The location is in a narrow alleyway, which is noisy at night! Generally however the location is good, very close to the StoneTown waterfront. I have suggested to the owner that stands for suitcase would be helpful!

Breakfast was very good.

Stayed in May 2024

Needed another chair to sit on in room when two people are there.

Central Location and friendly staff were just what we wanted for vacation. We were able to take all the tours we planned very easily because of the staff. Great breakfast too.

Stayed in May 2024

Maybe a bit too expensive for what you get. I mean it's nice but there's no swimming pool, no rooftop terrace with the view etc. No lift (traditional old building) so you have to climb up the stairs. I was disappointed about breakfast. There's a few meals you can choose from and I ordered a fresh fruit plater (told htem even before my check in) and tea but there was also supposed to be a breakfast buffet with fruit and other snacks as well. I did not see any buffet and just got a small fruit bowl and a cup of tea. Not big enough for a breakfast at expensive 4* hotel in my opinion.

I loved my room and high bed, it was very romantic. Fast wifi worked well all around the hotel. Hotel decorations, traditional lamps, doors, paintings, wardrobes etc were really unique, stunning. The hotel was colorful and charming inside. Attention to detail. Mosquito net around bed. Great location, easy to walk around the entire old town, just a 2-minute walk to the ferry terminal and a few more minutes to the beach. Cute bathrobes in my room. Restaurant at the main floor.

Stayed in March 2024

Super

Stayed in March 2024

Hard to locate by walking only. No electric generator so can have total darkness if power cut.

We stayed 1 night and the staff were very helpful during a power cut throughout the evening. Very early morning taxi to the airport arrived on time.

Stayed in February 2024

Really no remarks at all.

Very charming and original hotel in the old Stone Town. Everyone exceptionally friendly and helpfull. Good breakfast.

Stayed in February 2024

the upper floor - too high

very good breakfast original style of the building warm welcome

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing.

I love the breakfast and IDDI and all stuff and the way, they all treat us like King and Queen. Nobody makes different because of Mzungu or Massai. We are all humans and you did a great job. Our Suite was like a castle. Thank you. We enjoy the stay and will come back. Asante sana.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

Room was great. Staff were fantastic. My second time and I will come again. Thanks

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing to dislike!

Quirky, respectful of the past decor. Comfy beds. Excellent friendly, attentive staff. Really good breakfast. Great location. Attention to detail in all areas. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed in January 2024

Not much. Porters will help with luggage up stairs and to your van if the car delivering you is too large. Ring ahead.

Loved this historic property including the raised beds. It’s serene inside with great antique furniture. The bathrooms are very generous in size. The staff are really friendly and help with anything you need. We had the rooftop suite which had a rooftop seating area and bathroom. We liked looking out on the rooftops. There are five flights of stairs to get there though.

Stayed in January 2024

I liked everything

Location, size of the hotel, beautifully decorated in authentic style

Stayed in January 2024

I did not have any dislikes but it has a stairs as I mentioned

I love the property because it has the authentic feel of Zanzibar. It is not the same as any other hotels. The staff was amazing, they went above and beyond. Daniela, (the owner)Jamila, Lulu and the other staff whose names I didn’t get were very helpful. Many stairs but that’s part of the appeal of the unique building.if you have any knee issue ask for a lower level room.

Stayed in January 2024

None and zero complaints

1. Location- strategic place 2. Staff - super friendly & helpful 3. Food- very delicious

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing to dislike all was great

Traditional decor, friendly staff, excellent food, very good location

Stayed in October 2023

Some way to move luggage.

Good location. Heritage feel of the hotel.

Stayed in October 2023

Only the stairs!

All of it. Danielle and her staff were wonderful and made us feel as if we were family. The hotel is beautiful and well located, very atmospheric

Stayed in September 2023

Amazing boutique hotel in an historic building. Staff are first rate and super nice who can't do enough for you. One of the nicest hotels I've stayed in.

Stayed in August 2023

NOT APPLICABLE

Amazing staff, very professional and friendly. I can only recommend.

Stayed in August 2023

Friendly staff. Boutique hotel with great character. The family room is absolutely perfect for those travelling with children. That was what lured me to this hotel in the first place and it lived up to expectations.

Stayed in August 2023

There was nothing I didn’t like.

I travel a lot and stay in many beautiful places but the Zanzibar Palace hotel is exceptional on every level. The rooms are gorgeous (I stayed in Sultana with a balcony and big bathtub), the staff are incredibly helpful, the food is delicious (I absolutely adored the passion and avocado juice and drank a lot of it!). The location is also exceptional…in the heart of Stone Town just 5 mins walk from the sea and 30 mins drive from the airport. Normally when I go to places again I like to try somewhere different but I will 100% be returning to this place! Thank you to Daniela and her brilliant team 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Stayed in August 2023

Would not be good location for anyone with walking issues as multistorey with no lift and a lot of steep steps.

Beautiful hotel with helpful and attentive staff. Close to ferry and local sites.

Stayed in August 2023

The only thing that was a little tough was we were on the fourth floor with only stairs for access. But really enjoyed the building and the architecture.

The staff was incredibly helpful and very friendly and outgoing. Made the stay very player pleasurable.

Stayed in August 2023

lovely variety/ exceptionally presented/ good choice for hot breakfast to follow cold buffet

Stayed in August 2023