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Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel with indoor pool and restaurant

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Presidential Double Room | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Free daily full breakfast
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Located in the heart of Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel offers a blend of luxury and local charm. Take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, relax at the poolside bar, or indulge in breakfast on your private terrace. With an on-site restaurant serving three meals daily and helpful staff available to assist you during your stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
$66 nightly
The total price is $86
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Triple Room, City View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Apartment | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/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 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Presidential Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Presidential Double Room

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, 397400

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 Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

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

About this property

Dhow Palace Hotel

Located just 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from the airport, Dhow Palace Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After having fun at the indoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 60 km*
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 (one-way)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle, beach shuttle, and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
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Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island/stone Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Dhow Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dhow Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Dhow Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Dhow Palace Hotel also has an indoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers pool views.

What's the area around Dhow Palace Hotel like?

Dhow Palace Hotel is located near Nakupenda Beach in Stone Town, a short 5-minute walk from Old Fort and 5 minutes' walk from Shangani Beach.

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