Dhow Palace Hotel - Zanzibar
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Historical hotel in Stone Town Zanzibar from 1559
Amenities & Services
Dhow Palace Hotel operates a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, and concierge service. The hotel offers two swimming pools (one indoor, one outdoor), a fitness center, and a beauty salon with spa services. Guests can use the free airport shuttle, car hire, and laundry services, including ironing and trouser press.
Rooms & Accommodations
The 30 air-conditioned rooms at Dhow Palace Stone Town are furnished with Zanzibari-style furniture and include cable TV. Each room has a private bathroom with hairdryer, and some offer balconies or terrace access. The hotel also provides family rooms and wheelchair-accessible units.
Dining
The on-site restaurant at Zanzibar Dhow Palace Hotel serves local Zanzibari and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can book private dining on the rooftop terrace, which offers panoramic views of Stone Town and the ocean. A coffee house on site and a snack bar are also available.
Location & Attractions
Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar is 1000 ft from Stone Town Beach and 1600 ft from the House of Wonders. The hotel is a 0.5 miles walk from the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and 3 miles from Zanzibar Airport. Walking tours, bike tours, and classes about local culture can be arranged from the hotel.
Family & Wellness
Dhow Palace Hotel Tanzania has a kids' pool and offers a kid-friendly buffet and children's meals. The on-site spa provides beauty treatments, and guests can use the fitness center. Safety deposit boxes are available at the 24-hour reception, and the hotel has CCTV and 24-hour security.
- History: 16th-century building from 1559
- Rooftop: Panoramic views of Stone Town and ocean
- Pools: Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Dining: Local Zanzibari and international cuisine
- Location: 1000 ft from Stone Town Beach
- Spa: On-site beauty treatments
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:3 Single beds1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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City view
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Shower
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Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site parking lot
Baggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Restaurant
Snack bar
Coffee shop
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness center
Outdoor swimming pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Cycling
- Pool tables
- Aerobics
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Beauty treatment
Room view
- Sea view
- City view
- Pool view
- With view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Dhow Palace Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 78 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 4.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
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