults

Serene Abodes

Zanzibar City

Serene Abodes provides rooms in Zanzibar City near Old Dispensary and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar.

A
Abdul-Latief
From
South Africa
Great location, great atmosphere and great hosts. Alex and Kasim went out of their way to make me feel at home. Would definitely stay again in future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$42
1 night, 2 adults

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

Situated 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House offers rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

A
André
From
Brazil
Even though it’s a hostel, it feels like a hotel. Amazing service, staff and location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

NOMAD Hostel Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 400 metres, NOMAD Hostel Stone Town features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

a
artisans for
From
United Kingdom
Nomad Hostel Stone Town is everything you want in a hostel and more. The price point is fantastic, and having breakfast included is a real bonus. The beds are new and super comfortable, and the atmosphere made it easy to meet people from all over the world. Overall, it was the perfect hostel experience and highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Vuga Hostel

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City and with Stone Town Beach reachable within 200 metres, Vuga Hostel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

A
Anzelika
From
United Kingdom
Thank you. Definitely coming back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Rafiki Apartment

Zanzibar City

Situated within 500 metres of Stone Town Beach and less than 1 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Rafiki Apartment offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Zanzibar City.

N
Nurdin
From
Tanzania
I really enjoyed the staying , WIFI function very well, staff are friendly & room, toilet 🚽 are very clean & AC 🥰 , the apartment is near of a lot of restaurants in stone town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
US$24.23
1 night, 2 adults

zLife Stone Town

Zanzibar City

Located in Zanzibar City, zLife Stone Town features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

R
Randall
From
Vietnam
Staff at extremely kind and helpful. The place was clean and quiet. The breakfast was yummy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
Price from
US$25.60
1 night, 2 adults

Lost & Found Zanzibar

Zanzibar City

Lost & Found Zanzibar features free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Zanzibar City.

C
Carol
From
Ireland
Very big comfortable beds. Right in the centre of town. The lady on reception in the mornings was very nice and helpful answering questions. I would return here
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$28.80
1 night, 2 adults

Bottoms Up

Zanzibar City

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach.

H
Hideki
From
Japan
Great location for visit to center of the city and ferry port.and view from the top is awesome!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Avg. price/night: US$44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews
It’s very traditional, great location, it’s cheap, great vibe, staff is nice
Guest review by
Kristina
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$28.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Amazing location. Stayed in the women's dorm. Felt more like a summer camp bunk than a hostel. Was very clean and wifi worked. Felt safe the entire time I was here. If you're a budget travel it is one of the better hostels I have been to.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Great location. Nice roof terrace (if you can be bothered to climb 7 flights of stairs). Cheap drinking water. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfy bed with mosquito nets. Felt safe at night. Quiet location.
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Laurastrickers
Solo traveller