Dhow Palace Hotel - Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaP.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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Dhow Palace Hotel - Zanzibar
P.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Value for money8.5
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families35%
Groups14%
Solo14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Value for money8.5
Who stays here
Couples37%
Families35%
Groups14%
Solo14%

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
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-22:00
from 05:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 5.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Hindi, Swahili
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:52
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Rooms and availability

Apartment
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
Apartment Annex
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

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
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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

Location

P.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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P.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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P.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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100 yd
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