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Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Property entrance
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Free daily full breakfast
Presidential Double Room | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, 397400
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room, City View

Standard Triple Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Pool View

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment

Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Double Room

Presidential Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Dhow Palace Hotel puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town, within steps of People's Palace Museum and Marahubi Palace. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Stone Town hotel include Mbweni Ruins and Nakupenda Beach.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dhow Palace Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
Dhow Palace Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Dhow Palace Hotel. An area shuttle within 60 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Dhow Palace Hotel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and hairdryers.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dhow Palace Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 5.00 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 (one-way)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Dhow Palace Hotel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dhow Palace Hotel?

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

Is parking available at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yep, Dhow Palace Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yep, Dhow Palace Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel have a pool?

Dhow Palace Hotel has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

Is Dhow Palace Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dhow Palace Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dhow Palace Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dhow Palace Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.