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Al Minar Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Exterior
Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, al fresco dining
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Twin Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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SHANGANI STONE TOWN ZANZIBAR TANZANIA Plot 96, SHANGANI S, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 4858
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Al Minar Hotel you'll be within steps of Jaw's Corner and Hamamni Persian Baths. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials. The restaurant, Terrace Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to a safari, sailing and scuba-diving. Plus you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Stone Town hotel include The Ancient Door of Stone Town and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Al Minar Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with full-service spa and free breakfast
Al Minar Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is available daily.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Al Minar Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Al Minar Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

21-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages and facials. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 3 per night)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terrace Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 3 per night (328 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Al Minar Hotel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Al Minar Hotel?

Al Minar Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Al Minar Hotel?

Yep, Al Minar Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Shangani Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Al Minar Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Al Minar Hotel. You'll enjoy services like facials.

What makes Al Minar Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Al Minar Hotel.

Is Al Minar Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a deli, it's no surprise that Al Minar Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Al Minar Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Al Minar Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Al Minar Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Al Minar Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Al Minar Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Al Minar Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.