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TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

5 out of 5
Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa
The price is AU$697 per night
AU$697
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2025
21.85 km from city centre
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located on the beach.
The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar

5 out of 5
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi
The price is AU$800 per night
AU$800
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
31.5 km from city centre
The Residence Zanzibar: Luxury hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located on the beach.
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Dream of Zanzibar, Uroa
8.1 km from city centre
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive: Luxury resort with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located on the beach.
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

5 out of 5
Michamvi, Michamvi, Unguja South Region
The price is AU$490 per night
AU$490
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025
14.74 km from city centre
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa: Luxury hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Guests love the helpful staff!
Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar

5 out of 5
Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa
The price is AU$968 per night
AU$968
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
20.19 km from city centre
Melia Zanzibar: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located on the waterfront.
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

4.5 out of 5
12 Pongwe Road, Pongwe, Unguja South Region
11.32 km from city centre
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar: Luxury hotel with free breakfast and free Internet. Located by the ocean.
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

5 out of 5
Mchangamble beach, Kizimkazi, Zanzibar
The price is AU$637 per night
AU$637
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
31.16 km from city centre
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located on the waterfront.
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

4 out of 5
Mahonda, 100, Zanzibar, Kiwengwa
21.62 km from city centre
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach: Beach resort with free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Located by the sea.
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Michamvi Rd, Dongwe, Unguja South Region
The price is AU$480 per night
AU$480
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
18.16 km from city centre
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and free valet parking. Located on the beach.
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Antonio Beach Hotel and Spa

Antonio Beach Hotel and Spa

Village Chwaka, Chwaka
The price is AU$152 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2025

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Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$806 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$806
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)

Accommodation in Unguja

Unguja has a nice range of hotels available, but many are a short drive away from the middle of town. In any case, Wotif lists 11 options within 10 kilometres.

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Some of the most comfortable accommodation options close to the main action are the Uroa Bay Beach Resort and Chwaka Bay Resort.

Stone Town is an ever-popular accommodation area. Stone Town is 19 kilometres from the middle of Unguja and has 24 great places to rest your pretty little head. Amongst the better known places to stay in Stone Town are the Zanzibar Serena Hotel, Zanzibar Palace Hotel, Jafferji House and Spa, Kisiwa House and Maru Maru Hotel.

Travelling on a tight budget? The House of Spices, Swahili Beach Resort and Kilindi Zanzibar might be just what you are after.

For more options, try out the Zanzi Resort and the Kono Kono Beach Resort. They are located 18 kilometres and 16 kilometres respectively from the main center. Wotif also recommends the Anna of Zanzibar - All Inclusive and the Breezes Beach Club & Spa. The first is 20 kilometres away from town, while the other is 20 kilometres away.

Get your sports fix by taking a visit to Tanzania National Stadium, which is situated to the south of Unguja. The Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro and the Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel are near all the action.

If you are flying into or out of Zanzibar International Airport and plan to stay nearby, try the Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins or the Zanzibar Beach Resort.

Unguja hotels essential information

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1,343 hotels
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AU$77
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AU$1,418
Popular hotels
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar, The Residence Zanzibar, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive, Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa, Melia Zanzibar, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar, Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar, Diamonds Mapenzi Beach, Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Frequently asked questions

How many days should I spend in Unguja?
Travellers normally spend 4 days discovering Unguja. But how long you decide to go for is up to you. Browse our popular Unguja hotel deals, grab yourself a bargain, and then draw up an itinerary that’ll make your trip unforgettable.
Where should a first-time tourist stay in Unguja?
Many first-time visitors base themselves in Stone Town. That’s where you’ll find some of the best Unguja hotels, including Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Zanzibar Serena Hotel. There are plenty of things to do and see in this area, such as Slave Market and Shangani Beach.
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The Residence Zanzibar
One week stay
5 / 5
Fabulous stay. Beautiful, relaxing and quiet resort. Particularily enjoyed the kindness of all staff. Will probably be back.
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