Asmini Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel in Stone Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
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Room options

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Asmini Palace Hotel you'll be within steps of Malindi Mosque and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum). Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Stone Town hotel include Shakti Temple and House of Wonders.

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shangani Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Asmini Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Town hotel in Stone Town with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Asmini Palace Hotel also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services.

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

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Asmini Palace Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 May and 14 June.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • 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
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 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
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Asmini Palace Hotel?

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

Are there any beaches close to Asmini Palace Hotel?

Yep, Asmini Palace Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Shangani Beach.

Is Asmini Palace Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Asmini Palace Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Asmini Palace Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

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

No, Asmini Palace Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Asmini Palace Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 11 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Asmini Palace Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Asmini Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 53 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damii Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic breakfast
I would say they have the best breakfast I have tried in Stone Town, and trust me, I have tried several.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located near to the centre of Stonetown, friendly helpful staff. Could do with a bar up on the rooftop terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Juliette

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

allison

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice rooftop breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

rolando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was pathetic.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Phani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really lovely hotel, perfectly situated for walking tours of Stone Town. The rooftop breakfasts were delicious and the staff was attentive and helpful. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best value for money in Stone Town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

David, Wisconsin, USA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating. Rooms were spacious, clean and culturally intriguing. Rooftop breakfasts were very nice. Located in the heart of Stone Town, the hotel was well situated for walking tours of historic sites, shopping, and access to the scenic harbor. Airport shuttles and island tours were set up nicely through the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very good mid-range hotel
We were only there for 2 nights, but were well looked after by the staff. It is very central, but NOT where it is shown on hotel.com's website. please use Google to see where it really is. This was clearly pointed out by me to hotels.com, but their call centre agent was incapable of resolving this. Our room was totally acceptable for a mid-range hotel. Breakfast is simple and is served in a roof-top restaurant. it's nothing spectacular, but we'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Clare, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice basic hotel close to the ferry port
We were given cold fresh juice when we arrived and staff were really helpful when we were checking in, and with any questions we had during our stay. Rooms were comfortable with ac, fridge, bottled water, tea and coffee, tv, mosquito nets. We had lunch in the rooftop restaurant, which was all good (cheeseburger, puzza, calamari). Breakfast was also good, and they allowed us to check out late and helped carry our bags to the ferry. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend this hotel
God location close to everything in stone town. Pretty good wifi as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, well located near the sea front and close to ferry yet only 10 mins walk from main tourist strip. Can be confusing to find as it's marked in the wrong place in Google maps. Staff are really nice and accommodating. Clean, spacious room with good air con and nice breakfast on the roof terrace. Overall very good hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Luke, Zurich, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice breakfast and friendly hotel staff. We went in low season, so we were the only hotel guests.

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good location. No frills, satisfactory stay.
No frills but very acceptable. We used it for one night before departing for the coast and would probably have wanted a few more comforts if staying longer. Had a family room and there were two double beds and didn't feel cramped. Really good location for exploring StoneTown. $15 taxi from airport.

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central location, room was musty, mattresses very old. Nice staff.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, but let down by poor breakfast

8/10 Good

Andria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and management
A nice cosy resort with all you need.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirt and dust turn me off.
I liked the location right in Stone Town, the hotel's character and authenticity and friendly staff. I didn't like bugs and dirt in the elevator, filthy menus, garbage in the planters, hideously stained pillows and inches of dust on bed frame.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it.
Frederica was an amazing host. I will be back if I'm in Zanzibar again.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Chrishella, Milwaukee, WI

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
BED BUGS IN ROOM 104
I stayed at the Asmini for four nights in a double king bed room. The first night I woke with a few bites on my arm and wrist which I assumed were a mosquito bite. The next night I had a ton of small red marks on my feet, again I thought it was from maybe walking in the sand. The third and fourth night my legs were on FIRE. I had multiple bites from my feet to my thigh. Ironically my roommate didn't have any bites. She pointed out that it didn't look like mosquito bites. So I googled 'Mosquito bite vs bed bug bite' the pattern in which I was bite were exactly the pattern of bed bugs. The main thing was that they bite in a line vs mosquitos bites which are randomly placed. That's exactly what I had, bites in a line formation. Our room on arrival was very dusty and had many spider webs so I'm assuming no one had stayed in it in a while. The laundry/towels were very stiff. I definitely don't understand why it was rated/listed as a 4 star hotel. Had this not been the case I would have rated the hotel differently as they were accommodating to my early arrival and the men who worked the reception desk and kitchen were very nice. The Zanzibarian people are very nice people. However I would not recommend this place to friends traveling unless the whole place is exterminated.

8/10 Good

HEA, Dar es Salaam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central location, very friendly and helpful staff
Nice place, very good value for money, nice breakfast on roof terrace, staff was top!